Cool Adding A Light To An Existing 3 Way Switch

You can do it the way rrolleston says or you may grab the power for your 2nd light from the 3 way switch common terminal that feeds the 1st light.

Adding a light to an existing 3 way switch. The 2 wire ground power goes to the 1st switch. I am trying to add another light fixture to an existing 3 way circuit. After you ve determined that the existing switch box will work to power the new light it s time to shop for the sconce and pick up the remodeling box cable and electrical connectors you ll need.

In this video i explain just how easy it is to add a three way switch to an existing single pole one switch lighting circuit. How to add lights to a three way switch. Secure the arms to the joists with screws.

Choose the fixture first. Here is a schematic but without the additional fixtures wired from the light 3. Cut lengths of 14 gauge white wire green wire and black wire to reach this distance.

How to wire a three way switch to a existing single pole light switch circuit. Wiring diagram for a new switch and light in this diagram a new switch and light are added to an already existing light switch. I now have a single light fixture contolled by a pair of 3 way switches.

Now if you are trying to install a completely new 3 way circuit please my video with an article on how to. Measure the length from the existing light to where your new light will be. Just use a jumper wire from the common terminal of this switch and attach the jumper to each light feed.

Dominick amorosso decemberj 2012 110 volt electrical 11 comments 27439 views. This 3 wire switch loop satisfies the nec requirement of a neutral in the switch box. You ll need enough cable to reach from the switch to.