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garyofnyc

02:38PM | 11/02/08
Member Since: 10/30/08
3 lifetime posts
Bvelectrical
Hi all;

Im installing a new medicine cabinet and a small sconce in my old NYC bathroom. The walls are lath and plaster, and I have already removed the 1940's cabinet that was recessed. I drywalled up the hole, and want to use the original sconce electrical mount and keep the 2 socket outlet thats already on the wall. I cannot open the wall to do any work, and I dont want to/cant replace any of the ancient wiring that exists. The cabinet is a wall-mount unit and has built in lights and a single socket, prewired by the manufacturer with two pairs and a ground wire that I need to connect to power as well. Without ripping out all electric and replacing/re-running wiring (not allowed by building), how can I safely wire the cabinet, wall sconce and existing outlet? Thanks in advance!
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doug seibert

06:29AM | 11/03/08
Member Since: 08/10/02
843 lifetime posts
DIY requires ownership......If you don't own it.....you shouldn't be messing with it.......

Your situation is dangerous....

Call the Landlord

"......measure Once.....cut Twice....

throw that one away and cut a new one...."


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