Convert Light Switch To Plug Socket

The first way is really simple and doesn t require any electrical knowledge or understanding whatsoever.

Convert light switch to plug socket.

To do this you simply purchase a screw in adapter that will screw into your light socket like a light bulb but it will have a plug or two on the end of it. Convert a light switch to an outlet remove the black wires from the switch screw a wire cap on the dead one and push it back into the box out of the way. Flip the light switch to the off position and remove the existing light bulb. I have basic wiring skills but i am not a certified electrician.

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Screw the outlet socket adaptor into the light socket. In instances where you need to work in an area that doesn t have electrical sockets readily available there is an easy way to convert a light socket into an electrical socket using a special adaptor. How to change a hard wire light fixture into a plug in. Convert single light 2 switch system to single switch 2 lights.

Find light socket adapters at lowe s today. Converting a light fixture to a power outlet can be done in two ways. E26 e27 socket extension adapter with bulb holder with plug and on off switch all directional adjustable standard medium light bulb socket converter bulb 2 pack 4 0 out of 5 stars 91 9 99 9. One will be the power line coming from the breaker box and the other will be the wires connected from the light switch to the light fixture.

Lamp cord with switch any old extension cord could work too if you just cut off the female end but these are wonderful because they have a switch on the cord optional paintable cord cover.