Convert Canned Light To Pendant

Unscrew the lightbulbs from the recessed fixture.

Convert canned light to pendant.

In this video scott caron master electrician for ask this old house helps a homeowner convert recessed lights into stylish new pendant lights. It also comes with mounting plates that you install onto the can lights. I used mini chandeliers but you could also choose more traditional pendant lights like a drum pendant light or an industrial pendant light. Recessed light converter kit.

A recessed light sometimes called a can light has both its housing and bulb recessed above the ceiling drywall. Screw that into the socket. Supplies needed to convert a recessed light to a pendant light. Be sure to read and follow the instructions in the light conversion kit.

I highly recommend using common sense and only installing light weight pendants. Before beginning this project make sure you have access to your electrical box and you know how to turn off breakers. Converting a standard ceiling light fixture to a recessed light involves removing the old fixture and its electrical box and installing the new recessed light usually in the same place. Recessed lights that are installed in new construction are secured between two studs.

Instant pendant recessed light conversion kit antique bronze adapter only w contoured lamp cup. And 6 in there are no visible screws or hardware and the decorative medallion can be painted to easily match any decor. Turn off the electricity to the light fixture circuit at the main electrical panel. Holds up to 50 pounds.

Attach the crossbar provided with the kit. Each kit is a little different but we ll walk you through the general steps. Thanks for your comment. Disconnect and remove the trim from the recessed.

Convert recessed can lights into track lights ceiling fans more at the can converter. Pendant light conversion kits convert a light fixture from boring to beautiful in a few minutes. 4 0 out of 5 stars 3. Gather all the supplies and remove the light bulb from the recessed light fixture.

Only 2 left in stock order soon. The original recessed light conversion kit. The recessed light converter adjusts to any can size between 4 in. That being said yes if you choose to install a heavy pendant light it can back out and fall.

There are so many pendant light options out there. Free shipping by amazon. Open the recessed light conversion kit. Hampton bay 18531 383816 5 or 6 inch recessed to surface mount adapter conversion kit white.