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Old 11-29-2012, 02:52 AM  
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Default wire the light fixture into an extension cord?
Is it really possible? My fixture is like a pot light and it is really pretty. Is it possible to take an old extension cord with 2 wires and make it a swag lamp?

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Old 11-29-2012, 06:42 AM  
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If the fixture was designed to be permanently mounted then it is not safe to do what you ask.


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Old 11-29-2012, 08:50 AM  
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If the fixture was designed to be permanently mounted then it is not safe to do what you ask.
How can the danger be lessened?
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A pretty pot light? You best post a photo so we no what you have in mind.
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