We opted to buy and use one of the edison light bulbs.
Diy pipe ceiling lamp.
When lit they just look like regular light bulbs.
2 cut the cord away from the plug and switch to pass it through the pipes.
Wires in fourths and attach them to their respective wires using your fingers or pliers.
3 insert a bulb in the socket and thread the now cut.
Here in part 2 i m going to provide the best tutorial i can for those of you interested in making your own diy plumbing pipe light fixture.
Create your own amazing industrial pipe lamp.
Place the sockets inside.
What s even better is that you can get this whole thing done well under 100.
1x 6 nipple 1x 3 1 2 nipple 6x.
I m going to show you how to build the shape of the light fixture but for liability reasons safety concerns and my own peace of mind i prefer not to address the electrical wiring you can consult a pro or find tutorials that cover wiring a light.
Steps 1 remove the stickers and tape from the pipe parts and cleaning them with mineral spirits or citrus based cleaner.
Click here for a pipe fitting cheatsheet everyday pipe lamp essential s you need to know.
Cut the cord right above the switch and.
It s really pretty easy.
Materials assorted pipe fittings from the plumbing aisle.
Cut both your 10 ft.
Cut your plastic.
Don t they look neat in this industrial pipe lamp.
These days using plumbing tools for interior decor has become quite the rage.
We used the following 1 2 parts.