This is great. I've been waiting 3 years for my husband to put my new chandelier up. I'm going to HD and rent the scaffold and do it myself. Thanks for posting the video. I might do the same.
Hire an electrician with workers comp and liability insurance. That’s why you you work and make money. So you can hire someone and not risk ending up in a wheel chair. Spend your money wisely.
Home Depot calls this the 10' interior scaffold but I think the after assembly, it's more like 11-12'. Here in GA, the rental for this is $28 for 4 hours, and I think $39 for whole day. I only rented it for 4 hours, and it was also my first time renting it which includes half hour of figuring out how to put it together.
Thanks for the video! I'm in the same situation where i'm planning to change a fixture from a 16 foot ceiling. Did the scaffolding come with instructions on how to set it up or is it pretty intuitive?
You should ask your rental place for printed instructions or at least tell you how it goes together. People may say it's easy, but if you have never put one together before, it could be tricky. I got mine from Home Depot and luckily the guy found the instructions for me. Just keep in mind, one you get to the top, it does sway a bit but it's safe. Just pointing that out because I always thought it was going to be rock solid until I stepped on top of it. Good luck!
Yes, it would be called a wench. I would definitely want one so I can clean it myself when I want. We have a 22ft ceiling in the foyer and the chandelier is over 150 lbs. I don't think it will be as simple as this video.
Excellent Job!! After seeing your video I feel confident enough to do my own. Funny but we have the same light fixture in our entry way, hate the brass! Our new fixture looks a lot like the one you installed. Our ceiling is 17' so I'm going to rent a scaffold. I'll be installing four fixtures in the same day, that will help to justify the scaffold rental. You can't put a price on safety!!! Thanks again very helpful video!!
+JD Acosta Thanks for your comment. Just FYI - If it's your first time using scaffold, i can tell you it is still a bit scary as standing at the very top will still sway back and forth a bit, but it's safe.
Not too long. I rented it for a 4 hour window and got it done and returned it back to Home Depot in that time. Setting it up probably no more than 20 min.
Yes, I was glad to get rid of that awful brass light. The work of installing the new light isn't too bad. It was my first time using a scaffold, so spent about 40 min putting it together. The rest is just remove and replace.
Thanks for posting this informative video. How do you decide to go with the 9 light chandelier, but not bigger or smaller? What is the dimension of your chandelier versus your foyer area ? Would you consider/recommend to install chandelier lift to the chandelier for easy cleaning and changing bulbs?
Actually, I got this one because it was on clearance sale. It didn't look to be too big or too small. I have seen those chandelier lift videos on youtube and think that's a lot of money and work for one light that you may touch every couple of years.
+Tim A The one I rented at Home Depot was the one shown in the video with 2 levels. I didn't get to choose it, that's just what they rent out. I think the total height to my ceiling is about 19 feet.
Another option would be to reuse the chain and install the new Chandelier using the old chains. The electric wire will have to be cut and the patched but that patch will not be visible at such a height. Of course it works only if the existing chain is the right color. Luckily, that's true in my case and so I am going to try that.
To replace the bulb, all you need is an A Frame ladder that will reach the bulbs. The scaffold was needed to reach the ceiling and also more easier to perform the work.
This should have the optional safety rail for the top any time you add a second level and should also have the other four wheels and outriggers to make it much more stable. I believe he rented this scaffold and they did not give him the other parts.
We bought exact same scaffolding at Northern Tool yesterday and tried to put it up last night..and the scaffolding was so wobbly, there was no way my hubby was going to get up there...so we took it back, also the reviews about the Megatech scaffolding all said same thing for the 1-3 star reviews. Didn’t know Home Depot rented, will check them out. We have exact same cheap brass light ...so ugly..good job!
I believe it was $37 for first 4 hours, then after that it's one day rate for something like $60. You also have to put in a deposit which you will get back on your cc.
You can rent tall A frame ladders but it's too dangerous with the person up there holding the heavy light and trying to remove the hardware and wiring. Renting this scaffold for couple hours only cost me $40, so well worth it.
My ceiling is about 18 feet. I just want to find out if 10' scaffolding will help me reach the ceiling for not only fixture replacement, but also to stain my wood paneling.
Needing to do this with my 18 foot foyer. You were able to reach your light in a 19 foyer from a 10 ft scaffold? Is a 10 ft scaffold actually a bit taller than 10 ft?
I I might be typing this warning too late but if you rent the scaffold and if don’t have a Pick Up or a Large SUV I would highly recommend renting one because it will make transporting the scaffolding to and from Home Depot much easier A pickup truck like a Ford F-150 or a Chevy Silverado or a Ford Ranger would be ideal but a large SUV like a Ford Expedition or a Chevy Tahoe would work as well
Mine is over a curved staircase and a scaffold wont fit. I hired a couple guys who do this for a living. They came with a massive a frame ladder and were just able to reach the box by putting the ladder as much over the railing as they could. Best $200 I spent. I would have had to rent a ladder and try to get it home and then my time. I just called a big lighting store and asked if they had somone who installs high lighting and they gave me the name of the guy they use. I highly recommend that. I normally like to do DIY but in this case....not worth it...
Who ever is watching this to change out lights or a chandelier as a diy project. In my opinion just pay someone to do it. Don't risk injuring your self to save a few hundred dollars, the medical bill will be way more than hiring someone.
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You make this look effortless. Darn near one handed even
2 questions .
How tall was your ceiling ?
Also ,
How tall is the scaffold?? Where I can rent it ? My local homedepot / lowes don’t have one in stock
How tall is the scaffolding you rented?
This is great. I've been waiting 3 years for my husband to put my new chandelier up. I'm going to HD and rent the scaffold and do it myself. Thanks for posting the video. I might do the same.
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Hire an electrician with workers comp and liability insurance. That’s why you you work and make money. So you can hire someone and not risk ending up in a wheel chair. Spend your money wisely.
What is the orange ladder/platform called?
Useful video. Just wanted to see how hd scafford is set up and this is what i need!!
Home Depot calls this the 10' interior scaffold but I think the after assembly, it's more like 11-12'. Here in GA, the rental for this is $28 for 4 hours, and I think $39 for whole day. I only rented it for 4 hours, and it was also my first time renting it which includes half hour of figuring out how to put it together.
I had to do this as well for one of my clients in Duluth, Ga kinda scary at that height
How are you going to change the lightbulbs ?
Thanks dial2fast. Great video! I just installed my first chandelier and couldn't have done it without it. Thanks again.
Thanks, is that a 17 ft ceiling.
Thanks for the video! I'm in the same situation where i'm planning to change a fixture from a 16 foot ceiling. Did the scaffolding come with instructions on how to set it up or is it pretty intuitive?
You should ask your rental place for printed instructions or at least tell you how it goes together. People may say it's easy, but if you have never put one together before, it could be tricky. I got mine from Home Depot and luckily the guy found the instructions for me. Just keep in mind, one you get to the top, it does sway a bit but it's safe. Just pointing that out because I always thought it was going to be rock solid until I stepped on top of it. Good luck!
how much to rent that scaffold
How do you change the light bulbs without using scaffolding? Do they make a special tool?
Use a tall A frame ladder
Grant Walker
Yes, it would be called a wench. I would definitely want one so I can clean it myself when I want. We have a 22ft ceiling in the foyer and the chandelier is over 150 lbs. I don't think it will be as simple as this video.
How high was your ceiling
Excellent Job!! After seeing your video I feel confident enough to do my own. Funny but we have the same light fixture in our entry way, hate the brass! Our new fixture looks a lot like the one you installed. Our ceiling is 17' so I'm going to rent a scaffold. I'll be installing four fixtures in the same day, that will help to justify the scaffold rental. You can't put a price on safety!!! Thanks again very helpful video!!
+JD Acosta Thanks for your comment. Just FYI - If it's your first time using scaffold, i can tell you it is still a bit scary as standing at the very top will still sway back and forth a bit, but it's safe.
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What were you standing on when doing the wiring? You’re higher up then when you’re installing the bulbs
I put a small step stool on top.
The house we bought has the same exact chandelier and window layout, do you live in Texas?
Live in Georgia, we got the same.
How long did it take you to set up the scaffolding? Thank you.
Not too long. I rented it for a 4 hour window and got it done and returned it back to Home Depot in that time. Setting it up probably no more than 20 min.
Whoever can tell me how much if i have a contractor to hang it (21' ceiling high)?
Thank you!
thank you for the fast response!
Yes, I was glad to get rid of that awful brass light. The work of installing the new light isn't too bad. It was my first time using a scaffold, so spent about 40 min putting it together. The rest is just remove and replace.
How much did Chandelier weigh, Probably lighter as You were holding with one hand. How do you do if Chandelier is heavy ?
Thanks for posting this informative video. How do you decide to go with the 9 light chandelier, but not bigger or smaller? What is the dimension of your chandelier versus your foyer area ? Would you consider/recommend to install chandelier lift to the chandelier for easy cleaning and changing bulbs?
Actually, I got this one because it was on clearance sale. It didn't look to be too big or too small. I have seen those chandelier lift videos on youtube and think that's a lot of money and work for one light that you may touch every couple of years.
Hello where did you rented scarffolding
Home Depot
What's width of the scaffoldings? Did you have them delivered? Will they fit behind a family minivan?
I was able to fit all the pieces in my Nissan Quest minivan. But you can bring a measuring tape to measure just in case.
I have the same tallness of the ceiling, did you have to rent two scaffolding from Home Depot or tall did you need it to be??
+Tim A The one I rented at Home Depot was the one shown in the video with 2 levels. I didn't get to choose it, that's just what they rent out. I think the total height to my ceiling is about 19 feet.
You made that look so easy. Impressive. I'm ready to trash our ugly brass monstrosity. If only my wife and I could agree on the new light fixture.
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Another option would be to reuse the chain and install the new Chandelier using the old chains. The electric wire will have to be cut and the patched but that patch will not be visible at such a height. Of course it works only if the existing chain is the right color. Luckily, that's true in my case and so I am going to try that.
How do you change lightbulbs all the way up there?
You can rent a tall A Frame ladder from Home Depot.
where did you buy your chandelier from? and how much was it. its absolutely beautiful... thank you!!
+Priscila Pauta It was a clearance item many years ago at Costco for $120. Don't think I will see another one like this.
Will you have to rent scaffolding each time you change the bulbs
To replace the bulb, all you need is an A Frame ladder that will reach the bulbs. The scaffold was needed to reach the ceiling and also more easier to perform the work.
dial2fast k
Thank you so much. Your video extremely helpful.
Thanks for your comment!
This should have the optional safety rail for the top any time you add a second level and should also have the other four wheels and outriggers to make it much more stable. I believe he rented this scaffold and they did not give him the other parts.
Thanks for showing this.
How heavy were your light fixtures and how did you get the old one down once it had been lowered to the top level of the scaffold?
The old light may have been 20-30 lbs. I tied a rope to it and lowered it down to the floor.
So what are the steps to do it that fast? You never mentioned that in the video
We bought exact same scaffolding at Northern Tool yesterday and tried to put it up last night..and the scaffolding was so wobbly, there was no way my hubby was going to get up there...so we took it back, also the reviews about the Megatech scaffolding all said same thing for the 1-3 star reviews. Didn’t know Home Depot rented, will check them out. We have exact same cheap brass light ...so ugly..good job!
It will definitely be wobbly but it is safe.Just be confident and get it done.
Definitely wobbles but there ar braces for the bottom
So helpful..
Thanks very much for your help...
You open a door for me....
Nice house you got btw
Cheers!
Awesome!
Wow that was a breeze 🖒
Ha! Thanks to you I will be doing this now. You make everything easy. How much to rent it?
smellyakita
I wish I did chores that fast
while up there , clean the window..
thanks, thanks, tanks,
how much did you pay for the rent?!?
my regards.
I believe it was $37 for first 4 hours, then after that it's one day rate for something like $60. You also have to put in a deposit which you will get back on your cc.
cosco also sells a 14 ft. folding ladder. i bought it on sale for under 300. I can clean it with this ladder, or buy a device that will lower it.
could you have use a 20 ft ladder better? rent it from home Depot
You can rent tall A frame ladders but it's too dangerous with the person up there holding the heavy light and trying to remove the hardware and wiring. Renting this scaffold for couple hours only cost me $40, so well worth it.
How tall is your ceiling?
I think it's 19 feet.
My ceiling is about 18 feet. I just want to find out if 10' scaffolding will help me reach the ceiling for not only fixture replacement, but also to stain my wood paneling.
Needing to do this with my 18 foot foyer. You were able to reach your light in a 19 foyer from a 10 ft scaffold? Is a 10 ft scaffold actually a bit taller than 10 ft?
I played this at 1/4 speed and saw your real time struggle.
lol I did as well, especially when he kept kicking the bag
I need to do this in my Master Bath. I called two Home Depots and they do not rent the scaffolding!
I I might be typing this warning too late but if you rent the scaffold and if don’t have a Pick Up or a Large SUV I would highly recommend renting one because it will make transporting the scaffolding to and from Home Depot much easier
A pickup truck like a Ford F-150 or a Chevy Silverado or a Ford Ranger would be ideal but a large SUV like a Ford Expedition or a Chevy Tahoe would work as well
Mine is over a curved staircase and a scaffold wont fit. I hired a couple guys who do this for a living. They came with a massive a frame ladder and were just able to reach the box by putting the ladder as much over the railing as they could. Best $200 I spent. I would have had to rent a ladder and try to get it home and then my time. I just called a big lighting store and asked if they had somone who installs high lighting and they gave me the name of the guy they use. I highly recommend that. I normally like to do DIY but in this case....not worth it...
Oh and I put LED chandelier bulbs in it that ate supposed to last forever....
Who ever is watching this to change out lights or a chandelier as a diy project. In my opinion just pay someone to do it. Don't risk injuring your self to save a few hundred dollars, the medical bill will be way more than hiring someone.
No explanation really