Do I need to install the cryst-ball before installing the fixture to the ceiling? Or can I have it installed to the ceiling first,then add Crystl bls?
1592321
You have to wait until fixture is attached to the ceiling before attaching the crystal balls. Otherwise, they will get tangled and it will be hard to access the screws.
1592322
Hi Sean, it's easier to place all the crystal balls in order and then install the whole fixture to the ceiling. You need 2 people to do this. The way we did the crystal balls is, We placed the chandelier base between 2 chairs and then added all crystal strings. Make sure the chairs don't move. Please let me know if you have any more questions. Thank you
1592323
I had mine installed to the ceiling first, and the I added the crystal balls last. It's beautiful, I love it
2188765
No, you really shouldn't; they'll clang together as you're trying to hang it and just get in the way. I did however, assemble the crystals with the "key rings" that allows them to hang from the chrome plate before we put the light up.
1874372
Yes. The main thing to consider is how to attach the housing, and whether your ceiling can support the weight of the fixture, or if another piece of assembly is required to hold it right.
1023973
Depending on the fixture you are installing this in, you may have to remove the ballast since none is needed first and get new clips to install the light bulb. I bought a second set of bulbs and they are different than the first I had ordered and can not work in my existing fixture without a major overhaul of it. It shouldn't take more than 30 - 60 mins per fixture if you have to hire an electrician to come in and retro fit the bulb to your light fixture. I wish you luck. For the price of the bulbs it is so worth it. Good Luck
1528398
It comes with a cable that is dropped from the ceiling. I had existing ceiling pendants, so these were a replacement but, you can install as a new fixture.
236862
I wall mounted it at the very top of the wall so that I could screw into the top plate. The room that I installed it in had a cathedral ceiling and I didn't want to ceiling mount. You will need a drill as holes for the bolts should be pre-drilled to make it easier to screw in the bolts. You won't be able to do it if you don't pre-drill. A ratchet set would also be helpful.
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No. You need a stem for the shaft to have a place to mount to the ceiling fixture, however, I sure that you can get an optional 'snugger' adapter for low ceilings. Hope that this helps.
1610789
Install the fixture first and then the globes. You have to kind of put the globes on like a puzzle. But, it is worth it because it is a beautiful fixture.
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Yes, you do have to wire around old ballast. It is no longer needed. I was able to plug the new ones right into the existing switch. Instructions were included. The first one took awhile to figure out because I did not want to damage anything. The next 6 lights were a breeze. One of the best things I've done to our motorhome. It seems we were always buying new bulbs and had one or two out. One bulb per fixture is OK. In some rooms I have two per fixture. Wifes bathroom where she wants more light. Have had them for 2-3 years no problem. Total of 12 bulbs in 8 fixtures. They work great. A little expensive compared to old tube replacements but haven't replaced any either. Would highly recommend these. Yes, you do have to wire around old ballast. It is no longer needed. I was able to plug the new ones right into the existing switch. Instructions were included. The first one took awhile to figure out because I did not want to damage anything. The next 6 lights were a breeze. One of the best things I've done to our motorhome. It seems we were always buying new bulbs and had one or two out. One bulb per fixture is OK. In some rooms I have two per fixture. Wifes bathroom where she wants more light. Have had them for 2-3 years no problem. Total of 12 bulbs in 8 fixtures. They work great. A... » Read More Yes, you do have to wire around old ballast. It is no longer needed. I was able to plug the new ones right into the existing switch. Instructions were included. The first one took awhile to figure out because I did not want to damage anything. The next 6 lights were a breeze. One of the best things I've done to our motorhome. It seems we were always buying new bulbs and had one or two out. One bulb per fixture is OK. In some rooms I have two per fixture. Wifes bathroom where she wants more light. Have had them for 2-3 years no problem. Total of 12 bulbs in 8 fixtures. They work great. A little expensive compared to old tube replacements but haven't replaced any either. Would highly recommend these. « Show Less
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I assume your reference to "bore the holes" means the ceiling holes through which the light is to be installed. That is simple and the spring clamps work well. The light itself is connected to it's small control box on a short cable with a connector. I placed a small (single gang) plastic electrical box close to each light location as the wires provided are very short. Code says any wiring connection should be in an electrical box, so if the wires are there, put the little light control box in a (new?) junction box, connect two wires with small twist connectors and cover. Then install the light in the hole and plug in to the short cable connector. This is repeated at each light location. (I had three) I think this is simple. If you have never wired anything perhaps help from a friend is in order? Hard to judge for another, what is simple ?
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I agree with the previous poster. You need a ceiling mount that will cradle it. It will not attach directly to many of the ceiling mounts on the market that bolt in.
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I had it install by a handyman I now. What he did was drill a hold into the stucco for the wires to go thru and also for the mounting screws. He push the wires thru along with the mtg screw. On the inside he mounting a bracket that would mount to the mounting screws and hold the light fixture in place. After that is was just a matter of hooking the wires. I hope that hleps.
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No we hung it first and then we added the crystals. It is beautiful but the type of light bulbs it uses are not very bright.
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Hey!In your box you should have recieved a small bag of metal pins with white gloves, and metal strins to hang the crystal balls off of. The metal string have an end with a hook that clams at the top of the unit box that would be mounte ti the ceiling. The bottom has a small loop. Slide a metal pin thru the loop. Then slide the loop thru the top hole of the glass ball. Simply bend the excess metal pin flush on the crystal ball and around the string.
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Because if the heat from this fixture it is advised to mount like you would any light fixture. Take a lokk at your current fixtures in ur house. How r they afixed to the ceiling or wall. They shouls have a conection to the wires through a hole in the wall or ceiling that then connects to your electrical box/panel. I hope ths helps
1722621
It's a light fixture. It needs to be install into a ceiling box that is installed to handle the weight of the fixture. I can do that for you as a contractor. Where are you located
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Yes. From the pictures online I wasn't sure if I wanted the crystal attached either. When I got it, I tried it both ways. I liked it best with the crystal attached. I still LOVE the light fixture. It was one of the best purchases ever!