How to Install A Kitchen Light Fixture


Whether you’re replacing or installing a light fixture for the first time in a kitchen, follow these steps to make sure everything goes right


Find the breaker to the wiring

1. Find the breaker

Find the breaker to the wiring you’ll be using for the new fixture and turn it off. Put a piece of tape over it to make sure no one turns it on without your knowledge.


Secure the fixture support bracket

2. Secure the fixture support

Secure the fixture support bracket or base to the wall or ceiling where it will be located in the kitchen.


Follow the wire connection diagram

3. Follow the diagram

Follow the wire connection diagram that came with the light fixture. Same colored wires go together with ground wires also connected. Secure with wire nuts.


Follow the manufacturer’s instructions

4. Follow the instructions

Follow the manufacturer’s instructions on how to connect your fixture to its base. Make sure everything is tight.


Install the correct light bulb and secure

5. Install the bulb

Install the correct light bulb and secure


Turn the breaker back on and see your kitchen shine

6. Flip the breaker

Turn the breaker back on and see your kitchen shine.

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