Removing Ceiling Light Fixture Cover

All fluorescent light covers also called lenses or diffusers are lightweight and have simple mechanisms holding them in place.

Removing ceiling light fixture cover. Try this method if simply unscrewing the knob or screws doesn t work. How to remove a flush mount ceiling fixture cover step 1. Most ceiling light covers are held in place with either spring clips or small screws.

Pull the little metal button out parallel to the ceiling. Lift it away from the fixture plate once it is loose to stop it falling. Get another person to help you hold the fixture if it s heavy.

If there are no screw heads gently pull around the edges of the cover until it releases. Pull the metal thing out as if it were a nail. This means you can easily remove a fluorescent light fixture on your own.

Most covers have only one metal fastener that can easily be removed with your hands and do not require a screwdriver. Ensure that both your feet are firmly planted on the same. Drop ceiling wraparound or flat.

Steady yourself on the ladder under the fixture. Please help support my channel by using my link to. Others may require either a phillips head screwdriver or a standard flat screwdriver.

Set up a stepladder under the flush mount ceiling fixture in a position that will not require you to reach to. If there are screw heads around the edge of the cover loosen them slowly with a screwdriver while holding the cover in place until it comes free. As an amazon affiliate i get commissions from purchases made from links in the description of my videos.