Install Exterior Light In Vinyl Box

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Install exterior light in vinyl box.

The vinyl mounting block adds stability to the electrical fixture to support it in all types of weather. Mount the exterior outlet box to the house. For adequate support you can mount exterior light fixtures to a solid block or base which you usually install before or during the siding process. A vinyl mounting block or j block designed for light fixtures replaces a section of the vinyl siding.

Model jmbl0ckl pw. The only difference between installing interior and exterior lights is that exterior lights as well as all the wiring to which they are. If you re wondering how you install a light fixture without an electrical box the short answer is that you don t. Ply gem mounts and blocks create a smooth stable surface for installing accessories on your home from lights and doorbells to electrical outlets water faucets and more.

Visit my channel homepage here. Simply drive galvanized deck screws through the mounting lugs. How to install an exterior light fixture on siding. Ply gem 8 37 in x 12 5 in white vinyl universal mounting block.

The electrical box or junction box is a code requirement that was established to prevent fires and other electrical accidents. We placed our box horizontally on the lap siding so it could lie flat. If you have lap siding wood hardboard fiber cement or plywood sheathing mount the junction box to the house using exterior grade fasteners.