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Fix a Broken Pull-Chain
DIYnet — If you pull the chain on a light fixture and nothing happens, it's probably time to change the pull-chain. Loosen the knurl holding the switch in place, and pull out the switch. Remove the knurl on the new switch and thread it through the hole in ...More…
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Replace a Hallway Light
DIYnet — If you want to upgrade your hallway light, you can do so in a few easy steps. Loosen the screws holding the globe in place on the light, and remove the globe and light bulb. Remove the screws holding the fixture in place, and gently pull the ...More…
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Upgrading a Kitchen Light Fixture
DIYnet — If the light fixture in your kitchen doesn't match the decor, why not upgrade it? Unscrew the wire nuts, and use a circuit tester to make sure the power is off. Remove the fixture from the ceiling. Push the wires into the junction box, and secure ...More…
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Lighting and Garage
DIYnet — If you would like to download the switch-loop image that was shown on air, please click here. Illuminated light switches eliminate the problem of fumbling for switches in the dark. Use them in all of your night-entry areas for safety and convenience.More…
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Electrical and Lighting, Patios and Decks
DIYnet — Converting an outlet from being switch-driven to being constantly hot Checking whether electricity is going to the plug, even if the breaker has been turned off Give yourself a hand by wrapping a rubber band around the handles of a pair of ...More…
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Rewiring a Lamp
DIYnet — Set a multitester to RX1, and clip one probe to one wire end ( Repeat for the other wire end. If the cord and plug fail either test, rewire the lamp. Strip the ends of the new cord, and twist the strands clockwise. At the top of the lamp, hook ...More…
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Tip of the Day: Identifying the Wiring
DIYnet — Whenever you're working with anything in your home that deals with electricity, be sure to turn off the breaker switch on the service panel. The black wire is the "hot" wire, which carries the electricity from the breaker panel into the ...More…
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Electrical, Storage and Lighting
DIYnet — Be aware: In many homes, the plumbing system is grounded. Working with electricity near metal plumbing lines or fixtures poses a serious risk of shock. A shoe bag hung on a wall of your workshop makes an excellent place to store shop liquids and ...More…
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Tip of the Day: Replace a Lamp Trigger Switch
DIYnet — If replacing the bulb doesn't solve your flickering fluorescent light, this may be the culprit: the ballast. Don't use a pocketknife for this job: use wire strippers, which have teeth sized to fit any gauge wire. Note: Illustration A, ...More…
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Tip of the Day: Making Perfect Connections
DIYnet — Poor connections can cause lights to flicker and dim, and electric motors to run hotter and die sooner. They have even been known to overheat wiring and start fires. A switch may have wire leads that are connected to the house wiring with wire ...More…
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Electrical and Lighting, Patios and Decks
DIYnet — Converting an outlet from being switch-driven to being constantly hot Checking whether electricity is going to the plug, even if the breaker has been turned off Give yourself a hand by wrapping a rubber band around the handles of a pair of ...More…
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Undercounter Lighting Choices
DIYnet — The areas under my kitchen cabinets are dark, even though my kitchen is white. What kind of options do I have for adding lighting under the cabinets? When you're trying to decide how far apart to mount the small halogen lights, this rule of thumb ...More…