How To Remove Recessed Light Trim
How to remove a recessed can trim.
How to remove recessed light trim. Reach into the recessed light housing and grab one of the coil springs. This depends entirely on the type of recessed trim you re dealing with. If the trim is attached with springs detach the trim from the springs. When you get readyto paint a ceiling it s best to remove the.
Let the recessed light cool down for at least 15 minutes to prevent burning your hands. If the trim is held in place by spring clamps squeeze the clamps together with. Spring loaded recessed light trim. If you have springs unhook the spring ends from inside the canister and remove the ring.
Remove the old trim from the lighting can. Pull the trim ring down from the ceiling slightly and look for two wire springs or spring clips connected to the back side of the ring. Many trims are held in place by friction or by three pieces of metal that fit snugly into the recessed can. Turn the light off that you are removing the trim from.
Normally you simply need to grasp the edges of the trim where it meets the ceiling and pull down gently.