2006-08-08 01:49:12 · 9 answers · asked by Brave_Sir_Robin 2 in Home & Garden ➔ Do It Yourself (DIY)
I'd just hang in there until the last one blows and then move house; it's easier!
2006-08-08 02:14:12 · answer #1 · answered by Emily 3 · 1⤊ 1⤋
Use a suction cup or there's a spring-like device used for unscrewing light-bulbs that fits on the end of a pole that you just push up against the light and turn. Go to the lighting section of any major hardware store and they should have them. Pretty much there's a tool for almost everything. I got one for my dad. He has a pole barn that is 16 foot tall inside. Makes it a lot easier and safer to change the light bulbs in the barn. Go to the website yahzmin19904 put on her answer. It has pictures of them on it.
2006-08-08 01:59:22 · answer #2 · answered by devilishblueyes 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Be more specific with what type of bulb. There are 3 types of bulbs it could be.
1. Standard - In which case, simply unscrew.
2. MR16 - Is a small halogen lamp. There is a glass shield which needs to be removed, then just pull. Its socket has just two pins.
3. GU10 - This type is newer and replacing MR16's in a lot of cases. It too has a glass shield that needs to be removed. This type takes a 1/4 turn counter-clockwise to remove.
If you're replacing MR16's or GU10's, make sure you turn the lights off, 'cause once you replace it it'll cook your fingers.
2006-08-08 02:00:03 · answer #3 · answered by Brendan R 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Well, you can always use your handy-dandy, recessed light bulb changer (I'm not kidding!). Yep, they make a special tool just to get up inside those things. Check the link below. Good luck.
2006-08-08 01:53:49 · answer #4 · answered by Yahzmin ♥♥ 4ever 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can get a little rubber suction cap (the bulbs from IKEA come with one in the packet) which you attach to the light and pull. Try B&Q to see if they do them.
2006-08-08 01:53:00 · answer #5 · answered by Roxy 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
There is a specialised sucker you can buy that grips the bulb so you can unscrew them. Most DIY places should do them
2006-08-08 01:53:30 · answer #6 · answered by Stephen H 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Is there a slot in the cover to put a screwdriver into and "ping" them out? It is difficult to tell without seeing them!
Good luck!
2006-08-08 01:53:46 · answer #7 · answered by Rae 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You need a suction cup thingy. I got one along with my lights but one of the suction hook things might do the job.
2006-08-08 01:53:17 · answer #8 · answered by Storm Rider 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
try putting on rubber gloves they will give you more grip and protection from the electric volt when you end up smashimg them to smiverines
2006-08-08 01:53:35 · answer #9 · answered by kathy_madwoman_bates 4 · 0⤊ 1⤋