Allow the adhesive to dry completely and remove the clamps. Remove the Glass Cover. Pin On Kitchens Place your fingertips on your dominant hand firmly against the covers surface. How to remove recessed light cover . Pull the recessed fixture from the ceiling until you expose the junction box attached to the end of the fixture. In some recessed light models the clear piece will twist off. Wear safety goggles to. Do this with all the springs. PlayPause SPACE Step 2. Slide that little metal thingamajig sticking out of the top of the lamp sideways. Step down from the ladder and get the new light bulb. The circular perimeter and the clear piece that allows light to filter through. Reach into the recessed light housing and grab one of the coil springs. You can then remove the tape and finish taking the bulb out by hand. Once you install a wraparound cover replacement or have finished replacing fluorescent light bulbs secure one long side of the light cover over...