How to Wire an Outlet From a Light Fixture

If you're looking for a way to add an outlet in a room without having to run new wiring, you can wire an outlet from a light fixture. This is a relatively simple project that can be completed in a few hours.

Here's what you'll need for this project:

* An outlet

* A switch

* A wire stripper

* A screwdriver

* A drill

* A hammer

* A level

* Safety goggles

Step 1: Turn off the power

Before you start working on any electrical project, it's important to turn off the power to the circuit you'll be working on. You can do this by flipping the circuit breaker to the "off" position.

Step 2: Remove the light fixture

Once the power is off, you can remove the light fixture by unscrewing the screws that hold it in place. Be careful not to drop the light fixture.

Step 3: Identify the live and neutral wires

Once the light fixture is removed, you'll need to identify the live and neutral wires. The live wire is typically black, while the neutral wire is typically white. If you're not sure which wire is which, you can use a multimeter to test the wires.

Step 4: Connect the outlet to the wires

Once you've identified the live and neutral wires, you can connect the outlet to the wires. To do this, you'll need to strip the ends of the wires and then connect them to the corresponding terminals on the outlet. The live wire should be connected to the hot terminal, and the neutral wire should be connected to the neutral terminal.

Step 5: Secure the outlet and switch

Once the outlet is connected to the wires, you can secure it to the wall by using the included screws. Then, you can attach the switch to the wall next to the outlet.

Step 6: Turn on the power

Once the outlet and switch are installed, you can turn on the power and test the outlet. To do this, plug in a lamp or other device into the outlet and turn on the switch. If the outlet works, then you've successfully completed the project!