Ceiling light boxes are necessary when installing a hanging light fixture, such as a chandelier or ceiling fan. The process involves cutting a hole in the ceiling that accommodates the electrical box. However, sometimes the measurement isn't exact or a slightly larger hole was necessary to shimmy the electrical box in place. Either way, it is crucial to fill the gap between the ceiling light box and surrounding ceiling. This is accomplished without the need for expensive, specialized products.
Instructions
1. Slip on a pair of sturdy work gloves before pulling back the trigger of a caulking gun and loading it with silicone caulk. Use a caulk tinted to closely match the ceiling's color or a clear product to create a less-noticeable finished product.
2. Ascend a step ladder and run a bead of caulk around the perimeter of the ceiling light box. Avoid moving the caulking gun too quickly, as this creates an ineffectively thin bead. Alternately, moving too slowly creates a bead that's too thick, leaving behind an unsightly mess.
3. Remove your work gloves and run your finger lightly across the silicone caulk bead to create a flat surface. Dampen a rag with mineral spirits to wipe away any extraneous caulk from the ceiling or light box.
4. Remove your work gloves and run your finger lightly across the silicone caulk bead to create a flat surface. Dampen a rag with mineral spirits to wipe away any extraneous caulk from the ceiling or light box.
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