Vanity sconces are the lights above your bathroom mirror. One way to update the look of your bathroom is to replace these lights. Scones are available at home improvement centers in a variety of styles and colors. Replacing the sconce requires turning off the electricity to the bathroom lighting. Because of this, it is a good idea to perform this project during the day if you have windows in your bathroom. Otherwise, consider using an alternate light source while replacing the sconce.
Instructions
Remove Existing Vanity Sconce
1. Place a table lamp or other type of on a flat surface in the bathroom. Connect an extension cord to the light source and plug the other end of the extension into an outlet outside of the bathroom. The light source provides light to the room while you have the power off to the bathroom.
2. Turn off the to the bathroom. The circuit breaker is usually clearly marked on the control panel of your electrical panel box. Turn the bathroom light switch on and off to ensure the electricity is off.
3. Unscrew the vanity sconce shade from the fixture. Some shades may have two or three thumb the shade to the fixture. Turn the screws counterclockwise to remove the shade. Unscrew the light bulb and set it in a safe place.
4. Remove the screws that secure the vanity sconce to the wall with a Phillips-head screwdriver. Pull the sconce away from the wall enough that you can access the wires.
5. Twist the wire caps counterclockwise with your fingers. The wire caps connect the house wires to the wires on the sconce. Remove the sconce from the wall. Remove the two screws that secure the sconce mounting plate to the electrical junction box with a Phillips-head screwdriver.
Install New Vanity Sconce
6. Insert the house wires through the center of the new mounting bracket. Secure the to the junction box with the retaining screws and screwdriver. Hang the sconce on the hook on the mounting bracket. This allows you to connect the wires without a helper.
7. Connect like colored house wires with the sconce wires. Twist wire caps on the ends of like-colored wires to secure them together.
8. Position the new vanity sconce over the mounting plate, stuffing the wires into the junction box. Secure the sconce to the mounting plate with the retaining screws.
9. Thread the light bulb into the sconce socket and attach the new sconce shade. Some shades simply screw into the sconce, while others may use thumb screws to secure the shade.
10. Turn on the circuit breaker to the bathroom area.
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