Under-cabinet lighting installation: A DIY Project

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Under-cabinet lighting installation A DIY Project
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If you want to improve the aesthetics and ease of
your job in the kitchen, consider remodeling.
Then, in order to add to the accent lighting in
your kitchen, it is time to install under-cabinet
lighting.
If this lighting installation appeals to you
despite your lack of big remodelling plans, don't
worry. Under-cabinet lighting doesn't require
considerable restoration work, so it may be
installed by following a few general guidelines.
Let's examine it!
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How Do You Put Lights Under Cabinets?
It is essential while working with knives or
other sharp kitchen tools. Here is a tutorial
that will help you through swiftly installing
under-cabinet lights on your own.
Choose the Proper Fixture
To start, choose the right fixture for your
location. The process of choosing fixtures should
take into account a number of variables,
including adaptability, colour or kind of
fixtures, dampness of the location, and space
dimensions.
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Get the necessary equipment and supplies together
To start, gather all the necessary equipment and
supplies for installing under-cabinet lights.
Voltage tester, Cordless drill, Jigsaw, Hacksaw,
Wire stripper/cutter, and Non-contact voltage
tester are the tools required for installing
under cabinet lighting.
Moreover, a junction box, under-cabinet lights,
wire nuts, remodelling switch box, 1/2" metal
flex cable, 14/2 plastic-sheathed cable, cable
clamps, 1-1/8" spade bit, flex connectors, fish
tape, and flex connectors are needed for
under-cabinet installation.
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Turn off the power and adhere to safety
precautions
It is crucial to take care of the power board and
turn off all of the power switches before
beginning the procedure. To make sure that all
cords are unplugged, use a voltage tester. To
protect your eyes while using power tools, you
should also wear safety goggles.
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Prepare the cabinet and wall
Choose a wall or cabinet and design the wiring
process so that several holes can be covered at
the conclusion of the process. Make a passageway
in the plaster or drywall so the backsplash can
cover it if the surface backsplash can be
removed. Decide where the wires will enter and
depart by evaluating each light. Where the wiring
for the lights will enter the wall, create a
small hole or opening. Be sure that when the
light installation is finished, the gap will be
filled. Moreover, allow time for wall painting
and repair following the installation if you are
unable to remove a backsplash.
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Make a hole to place the switch box
It's now time to create a hole or opening for the
switch box and run wires from a power board
through it. The wires have not yet been connected
to the power. Run these cables from the switch
box to the opening for the first light, then from
the first to the second, and so on.
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Set up the lighting
Take up the lights, then take off the fluorescent
tubing and lens. While securing the cable to a
box, shield each wire from the light. To hold the
light while you are working with the screws
through the light or the cabinet, you will need
the assistance of a third person. Be sure the
screws won't pass through the interior of the
cabinet as well.
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Lighting Wiring
In order to prevent the lights from popping
inside the ballast, wire them next. White and
black cables should be connected to each other as
the light's leads are. To avoid tripping while
installing the fixture's body, place the cables
on the foot. The base of the light should be
placed by giving it a small push. Put it down and
rearrange the cables for easier fitting if
pushing it is difficult. attach the base of the
fixture.
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Switch Wiring
After the wires are connected, attach the switch
box. A single-post switch should be used to join
the white cables together and each black cable.
Moreover, if the box and switch are made of
metal, attach the ground wires to them. Use
electrical tape to cover the switch's terminal.
The holder or junction box used to transmit
electricity should be turned off. In order to
restore electricity, connect a black-to-black or
colour cable to a white wire exclusively.
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Cables must be moved inside the cabinet
To swiftly finish the installation process, drill
holes or other apertures in the cabinets. Place
MC or BX wires inside. Decide where the cables
will enter each light at the base of the cabinet
using a tape measure. Because you can't slip the
extra wire into the wall case, you must properly
cut the cables.
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Install Wires Beneath The Cabinet
To install the wiring, connect the lights with
string wires below the cabinet. Use cable staples
to fasten the cables. Wires should be measured
and cut precisely to get a flat length.
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Conclusion
We do install a wide range of things in your
home, including under-cabinet lights to draw
attention to particular places. Our fully
operational group of knowledgeable and skilled
electricians made all of the installation work
possible. If you require installation services at
your location, please visit our website, arrange
an appointment with us by calling 212-348-5267,
or contact us at info_at_lampsrepair.com.