I also painted the trim and ceiling but that s a whole another post.
Remove fluorescent light fixture in kitchen.
Check the ends of the fixture for metal components holding it in place.
It will replace this brass light fixture i gave a 0 makeover a while back.
Of course eventually we painted the cabinets installed a glass tile backsplash and stained the island and ended up with a practically brand new kitchen.
If it s plugged in you can simply unplug it but if it s hardwired follow this procedure.
Turn off the breaker controlling the light circuit.
Remove the fixture mounting screws with a nut driver or phillips screwdriver.
And after 16 years of living with an ugly fluorescent light box i now have an open ceiling with a pretty little light to replace it hanging in my kitchen.
Use pliers to twist the locknut on the end cap counterclockwise until it pops off.
If you have circline fluorescent light bulbs in your kitchen the cover will likely be a spring loaded ceiling light fixture.
With one hand supporting the cover use your other hand to pinch and loosen the clips until the cover is completely free.
When you see the side by sides it is even more amazing of a transformation.
The bottom of the dome may also have a nut that loosens to release the cover.
When you re doing a fluorescent light fixture repair whether or not you re removing the entire fixture or just the ballast you have to disconnect the ballast from power.
The type of screw head will vary depending on the mounting screws used during the installation of the light.
Learn how to remove a kitchen fluorescent light cover.
Hold the fixture s cover in place then attempt to slide the cap or tab off with your free hand.