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foyer hanging light not flush w/ceiling

9 years ago

last modified: 9 years ago

Square housing on top that goes flush to the ceiling - that's the problem - can't get it flush - about 1/8" space all around - tried bending the hardware attachment (then the screws wouldn't line up) and tried pushing outlet box further into the ceiling - nothing working - any ideas ? (can't get into the attic to adjust outlet box) It's a small Hampton Bay light glass fixture. Tks much Bill

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kenjwy
9 years ago
What's stopping it? Are the screws running against the back of the electrical box? If so you could use shorter screws or cut them off. In a pinch you could use washers on the outside that are the same diameter as the screw head, c so they'd be minimally visible.
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