A proper lighting source is all what you need to enhance the ambiance of your room, home, or work place. A chandelier will work for you if you’re looking for a light source and décor piece at one place. But, if you want a beam focused light then recessed lighting can work for you.
The recessed lights are used to focus the light at one specific point. It might not be that appealing for you if you’re planning to brighten up your whole space.
But what if you want both the lights, beam focused, and scattered? At that point hanging a chandelier from a recessed light can work for you.
“You can easily hang the chandelier from a recessed light- it’s not a big deal!!”
Just familiarize yourself on how to hang the chandelier from a recessed light, and your job is done- It’s just a matter of an hour!
So, let’s get started!
Recessed light falls in the exact desired location:
If the recessed light lies in the same area where you want to hang the chandelier, then Hurrah!! This will be piece of cake for you to hang your chandelier with the recessed light.
Recessed light is a little far from the desired location:
If the recessed light is hanging slightly away from the point where you want to hang the chandelier then you’ve to swag the chandelier in the case. Don’t you worry, it’s not a difficult-risky procedure, In fact most people with the issue, are doing this themselves.
Recessed light doesn’t fall in the desired location:
If the recessed light is considerably away from your desired location, then in the case, you can’t hang the chandelier from the recessed light.
NOW LET’S HANG THE CHANDELIER FROM THE RECESSED LIGHT
Here is the step-by-step guide to hanging your chandelier from the recessed light:
Step 1: Turn off the circuit breaker. To cross-check the electric supply, use a tester. If the bulb blinks, cut off the main electric supply of the house.
Step 2: Put a ladder right beneath the recessed light. Set the ladder at appropriate size so you’re easy while doing the job.
Step 3: Remove the trim ring from the recessed light can. Free the trim ring from the clips and put it somewhere safe.
Step 4: Now remove the can from the hole. While removing the can mark the wires for the later use. Also, detach the electrical box with it.
Step 5: It’s time to install the brace bar into the hole where the recessed light can be. Decide the direction where the brace bar perfectly fits in. Place it in the center of the hole over the studs. After assuring the right placement of the brace bar, tight the screws properly.
Step 6: Now, make holes in the electrical box of the recessed light can to attach the wires. Attach the electrical box with the brace bar and fit it properly into the hole.
Step 7: Complete the wiring by attaching the wires from the chandelier and electrical box correctly. There will be some wires that will be sticking out, so cover them with the chandelier canopy.
Step 8: Now fix the bulbs into the chandelier. Turn on the circuit breaker to get the electrical supply and turn on the switch to get assured whether the procedure is done correctly or not.
If you follow all the steps properly, then there are no chances of any failure.
HANGING THE CHANDELIER FROM RECESSED LIGHT BY SWAGGING THE CHANDELIER
If the recessed light is hanging a little far from the desired spot, still you can hang the chandelier by swaging it.
Here is the simple guide for you to hang your chandelier, by swaging, with the recessed light:
Step 1: Measure the distance between the recessed light and the point where you want to hang the chandelier.
Step 2: To avoid any error, add additional 2 – 3 inches into the measurements. Now, purchase the chandelier cord and chain according to the measurements you have taken.
Step 3: Turn off all main electric supply before performing the task.
Step 4: Now remove the original chandelier cord from the chandelier and attach the new chandelier cord to it, properly.
Step 5: Now attach the new cord of the chandelier with the recessive light can. Make sure that the wiring is done properly.
Step 6: Now it’s time for the swag hook. Mark the location where you want to place the hook. Make a hole and attach the swag hook into the wall. Ensure that you’ve tightened it appropriately.
Step 7: Now hang the chandelier from the swag hook at your desired height. Attach all the light bulbs to it and turn on the electrical supply to check the work done.
Wiring the new cord:
You might be thinking that it is a bit difficult to wire the new cord into the chandelier. In actual it’s not! If you follow the wiring pattern of the original cord, then it is not a difficult task.
You have the answer in front of you, and you have to follow it properly. You have to connect the other end of the cord with the recessive light electrical box, as mentioned above.
WHAT IF THE RECESSED LIGHT IS HANGING FAR AWAY FROM YOUR DESIRED LOCATION? CAN YOU STILL HANG THE CHANDELIER TO IT?
Yes, you can hang the chandelier in the case, if the recessed light is far away from the desired point, but this’ll nullify the main objective of hanging the chandelier.
How?
You’re hanging the chandelier to recessed light for the common mist reason: Enhancing the look of your space. But, awfully, this objective can’t be achieved.
Because you’ve to take a long wire from the area of installed recessed light to the desired source. This’ll look ugly, and will dilute the defined and elegant look of your ceiling. That’s why it’s not preferred!
Therefore, it’s better to hang the chandelier directly from the ceiling, right from beginning.
HARDWIRING THE CHANDELIER
Here is the proper guide to hardwire your chandelier:
Step 1: Cut off the electrical supply. And cross-check it with the help of a tester.
Step 2: Now take the chandelier out of the box, and you will see a long cord attached to it and a chain. You have to cut the cord 6 to 8 inches longer than the length of the chain. This is because you have to roll it around the chain and then wire it in the recessive light can.
Step 3: Now, install the brace bar and the electrical box appropriately on which you can hang the chandelier.
Step 4: it’s time to connect the wires properly. If there’re no instructions mentioned, then it is recommended to attach the same color wires.
Step 5: Now, remove all the extra wires in the electrical box.
Step 6: In the end, cover the electrical box with a chandelier canopy and tight it with screws. Now attach all the light bulbs with the chandelier and turn them on to check your work.
RECOMMENDATION:
It does not matter whether your chandelier is heavy or not; you should ask for someone’s help. It is not necessary that the person must be a professional, as you just need an extra hand. He will help you to carry the chandelier while you are connecting the wires, and in whole hanging process of the chandelier.
TAKE CARE IF YOU’RE GOING TO HANG THE CHANDELIER FROM RECESSED LIGHT
You are installing the chandelier for decorative purposes, so everything should be flawless.
Here are the things you should take care of before starting:
- You must have all the appropriate tools like the screwdrivers of various sizes and shapes as you going to need them at every step.
- The ladder should be of right height and should be durable, so you can work confidently.
- Place a mattress around your ladder in case if anything falls.
- Do not forget to wear protective glasses.
- Check the environment of the place where you are going to hang the chandelier. Such as if you are going to hang the chandelier in the bathroom, then there will be much humidity which can affect the chandelier or ruin it completely.
- If you are placing the chandelier in an outdoor space, then you must choose the chandelier that is made for outdoor places or can bear the harsh weather effects.
- If you are placing the chandelier in your kitchen, then it shouldn’t be the heat-sensitive one.
- Quality is the most important thing that you should take in to consideration. Go for high-quality things. Like the new chain you are buying for the chandelier or the chandelier swag must be of good quality.
- Choose a high-quality cord. Because if any error occurs, you’ll have to do all the wiring process again.
- Safety is another crucial thing. If you are placing a heavy chandelier, you should consult a professional, and he will tell you whether your ceiling is appropriate or not. He will also help you to install it properly by ensuring all the safety measures.
BOTTOM LINE
We hope that after reading this blog you’re now aware whether you can hang your chandelier from recessed lighting or not. In addition, you’re now having more than one way to hang your chandelier from the recessed light- CHEERS! You can do this all yourself now!
The only thing you have to take care of is precision. Follow all the steps properly and precisely, and you’re good to go. If you are feeling any uncertainty, then it is better to ask or hire a professional.
Before closing, do let us know in the comment section down below your journey of hanging a chandelier from the recessed light. We’d love to hear back from you guys.
Till then- Be Safe!
