Learn tricks of the trade to fix a crooked outlet or straighten an uneven light switch plate cover. To replace a light switch start by disconnecting the power to the switch by shutting off the breaker for the room.
How To Fix A Broken Light Switch
How to replace light switch cover plate. Then disconnect the wires from the screw connectors on either side. Wrap a piece of electrical tape around the sides of the rocker light switch making sure you cover the screws and any exposed wires. Whether your electrical device is mounted at an angle or your junction box is tilted up or back or the wall surface is lumpy youll find solutions to get your electrical cover looking its best. And after that you should link the two with 1mm 2 three core and earth cable. Remove your old switch plate. Use razor blade or utility knife to cut paint closely around edge of plate to free it.
You may need to tuck in the wires. Start by running the cable between the two switch positions and installing a mounting box at the new switch position. Remove the switch plate cover. Then youll need to install a new two way switch at the second control point. Be sure not to put too much stress on the wires or have them come off the screws. Gently push the switch back into the box.
Take your new glam light switch and follow my above guide as to where the 3 wires need to be secured in the new plate. Once the power is cut remove the switch cover and mounting screws with a screwdriver and pull the old switch from the wall. Firstly you must replace the original switch with a two way fitting. If cover plate doesnt come off easily it is probably being held in place by several layers of paint. Use your insulated screwdriver to gently unscrew one at a time all screws holding the three wires in place. Remove switch cover plate.
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