Can you add a pull chain to a light fixture?

Adding a pull switch to a light is actually possible. To do so you must remove the fixture and drill a hole to screw in the pull switch. Then you need to wire the black wires through the pull switch to connect it to the fixture. Warning: Electrical work should only be conducted by professionals.

Vintage Light Pulls

Brass Floor Lamp From The 1960s

Brass Pulls Midcentury Dresser

Sintesi Lamp

3 Light Mid Century Floor Lamp

Chest Drawers Brass Pulls

Metal Shade Lamp

Drexel Pulls

Artemide Sintesi

Hand Embroidered Black Vintage Bedouin Palestinian Tribal Dress, c.1930s

Sold|~~$337~~

Hand Embroidered Black Vintage Bedouin Palestinian Tribal Dress, c.1930s

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Bust - Up to 50” / 127cm Waist - Up to 46” / 117cm Hips - Up to 50” / 127cm Length (Shoulder to Hem) - 54” / 137cm Shoulder to Shoulder - 15” / 38cm Condition: Good vintage conditi...

Category

20th Century Palestinian Vintage Light Pulls

Pancaldi Vintage Men's Sheepskin Shearling & Wool Cable Knit Jacket, 1980s

Sold|~~$297~~

Pancaldi Vintage Men's Sheepskin Shearling & Wool Cable Knit Jacket, 1980s

By Pancaldi

Located in Doncaster, South Yorkshire

Chest - up to 54” / 137cm (has an intentionally loose fit) Waist - 40” / 101cm Length (Shoulder to Hem) - 28” / 71cm Shoulder to Shoulder - 26” / 66cm Sleeve Pit to Cuff - 21” / 53cm...

Category

1980s Italian Vintage Light Pulls

Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box, Desk in a Box Closable Work Station

Sold|~~$3,800~~

Mummenthaler and Meier Magic Box, Desk in a Box Closable Work Station

By Mummenthaler and Meier

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Opened it has a large maple wood writing top, lit from above by a retractable built-in light operated by pulling a cord. The inside wiring has been renewed, the lights works perfectly.

Category

1950s Mid-Century Modern Vintage Light Pulls

Materials

Plywood

Mummenthaler & Meier Desk-in-a-Box or "Magic Box" Work Station Desk Secretary

Sold|~~$3,800~~

Mummenthaler & Meier Desk-in-a-Box or "Magic Box" Work Station Desk Secretary

By Mummenthaler and Meier

Located in Amsterdam, NL

Opened, it has a large maple wood writing top, lit from above by a retractable built-in light operated by pulling a cord. The inside wiring has been renewed, the lights works perfect...

Category

1960s Swiss Mid-Century Modern Vintage Light Pulls

Materials

Maple, Teak

Get Updated with New Arrivals

Save "Vintage Light Pulls", and we’ll notify you when there are new listings in this category.

Vintage Light Pulls For Sale on 1stDibs

An assortment of vintage light pulls is available at 1stDibs. The range of distinct vintage light pulls — often made from wood, metal and walnut — can elevate any home. Vintage light pulls have been made for many years, and versions that date back to the 20th Century alongside those produced as recently as the 20th Century. Mid-Century Modern, Art Deco and Arts and Crafts vintage light pulls are consistently popular styles. Calvin, Donald Brown and Fog & Mørup each produced beautiful vintage light pulls that are worth considering.

How Much are Vintage Light Pulls?

The average selling price for at 1stDibs is $1,950, while they’re typically $422 on the low end and $6,500 highest priced.

Questions About Vintage Light Pulls

Can you add a pull chain to a light fixture?
1 Answer
1stDibs ExpertFebruary 22, 2021
Adding a pull switch to a light is actually possible. To do so you must remove the fixture and drill a hole to screw in the pull switch. Then you need to wire the black wires through the pull switch to connect it to the fixture. Warning: Electrical work should only be conducted by professionals.