What is the correct way to install outside wall mounted lighting?

Answer by  JohnHolmes (2660)

You will need to run electricity through the wall to the area. Drill holes for the new lighting and install using that lights instruction. Tie into the electric and put on a switch if desired.

Answer by  wickjeff (105)

Installation of outdoor wall mounted lighting requires purchasing lights suited only for outdoor application. First and foremost, properly run electrical wiring is necessary to prevent problems and electrocution. A mounting recepticle must be fashioned in the place you inted to mount the light. Mount and connect the outdoor light. Repeat

Answer by  JohnHolmes (2660)

You will need to install the wiring first. Once complete place them on the wall with screws or bolts and wire them in. Turn on switch and you are done.

Answer by  Learner (350)

Evoke the wirings, assemble the light fixture, mount the fixture (with screwed mounting plate), seal to make weatherproof and install bulbs and finally turn on the power.

Answer by  jacks (8)

turn the electric off first of all, get a pipe, screw the pipe to the wall and install light with screws on top of pipe.

Answer by  acespaid1 (29)

The correct way is always the way the instructions say that you have to do so. If you cant follow the directions then you need a professinal to do the work instead of you doing the work yourself. You will need a drill, the mount and the instructions so that you wont be confused.

Answer by  rdevault (24)

make sure to turn off power befor dissasemble do you have the right size hole for your light bracket, install bracket and then connect wires then assemble outter fixture to your wall bracket clear silicone around the base will ensure no water will leak into your walls return power enjoy

Answer by  stinkymess (310)

Mounting anything to the side of a house of fence need careful instructions. Prepare the are such as removing excessive overgrowth, brushes, dirt or weeds. Prep the area, by marking where the screws will go. Drill the hjoles for the screws. Attach the lighting and secure cords. Hide to unsightly cords by tucking them.

Answer by  BillyBingham (65)

There is one good piece of advice that I give for anyone to follow. If you don't know how to work with electricity, hire a professional.