Loose light fitting

Cause

Fixing screws need tightening

Repair

  • tighten screws; if they cannot be tightened, replace with larger diameter screws

Cause

The fitting is not fixed securely into the ceiling or wall framing

Repair

  • tighten screws; if they cannot be tightened, replace with larger diameter screws
  • if framing for fixing is not adequate:
    • relocate the light fitting to where there is framing for the light fitting to be fixed to, or
    • if it is critical that the fitting go in an area without adequate framing, remove the lining (ceiling/wall); insert a dwang between joists or studs to provide fixing; replace lining, redecorate and fix light fitting