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Bathroom Lights- Need to change bulb

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  • 08-09-2017 12:59pm
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    batman2000
    Registered Users Posts: 833 ✭✭✭


    Hi,

    There is a ceiling light in a bathroom that needs replacing. The bulb is covered by a glass cover. (Picture attached)

    I can't seem to twist the glass cover. I also tried a screwdriver to see if this would pop.

    Andy advise how to change the bulb. Also anyone know what type of bulb might be there.?


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    meercat
    Registered Users Posts: 4,745 ✭✭✭meercat


    The glass twists anti-clockwise. Use the palm of your hand.
    Most likely a50watt Di chroic lamp

    The whole fitting can pull down out of the ceiling if that makes life handier. Use a screwdriver between the fitting and ceiling to get your fingers in and pull down. Mind the fingers though as it's spring loaded and is like a mouse trap if you catch them between the springs


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    batman2000
    Registered Users Posts: 833 ✭✭✭batman2000


    Thanks, it appears fairly stuck, it wouldn't turn. I'll try dropping it down from the ceiling


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    meercat
    Registered Users Posts: 4,745 ✭✭✭meercat


    batman2000 wrote: »
    Thanks, it appears fairly stuck, it wouldn't turn. I'll try dropping it down from the ceiling

    There's a rubber seal between the glass and fitting. Sometimes they're stuck tight alright. Dropping it down will give access to both sides of glass and make removal easier alright


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