Why Are IKEA Light Fixtures So Strange?

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Synopsis:
Fear not DIYer, not because that Ikea light fixture isn’t tricky, but because it’s SO tricky that even professional electricians quake in their boots! Random mechanical adaptors, woven wire types, & a tiny mounting footprint?!? Joel Walsman can show you how he attacks such a project with one piece to spare!

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Products We’d Recommend:
*EPRO endorses pro-level tools & materials, and receives a small commission for purchases through our links from Amazon & other affiliate programs. We’d be happy to recommend more cost-effective products for DIYers and low-frequency users if you engage with us in the comment section!
[] Klein Tools Non-Contact Voltage Detector: https://amzn.to/3mlPOmf
[] Klein Tools CL800 Clamp Meter: https://amzn.to/3aF7yGp
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[] Ekena Fixture Medallion: https://amzn.to/3GXg67H
[] Milwaukee Wire Strippers: https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-7-75-in-Combination-Electricians-6-in-1-Wire-Strippers-Pliers-48-22-3079/202966263
[] Milwaukee Folding Rule (Inside Reading): https://www.homedepot.com/p/Milwaukee-78-in-Composite-Folding-Ruler-48-22-3801/206414727

National Electrical Code (NEC) referenced in this video:
Free Access Here: https://www.nfpa.org/codes-and-standards/all-codes-and-standards/list-of-codes-and-standards/detail?code=70
[] Wire Color Coding [NEC 210.5]
[] 6” Wire Reach Out Of Box [NEC 300.14]
[] Grounding Metallic Components & Structures [NEC 300.10, 406.4, 406.6(B), 410.40]

Outline:
0:00 - Introduction
0:43 - Removing Old Fixture
2:20 - Identifying Light & Fan Switches
4:05 - Stripping Molded IKEA Cable
5:21 - Testing Switch Legs With A Light
6:43 - Determining Fixture Hanging Height
7:44 - Stripping & Prepping Molded IKEA Cable Again…
10:12 - Mounting Fixture Cover Plate
11:21 - Mounting Fixture
11:56 - Making Final Wire Connections
12:21 - Final Height & Canopy Adjustments

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