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Wiring A Shed For Electricity And Non Electrical Lighting

May 11th, 2009 by admin

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Author : Stephanie Quinn

You can use your shed for more than just storage when by wiring a shed for electricity The addition of electricity takes your shed from junk storage to home office, craft room, woodworking workshop, and much more Keep the following tips in mind when planning to wire your shed for electricity

Wiring For Electricity

It is possible to add electricity to a shed already built, but wiring a shed is easier during the construction process Consider wiring for electricity when building a shed, even if you don’t need it immediately since it is more cost effect to add it during construction instead of waiting until later

Plan Your Outlets

Plan the location of your electrical outlets before wiring a shed by deciding on the most convenient places to plug in equipment, tools, and other items Keep the location of your workbench and the traffic flow of your shed in mind when making your plan for locating outlets

Light Switch Locations

The most convenient place for an interior light switch is just inside your entry door This keeps you from maneuvering inside your dark storage shed looking for the light switch If you plan to install an exterior light, install the switch to operate it in the same switch plate as your interior light switch when wiring a shed

Light Fixtures

When choosing light fixtures, keep the height of your ceiling in mind Make sure your interior light fixture does not hang down too low or get in the way when maneuvering through your shed

Phone And Internet Connections

Since wiring a shed is convenient during the construction process, consider adding a phone and Internet connection, even if you don’t immediately need it You never know when your storage shed may turn into the perfect home office If the wiring is in place, transforming your shed will be simple

Temporary Electricity

If you think you’ll only require electricity on a temporary basis and don’t want to go through the process of wiring a shed, consider simply plugging a durable, heavy-duty extension cord into an outlet in your home and stretching it out temporarily to your shed

Non-Electrical Lighting

If you decide against wiring a shed, but still need lighting, consider the following non-electrical sources of lighting

Sunlight - The natural alternative to wiring a shed is optimizing the amount of sunlight available by installing large windows in your storage shed

Skylights - Another great way benefit from sunlight is to install skylights, placing them where you can maximize the amount of light where most needed

Solar Lights - Powered by sunlight, a solar panel, and a battery, solar lights are not just for exterior lighting You may have enough sunlight coming through the windows of your storage shed to power solar lighting Another alternative is solar lamps that charge outside, but are portable so you can bring them inside your shed when you require light

Battery Powered Lighting - Flashlights and lanterns powered by batteries can provide just the light you need inside of your storage shed Just make sure you keep your light near the doorway of your shed so it is easily accessible and keep plenty of batteries on hand

Crank Lighting - Crank flashlights and lanterns can also provide you with the electricity you need at the turn of a crank

Stephanie Quinn is an author for Build A Shed Plans. If you want more tips for wiring a shed, check out the free resources and learn about storage sheds, backyard sheds, tool sheds, and more.

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