Hanging a MH fixture

[ZANYMASTER]

Is it easy and is it safe?

 

[FMF0331]

I have a 48" halide system hanging for 2 yrs safe and easy

 

[jcolbe276]

Well zany honestly it all depends on what kind of ceilings you have. Also how heavy is the fixture.

For example:
Drywall ceilings- Use toggle bolts
Wood celings- Drill straight in a foundation beam w/ the proper screws.

Hope I helped in some way with your question.


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[ZANYMASTER]

I believe it's not drywall and awaiting the fixture in a couple of days.It has such a nice look but never attempted such a thing.Maybe I can get someone to help me with this project?The ceiling is possibly concrete.

 

[fcamargo6thave]

I have my fixture hung on the ceiling its very safe. I really doubt your ceiling is concrete but if it is then go to home depot and look for drill bits that drill into concrete and screw the hooks into the ceiling. But if its sheetrock then look for a stud on the ceiling. its very simple ( Do you how much does the fixture weighs)

 

[Arati]

its is prolly plaster, if it feels like concrete. you will want to make sure you use a molly. They have been included in every hanging kits i have put up (4). this is only if you cant find a stud, like fcamargo6th said.

It really is easy stuff, dont be worried.

 

[duke62]

you dont need to find a stud.mark where you would like the light to go and get yourself some wallboard anchors.i believe 1 anchor will hold 30lbs.you will have 2.i doubt your light weighs 60 lbs

 

[TRIGGERMAN]

You could also just make something out of wood and have like a beam above the tank and hang the fixture from there.

 

[ZANYMASTER]

I'll figure it out once I get it.It does have mounts but need space to put my hands in when need be.

 

[mic_1011]

where can i get a hanging kit?

 

[TRIGGERMAN]

put it on a pulley system..I always say this as a reference Keith P has a pulley setup for his tank it's pretty cool. I'm sure he has a thread on here somewhere.