I am trying to change the light-bulbs in my kitchen ceiling light, I'm just unsure how to do it with this one without accidentally tearing it out of the ceiling.
Does anyone know how to unfasten this fixture, as well as what make it is?
Trying to change a lightbulb out of a ceiling fixture
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If you don't want to get an 20' extension ladder (which can be very difficult to transport home from the store), then you can get one of the Little Giant or Werner multi-ladders:
Or you can get the werner folding ladder:
But, a good ladder will pay off in more ways than just this - cleaning gutters, etc.
These type of boxes usually have 1 or 2 screws going through the bottom into a steel bar that spans between ceiling joists.
I think you are correct that this box is not properly supported.
If you have access from above, you can put a support (2x lumber) across to each joist and then screw through the box into the support.
Options from below only would involve removing the existing box and using one of several replacement boxes. Removing the existing box will involve turning off the power and prying the electrical cable loose from its strain relief. From the looks of the box, it should pull down. Fixture weight will determine which one to use.
The heaviest duty box is one rated for ceiling fans. It uses expandable threaded supports that wedge against the joists side to side. This box would be rated up to 50lbs.
An old work round plastic box has three retractable wings that clamp the box against the drywall. This box is suitable for lighter fixtures, perhaps up to 10lbs. It is very dependant on intact and unbroken drywall for best performance.
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See that dimple in the third photo? I' guessing that there are three or four of them. They engage with slots in the other half of the housing.
Rotate the lower portion counter-clockwise roughly as far as the dimple is long and it should come down. You may have to align the screws on top with their slots as well. Loosen the set screw to avoid scratches.