How to remove ceiling light fixture?

These remove by screwing off this knob or finial and then this allows the globe to drop straight down. Do also take a careful look at where the metal ring comes in contact with the ceiling. It is possible that a previous occupant had repainted the ceiling and painted right up to and on the edge of the metal ring. read more

Time to remove the light. The steps to remove your fixture will vary according to what type of fixture it is; today we are removing a standard flushmount light — most have a knob that twists off at the base of the fixture. read more

How to take down a light fixture: Proceed with caution! Always turn off the power at the panel box and wear rubber soled shoes! The copper wires are the ground wires, the white are the neutral and the black are hot. read more