How to fix a light fixture to the ceiling without drilling?

How to glue a ceiling light to the ceiling?

Apply continuous lines of glue dots and avoid flattening them by pressing too hard. Apply the product evenly over the entire surface of the ceiling hanging light.

How to install a ceiling light on a DCL box?

To place a light fixture (ceiling, pendant or spotlight) on the ceiling, simply open the plug by removing the DCL cover and insert the cable from the light fixture into the hole in the cover.

How to create a multiple suspension?

This is the most basic solution. Attach a hook to the desired location and hang your light cable loosely on it. If the suspension is heavy, add a small tie to the cable that will attach to the hook.

How to make a heavy chandelier fit on the ceiling?

If the weight of the chandelier exceeds 3 kilos, it must be fixed in the gutters provided for this purpose. Finally, if your chandelier weighs more than 10 kilos, it must be installed on the ceiling support structure.

How much weight can a plasterboard ceiling support?

panel as a partition or cladding in an exterior wall or support. To secure a load of less than 30 kg, metal anchors (Molly) or plastic anchors (MZK) should be used. The reinforced panel can support up to 40 kg with these same anchors.

What weight can BA13 support?

If your gypsum board has a higher mechanical resistance, such as Activ'air® BA13, the loads can go up to 40 kg.

Which dowel to put in a ceiling?

It is important to choose the right anchors for your ceiling type and the weight of your ceiling light. For hollow or friable materials, there are form-locking nylon anchors, swivel anchors or metal expansion anchors.

How to make a light stand up?

Remove the plug and socket from the DCL box. Connect the wires to the DCL plug: phase to L terminal, neutral to N terminal, ground in between. Tighten the plug wire cap on the chandelier cord. Attach the plug to the ceiling box, hang the fixture on the hook and replace the wire cover.

How to put a chandelier without drilling?

For example, if your ceiling is made of concrete, if it is equipped with a folding box and if your light fixture does not weigh more than 3 kilos, you can use the Fixalustre system which will allow you to install your suspension without drilling, thanks to a closing system.

How to fix a ceiling light ?

Installing a ceiling light

• Mark with the pencil where you need to drill the hole for the dowel.


• Drill the ceiling to the desired diameter


• Mount the suspension pad or the DCL box ++ 4- Screw the hook into the pad.

How to fix ceiling light ?

Installing a pendant is quick and easy. The method of ceiling attachment will depend on the fixture you wish to install.... 3. Place the shade of the suspension

• Insert the curtain into the socket.


• Screw on the locking ring.


• Install an appropriate lamp.

How to fix a chandelier on a rose window?

To hang the chandelier, simply add a suspension ring. The chandelier is then placed in the center of the rose window, suspended from a python sealed to the ceiling or bolted to a wooden beam.

How to adjust the height of the suspension light?

A distance of 40-50 cm is required between the luminaire and the ceiling and the lower part of the suspension should be between 1.90 and 2 meters from the floor so as not to interfere with the circulation in the environment. Therefore, it is ideal for lighting a living room with high ceilings.

The different types of hooks to use depending on the weight of the chandelier

If you've chosen to use hooks to secure your chandelier or hanging light, it's important to choose the right model for your weight. For a light chandelier (under 5 kg), we recommend using simple hooks that screw into the ceiling. For heavier chandeliers (up to 10 kg), opt for double hooks fitted with a special plug adapted to the ceiling materials (plasterboard, concrete...). Above 10 kg, triple hooks with multiple anchoring points in the ceiling structure are preferable. By following these recommendations, you'll be able to fix your luminaire safely and without risk of falling.