Step 5 · Wire the New Light Fixture

Feed the wires from the new fixture through the center of the mounting bracket. Connect the 'hot' wire from the fixture (usually black) to the 'hot' wire from the electrical box (also usually black) using a wire nut. Connect the 'neutral' wire from the fixture (usually white) to the 'neutral' wire from the electrical box (usually white) with a wire nut. Finally, connect the 'ground' wire from the fixture (usually green or bare copper) to the ground screw on the mounting bracket or to the ground wire from the electrical box. Ensure all connections are secure and no bare wire is exposed.