Articles about Lighting
Replacing a Ceiling Track Light
I installed all new track light, and my no-touch power tester lights up almost anywhere on the ceiling within 12 inches of the track. Is this normal?
How to Wire a Switch for a New Light Fixture
How Can I Upgrade from One Switch for One Light to Two Switches for Two Lights? Adding a Light Switch and Fixture, The Wiring at the Existing Switch Box, Wiring for a New Under Cabinet Light Fixture.
Install Dusk to Dawn Fixture by the Front Door
There is a switch by the front door that controls the outside lights. Should that fixture control the other two lights?
Should I use a Remote Switch or a Standard Dimmer Switch?
What is the purpose of using a Lightolier ZPR-3 remote switch? Can it be replaced with a standard residential light switch?
My Post Light has a Damaged Cable, Can I install Low Voltage Lighting
I have a post light with a damaged UF cable. Can I install low voltage lighting to the undamaged end of the UF wire the post light?
Recessed Can Lights Last Only a Few Months
Our recessed can lights are lasting only a few months while the living room lights have lasted five years.
What Is Dual Outlet For Under Cabinet Lighting
What is dual outlet for under cabinet lighting. I need a fixture that is in the middle of a string of under cabinet lights.
Replace MR16 Bulbs with MR16 LED Bulbs in a Track Light
I am looking to buy MR16 LED bulbs to replace the existing halogen MR16 in some track lighting. However, I noticed the existing halogen (6) bulbs are 24 volt, not the typical 12 volt.
How to Wire a LED Conversion Bypass Light
I am installing a Ballast Bypass T8 LED Light, How should I change the light fixture wiring for a LED Bypass Conversion lamp?
Install Wiring for an Outside Light
We are going to install an outside light with conduit. Can We use MC cable (BX cable )inside the conduit?
Converting a Fluorescent Light to Energy Efficient
How to Convert a Fluorescent Light Fixture from Magnetic Ballast and T12 Lamps to Electronic Ballast and T8 Lamps: Electronic Ballast, Replacement Lamps, Lamp Sockets, Fluorescent Light Color Options, Procedure to Convert the Light Fixture Ballast and Lamps.
Wiring for an Outdoor Light and Outlet
How Can I Wire an Outdoor GFCI Circuit for Outlets and Lighting: Install an outlet on a lamp post near the driveway: GFCI Wiring Connections for Outside Outlet and Lighting
Motion Sensor Controlled Landscape Lighting
How can I use a motion sensor to control my outdoor landscape lights? How to Use a Motion Sensor to Control Landscape Lighting, A Solution to Motion Controlled Landscape Lighting.
Why a Lamp Holder or Socket May Not Be Working
What could be the problem with a light socket that is not working? How to Repair a Lamp Holder and Why a Lamp holder May Not Work, Here are a few things that I have found that will prevent a light socket or lamp holder from working.
Wiring Hallway Lights and Switches
How to Wire and Control Light Fixtures in a Long Hallway: Circuit Amperage for Long Hallways and Several Light Fixtures, Wiring Switches for Hallway Light Fixtures, Installing Switches or Occupancy Sensors, Setting the Occupancy Sensor Time Delay,
Converting a Fluorescent Light to an Electronic Ballast
I need advice about fluorescent ballasts replacements. I have 3×48″T12 lamps installed in a line: one 2 tube fixture,and a single tube fixture The lamp of the single fixture will not illuminate (even after changing the tube). Can a light fixture with a electronic ballast share the same circuit with a light fixture with a magnetic one?
