How to Add a New Light, Switch, and Outlet Without Existing Wiring | Bedroom Renovation Part 3
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- Опубликовано: 14 окт 2024
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This week we review how to wire a new light, switch, and outlet to an existing circuit. This project can seem intimidating, however it is easier than you might think! I go over all of the details and show you how to snake new wire through your walls with minimal drywall damage.
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For your first time doing this level of electrical work, you did a wonderful job using the existing receptacle to power new devices. There are three concerns I have with your work.
First, I see you leave too much sheathing on your NM cable. I see too many DIYers make this mistake. Doing so makes it way more difficult to fold the wiring back inside the box and violates NEC since it requires at least 6 inches of wire emerging from the sheathing.
Second, it's best to avoid mixing wire gauges. In this case, there's nothing wrong with using 12/2 since it's permitted for both 15 A and 20 A circuits. However, if this circuit is on a 15 A breaker, there's no need to spend extra on 12/2. It's certainly better than using 14/2 on a 20 A breaker, but mixing wire gauges isn't ideal and creates future confusion. Someone replacing a that failed breaker can easily swap the 15 A for a 20 A and possibly overheat the existing 14/2 wiring.
Last, always check the box fill. Many 1 gang boxes don't allow 3 sets of NM, especially 3 12/2, due to it's volume. If the box looks too shallow or you're unsure of it's volume, then it's best to replace it with a deeper box. It also makes running new cables way easier.
Thanks for giving me the courage to tackle this myself. Excellent work!
Great job with everything! Love the videos. Just some tips for next time, ultralight mesh tape is your best friend for drywall repair! Second, always make sure to put some metal stud covers anywhere a wire goes through so you don't have the possibility of drilling into your line in the future. It may bring the work up to code in your area and provide some safety. Have a great day!
Thank you, appreciate the feedback! Always learning new stuff!
Can you do a light switch tour?
This one video has taught me how high end homes make there houses look the way they do with lighting
Custom lighting makes a huge difference to a space!!
Couple things.. Why did you go with 12 gauge wires? Nothing wrong with it but that outlet is on a 15 amp circuit. Bit easier to work with 14 gauge. Also, you are not allowed to run wires through a plenum air space (the hvac return) unless it is run perpendicular straight through it. Love the remodel though!
Thanks for the tips and constructive feedback! I always appreciate it when someone takes the time educate me rather than hating on my for trying. Learn something new everyday. Thanks!
LETS GO HAWKS!!!! Great video.
🔥 thank you!
Great job sr.
Thank you!
I have a question. When you wired the outlet and light switch on the left side of the bed, I'm curious how you did that. Can you explain that deeper?
It's pretty tough to explain in words. There are plenty of videos here on RUclips with close up visuals of wiring in outlets/switches
4:00 is the key of the video
That's the toughest part too, but once you understand the concept you can apply it to a variety of situations
I would've ran the wires behind the baseboard to avoid having to tape, mud, sand and paint that cutout you did. always remember to work smarter not harder, you have to use measuring tape so both have correct height....but other than that good job 👍🏽
Running wires behind the baseboard would not be to code unfortunately. And don't worry, I made sure they were both at the exact same height using a laser level. Just can't fit every single step in the video
@@GoldenKeyDesignI think OP meant cutting out the bottom area of the drywall where it meets the floor and running the NM through the studs. That way, that piece of drywall is covered by the baseboard.
Did you add any support to the light box in the ceiling ? those tiny wings that come on the box really ain’t enough
The wings are plenty strong for a small light fixture. The boxes with joist brackets are usually meant for fans they weigh well over a couple pounds
Nice
Thanks
what program did you use to come up with the 3D design for the bedrrom?
I use SketchUp which is a free CAD software. It is one of the most user friendly 3D modeling softwares out there. I am considering doing a crash course video tutorial for it on channel. Would you be interested in that?
@@GoldenKeyDesign I would be interested in that! Looking forward to it😄
No attic?
There’s a second floor above this room
I hope you’re not hanging a fan from that old work box lol
Oh my god, why didn't you just pig tail everything to the outlet.
I did pigtail everything to the outlet other than the ceiling fixture which I wanted on a switch near the door
Everyone before thanking you for a good job gotta put their two cents in.smh.Why the hell they watch your videos if they already know how to do it?This is for ppl that don’t know how,like myself.I actually liked your video and appreciate the help.The other ppl putting their two cents in can eat fecal material.
You’re definitely not an electrician and doesn’t look like your grounds were spliced properly. But yea thanks for not really teaching anyone the right way
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