At this point make sure that the installation is secure and that the fixture is.
Install new ceiling light box.
If you are removing an existing fixture.
Rotate the shaft of the brace.
Junction boxes typically hold up to 50 pounds.
Check the label to make sure the box is designed to support more than 35 lbs.
Before you begin make sure your junction box can support the weight of the new light fixture.
An easy solution is to install a fan brace box available from home centers and hardware stores that s designed to be installed without cutting any additional holes in your ceiling.
Lighting or ceiling fan.
Install brace image zoom to install a braced box slip the brace through the hole.
Tighten brace and bolt.
Mark the positions of the joists nearest to where you want to install the.
Screw the ceiling plate to the mounting strap or support rod then put the mounting stem onto the ceiling plate.
If you want to install a ceiling fan then you will need to get a box rated to hold the weight of a ceiling fan or you will want to add some additional bracing to hold the ceiling fan.
Installing a new box step 1.
Installing the box is easily done but you must be careful anytime you are working with electrical wiring.