How to Replace a Bathroom Light Fixture
When you want to update the look of a room, it is important to consider the lighting. One sure way to impact the overall look of your bathroom is to replace the bathroom light fixture. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Turn off the power to the fixture at the circuit breaker box.
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Remove the old fixture. Begin by removing the bulbs and shades.
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Disconnect the wires from the old fixture.
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Make sure that 3/4 inch of copper conductor wire is available. Twist the line wire end with the wire to the new fixture. Screw a wire connector over the twisted ends to secure the connection.
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Insert the mounting screws into the attachment holes by turning a few times to secure. Mount the new fixture and rotate to secure it.
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Tighten the screws of the fixture. Finish the installation by attaching the bulbs and shades.
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Turn the power back on at the circuit breaker box.
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Tips & Warnings
Be sure to support the new fixture before it is fully attached so that there will not be a strain on the wiring.
If wires or insulation in the electrical box are brittle or frayed, call an electrician.
Be sure that you connect black wire to black wire and white wire to white wire.
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Comments
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the current light fixture only has room for one set of screws in the electrical box and alot of the lights i have looked at in the store need a larger installation space. how can i tell which is which in the store?
