What You'll Need

  • Screwdriver
  • Wire stripper with cutting blade
  • Replacement fixture
  • Wirenuts

Replacing a light fixture is relatively simple. In fact, the biggest problem you'll probably encounter is the mechanical complexities of attaching a new fixture to older mounting hardware.

In this article, we'll show you how to replace an incandescent light fixture. The simplest fixture installation uses a fixture strap secured to the electrical box. Connect white wire to white and black to black.

Check out the next page for the first step.