Anyone knows how to remove this light fixture plate??

Apr 5th, 2020 4:00 pm

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DPR2017 [OP]: Sr. Member; Jan 21, 2017; 893 posts; 285 upvotes

Apr 5th, 2020 4:00 pm

Anyone knows how to remove this light fixture plate??

I’m looking to install a new light fixture but don’t know how to remove the existing one. Anyone knows? Thanks !

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Apr 5th, 2020 4:03 pm

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vkizzle: Deal Expert; Aug 22, 2011; 35514 posts; 21562 upvotes; Center of Universe

Apr 5th, 2020 4:03 pm

Is that a nut holding the fixture in place?
Can you loosen it off the stud?

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Apr 5th, 2020 4:24 pm

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jeff840322: Newbie; Oct 28, 2008; 49 posts; 3 upvotes; Toronto

Apr 5th, 2020 4:24 pm

Remove the slim nut at the center
Be careful with the insulation behind the plate, try not to contact with your skin

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Apr 5th, 2020 4:31 pm

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xxxray: Deal Addict; Jan 19, 2008; 1330 posts; 931 upvotes; Etobicoke

Apr 5th, 2020 4:31 pm

I have the same fixture, it is one from Costco right?. There are two screws about 10 cm or so apart. undo these.

Apr 5th, 2020 5:32 pm

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oilerfan89: Sr. Member; Sep 15, 2017; 516 posts; 526 upvotes

Apr 5th, 2020 5:32 pm

Undo the thin nut in the center

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Apr 5th, 2020 6:09 pm

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gumby: Deal Addict; Sep 22, 2005; 3901 posts; 3059 upvotes; Ottawa

Apr 5th, 2020 6:09 pm

This is a typical builder's grade ceiling fixture, just remove the nut at the centre and the fixture will drop.

If you are not familiar with these fixtures, be sure to shut off power first from the circuit breaker at your electrical panel and test it by flipping the switch to ensure that it's off then keep the switch in the off position. Remove the CFL light bulbs to give you more room and easier acess to the nut.

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Apr 5th, 2020 8:43 pm

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DPR2017 [OP]: Sr. Member; Jan 21, 2017; 893 posts; 285 upvotes

Apr 5th, 2020 8:43 pm

Thanks guys. Will Give it a try tomorrow. Btw, it seems there are two sets of cables. What do I do with the second set? (Black/white) thanks

Apr 5th, 2020 8:59 pm

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eldiablo: Deal Expert; Feb 24, 2007; 15061 posts; 2645 upvotes

Apr 5th, 2020 8:59 pm

DPR2017 wrote: ↑ Thanks guys. Will Give it a try tomorrow. Btw, it seems there are two sets of cables. What do I do with the second set? (Black/white) thanks

Call an electrician.

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Apr 5th, 2020 9:05 pm

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jacquesstrap: Deal Addict; Nov 9, 2008; 1601 posts; 596 upvotes; Toronto

Apr 5th, 2020 9:05 pm

DPR2017 wrote: ↑ Thanks guys. Will Give it a try tomorrow. Btw, it seems there are two sets of cables. What do I do with the second set? (Black/white) thanks

Not sure if srs...

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Apr 6th, 2020 11:05 am

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barqers: Deal Addict; Jun 11, 2010; 1326 posts; 723 upvotes; ottawa

Apr 6th, 2020 11:05 am

DPR2017 wrote: ↑ Thanks guys. Will Give it a try tomorrow. Btw, it seems there are two sets of cables. What do I do with the second set? (Black/white) thanks

Could be a 3-way light or electrical daisy chaining?

Apr 6th, 2020 11:52 am

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CNeufeld: Deal Guru; Mar 23, 2008; 12070 posts; 8360 upvotes; Edmonton

Apr 6th, 2020 11:52 am

jacquesstrap wrote: ↑ Not sure if srs...

Probably is serious. If someone has to ask a question on basic electrical work like that, it might be a good idea to hire a professional who knows what they're doing.

C

Apr 6th, 2020 12:20 pm

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IndyBeak: Deal Addict; Sep 13, 2016; 2737 posts; 1507 upvotes; Mississauga

Apr 6th, 2020 12:20 pm

eldiablo wrote: ↑ Call an electrician.

Agreed. From the questions, it appears that OP has very little or no clue of how this works. Please call an electrician or a friend who may know better.

Apr 6th, 2020 12:33 pm

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gumby: Deal Addict; Sep 22, 2005; 3901 posts; 3059 upvotes; Ottawa

Apr 6th, 2020 12:33 pm

We have the feeling that OP is not at all familiar with these things, however basic it is and should not attempt this task him/herself. Electrical work is not something that should be taken lightly if you have no idea what you are doing and could end up with disastrous consequences.