Can you daisy chain an outlet to a light switch?

Basically you want to do this: – run 14-2 (or 12-2) from either an outlet that already has power or from the circuit breaker (depending on where you start/end your run) to your switch. If you say start with the light, you can daisy chain from there to your switched outlets using 14-2 (or 12-2) cable.

How can I add light to a room without overhead lights?

Here’s how to light a room with no overhead lighting.

Bring in All of the Natural Light.
Hanging String Lights.
Plug-in Wall Sconces.
Floor Lamps.
Add More Light with Mirrors.
Table Lamps.
Plug-in Pendant Light.
Flameless Candles.

Can a pull chain be used as a light switch?

Although newer homes have wall switches for most overhead lighting, fixtures in older houses may be controlled by pull chains from the light. Trying to find that pull chain in the dark can be difficult – and unsafe.

Can a wall switch be used to control a light fixture?

You should always leave the light”on” at the chain/cord in order to have full control from the wall switch. You can still use the chain, however this defeats the purpose of having a wall switch. Provided everything works, you can close up your light fixture and attach a switch plate cover. How can I add a pull cord to overhead lighting?

How do you convert a pull string light to a wall switch?

Strip the insulated wires with wire cutter blades to expose 1/2 inch of bare wire at each end. Strip the wire ends in the attic near the light and at the wall switch location. Wrap 1 1/2 inches of black electrical tape around the white wire of the ROMEX® at both ends just behind the bare wire.

What kind of switch to turn light on and off?

The switch to turn the light on/off, can be any type of single pole snap switch. The switch for the fan can also be a snap switch, if you wan to use the pull chain on the fan to control the fan speed. If you want to control the fan speed from the wall switch, you’ll want to install a fan control switch instead.