How to remove bathroom light fixture cover?

1. Flush-mounted light fixtures that are spring-loaded will typically have two springs holding the metal collar in place. 2. Using the flathead screwdriver or razor knife, loosen the paint by moving around the metal collar where it attaches to the ceiling. 3. Attempt to pry the light fixture from the springs by pulling down with your hands. 4. read more

If pulling down on the wood trim had been correct, it would have pulled down been much easier. Also, the light lens shouldn't have come down with the wood. Since it appeared you pulled it down a little, how about a light and a camera shoved up next to the ceiling, in the crack, to film how the trim is attached. read more

There may also be small screws on the sides of the light holding it to the mounting plate. Once the light is separated from the base, check all wires for voltage. If all is safe, remove one wire nut at a time, separate the wires and screw the wire nut back on the wall side. Remove any screws holding the light base to the wall. read more