How to fit a ceiling light UK- Ultimate Handyman DIY tips

How to fit a new light in place of a traditional ceiling rose. If you have any questions you will get a faster answer here
This video is in the UK and so is only suitable for people in the UK.

Changing a light fitting can look complicated to someone that is not experienced and so hopefully this will help people.

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[tomsmith]

Looked at my new ceiling light just delivered, then looked at this very informative video, then phoned the local electrician...

[BionicRusty]

11 years on, this video is still as valuable as it was the day it was posted.
Thank you 🙏 🥇

[JO-onky]

To everyone who told me it was "really easy" to replace my own ceiling light: you lied.

[jakewesley]

Hello, I'd just like to say how helpful I find your videos. I'm currently studying Level 1 Electrical at college and sometimes get a bit confused with certain bits. Thankfully your videos are very detailed and well explained. Keep up the good work!

[bigjr]

Just used these to fit new light's worked great!watched your video first, great help!!! Half hour, old light down, new one up !! AND WORKING! cheers

[kenmay]

Ultimate handyman! I have said this before! You are Top Man, I have just this afternoon replaced a light fitting in my grandson's bedroom following your precise instructions on the video using the Wago lighting clips, not used them before! I was so pleased with how easy they were to use!. Thanks a lot. Ken May.

[boobardoodles]

Thank you so very much, some of the videos on here are unecessarily complex, yours simplified it and my lights worked first time!

[steveiro]

Great vid, thanks. Watched it 3 times, then felt confident to fit new spots, job done. cheers.

[bradchallenger]

this is a first class guide
detailed and specific but very simple to follow
saved me loads of time and money
very grateful
thank you
keep up the good work

[MrDiyend]

this is the clearest and best video . i could complete all my lighting in house . thank you

[ultimatehandyman]

@ Billy Ashford
It sounds like you have the switched live mixed up, this should help- 

[bonypp]

This guys is one of my best go too to do petty jobs around the house as his explanation is detailed. Thank you ultimate handyman.

[martinjones]

I want to share a story. A little old lady neighbour friend of mine has a light fitting, which she adores. Unfortunately the connector bit to the light bulb, broke. This was fixed. I had to repair this. Anyway, an electrician friend of mine took the fitting down for me to repair, putting up a temporary ceiling rose and pendant. It was very difficult getting him back. I was unsure how to fit the old fitting back. Until I found your video. You have helped me and the old lady so much. She is happy that it is now working in time for Christmas! Thanks so much for a clear, succinct video.

[alanchandler]

Thanks all now sorted, keep vids coming as they are the clearest by far, cheers

[Chrisking]

brilliant vid mate im just about to start my electrician training and being taught like youve have just taught is top class thanks

[Hotlipsisback]

@ultimatehandyman Went to B& Q yesturday and talked to electrician there, he was very helpfull, told me what i had to do. Iam now glad to say i have fitted both my lights and they are working fine! ;)

The main thing is that they are safe!
Thanks for pointing out you're site!

[jodie]

i cant put in words my relief at findin put make vids like this. i, m a single mum but can manage most household probs, this vid i thought was a life saver, bt gt the old lite off loaded you tube t refresh my memory n found i have an extra set of wires 3 red 3 black n 3 earth, n no my switch wire aint marked. wt a downer after arf 6 surprisingly 1 lamp wont lite a whole flat thanx tho mr u cheered me up twice x

[williamrobinson]

This video is fantastic and i followed it as I did exact same job plus I now fully understand light and switch wiring and modern connectors available. Can't thank you enough !

[TheBlackie]

found this very handy thanks for taking the time to upload and share :)

[ultimatehandyman]

Matthew Bester 
Yes, as long at the light fitting is suitable for use in a bathroom.