I lost my husband a year ago November and have to rely on friends for help around the house so I decided to install the light myself. I thought why didn't it come with directions so I started to install and had trouble so called my friend. He couldn't make it till the next day and in the meantime I found the directions because I put them aside when unpacking. I had the plate on backwards and needless to say I was able to install it myself. I absolutely love it and after 3 lights in the 34 years I lived in my house  is the best light for my small bathroom. I recommend it and love the no bulbs to replace all the time.