How easy is it to replace a fluorescent light fixture in the kitchen?

Question

I have a flourescsent light fixture in the kitchen which I do not like. The fixture uses two U-shaped flourescent tubes and is a pain in the neck (literally) to change the tubes. I'm thinking of changing the fixture into a ceiling light that uses compact flourescent bulbs instead. Because the fixture uses the U-shaped tubes, would replacing the fixture be any more difficult than if I was to replace a light fixture that didn't use a fluorescent light fixture? Is there anything special I'd have to do? thx

Answer 1

The only thing u have to do is turn off the breaker, and install the fixture of your choice. you don't need to hire an electrician or anyone else. Kill the power...Verify that its off. disconnect wiring. black to black, white to white, green or bare wire to the fixture body..make darn sure your connections are tight, secure fixture to box or ceiling....sit back and enjoy

Answer 2

To replace the entire fixture you would need to hire an electrician, and then it wouldn't make any difference what kind of fixture, unless it was a different size, then you would have to either cut a large hole or patch around a smaller fixture. I have a light fixture with one U-shape flourescent tube, it is a pain in the neck to replace, but it lasts for several years.

Answer 3

Any light fixture is mounted on a universal box, but they come in standard size and oversize. Unless done by untrained person.
Replacing the fixture should be no problem unless is a heavy chandelier.

Answer 4

Too easy! Remove the old one and replace with a different one. 4 screws, 3 wires and one last pain in the neck. It will take longer to get the new light than do the work.

Answer 5

This is a simple process. Once the old light is removed there should be either two or three wires in the ceiling box. Just connect white to white and black to black on the new light. If there is a ground (bare) wire connect that as well.

Answer 6

you will most likely nevr find a exact replacement but will have to get somthing you like then fill patch the ceiling with drywall to the new light fixture

Answer 7

it might need a new starter. it's a little "tin can" looking thing, about the size of a stack of 10 quarters. if you grab it and twist it should come out. Take it to a local hardware store and buy a replacement, should only cost $1 or two