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put a couple hooks in the ceiling with a couple small with pulleys on it.run the light up and down on a cotton/nylon rope. The holes from the hooks can be easily repaired with sheetrock mud or spackle or even colgate toothpaste. 2-small holes isn't that big a deal?never thought about pvc. that might be a good idea. and thanks pbutter for the drawing. that is kinda sorta what i had in mind and if you think it'll hold, that's good enough for me for now.
yes the ceiling has to be left unmolested. if i could do it in the garage that would be different but she can't access the garage. it has steps durnit.
i am hoping to get away with six or seven at most because the ceiling heighth is only 8' high anyway and i am concerned about it getting too high and top heavy and her bumping it the wrong way with her chair.
i get some money i am definitely gonna have to buy a load of pvc and a ton of fittings and start experimenting.
thanks guys, i really appreciate it.
jh
put a couple hooks in the ceiling with a couple small with pulleys on it.run the light up and down on a cotton/nylon rope. The holes from the hooks can be easily repaired with sheetrock mud or spackle or even colgate toothpaste. 2-small holes isn't that big a deal?
I would vote for the two hooks in the ceiling routine. Easier, less crap to fail and it totally out of the way for the lady.
Sorry forgot about the, not being a carpentar part. Always go into a rafter with the hook. If safety is a concern use a 1/4: x 3" eye lag bolt. Use a closable link up to the eyebolt for the pullys to attach to and walla. Be sides going to the hardware store this whole process will take you about 30 minutes to set up. It will take a helluva lot longer to put a frame inside. motzUnless he can't find the stud or securely mount those 2 hooks. I'd hate to hear down the road that a little old lady was hurt when a grow light landed on her head! Otherwise, I agree with your idea.
Here's an old shot of one of my first rooms. I wish I had more detail but thats it. It's 1 inch pvc on the base. The "bridge" is made of 3/4" pvc. I modeled it after a suspension bridge. It will hold at least 50 lbs. It weighs about 35 lbs total. By using 3/4" pvc on the top, it allows the bridge to be raised or lowered. It will cost about $50 if you don't have pvc glue or a pvc pipe cutters.
Get creative! Or just put 2 small hooks in the ceiling and use pulley cords like motz said.
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