Use pliers to twist the locknut on the end cap counterclockwise until it pops off.
Remove fluorescent light fixture in kitchen.
Plus the kitchen is so much brighter.
With one hand supporting the cover use your other hand to pinch and loosen the clips until the cover is completely free.
Turn off the breaker controlling the light circuit.
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 you have circline fluorescent light bulbs in your kitchen the cover will likely be a spring loaded ceiling light fixture.
Remove the fixture mounting screws with a nut driver or phillips screwdriver.
Check the ends of the fixture for metal components holding it in place.
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.
The bottom of the dome may also have a nut that loosens to release the cover.
I also painted the trim and ceiling but that s a whole another post.
Learn how to remove a kitchen fluorescent light cover.
Remove the cap or tab on the light if your fixture has it.
When you see the side by sides it is even more amazing of a transformation.
Hold the fixture s cover in place then attempt to slide the cap or tab off with your free hand.