How To Wire Bathroom Vanity Light Fixture

How to Wire Bathroom Vanity Light Fixture

Installing a vanity light fixture in your bathroom is a fairly straightforward task that can be completed in a few hours. By following these step-by-step instructions, you can ensure that your new light is wired correctly and safely.

Materials you'll need:

* Vanity light fixture * Electrical wire * Wire nuts * Screwdriver * Drill * Level

Step 1: Prepare the wiring

Before you begin, turn off the power to the bathroom at the circuit breaker. This will prevent you from getting shocked while working. Next, remove the old light fixture by unscrewing the mounting screws. If there is no existing light fixture, you will need to drill holes in the wall for the new one. Use a level to make sure the holes are level, and then insert the anchors into the holes.

Step 2: Connect the wires

Now it's time to connect the wires. The wires from the light fixture will be color-coded: black for hot, white for neutral, and green or bare copper for ground. The wires from your home's electrical system will also be color-coded. Connect the black wire from the light fixture to the black wire from the electrical system, the white wire from the light fixture to the white wire from the electrical system, and the green or bare copper wire from the light fixture to the green or bare copper wire from the electrical system. Twist the wires together and secure them with wire nuts.

Step 3: Mount the light fixture

Once the wires are connected, you can mount the light fixture to the wall. Hold the light fixture up to the wall and insert the screws into the anchors. Tighten the screws until the light fixture is secure.

Step 4: Install the bulbs

Now it's time to install the bulbs. Choose the type of bulbs that are appropriate for your light fixture. Screw the bulbs into the sockets until they are secure.

Step 5: Turn on the power

Finally, turn on the power at the circuit breaker and test the light fixture. If the light fixture does not turn on, check to make sure that the wires are connected correctly and that the bulbs are properly installed.