Spring cleaning offers a perfect chance to remove grime, dust, and dead bugs from your light fixtures. Clean light fixtures complete the look of a home and set living spaces aglow every evening. Here are a few ways to clean different light fixtures.
1. Fixtures With Glass Covers
Examples of these fixtures are glass pendant lights and dome lights. To effectively clean them, remove the glass, and dump any dead bugs or dirt into the trash can. After that, soak the glass covers in warm, soapy water for a few minutes; do not wash them in the dishwasher because of how brittle they can be.
2. Chandeliers
If your chandelier is on the small side and has dangling crystals, you may want to clean it piece by piece on the floor or at the table since this is much easier than trying to clean it from on top of a ladder. Just be sure to take a picture of it with your phone before disassembling the pieces. This way, you won’t have a daunting time putting it back together once you are done cleaning the pieces.
Gently wipe down each piece using a damp microfiber cloth. For best results, it is advisable that you dampen the cloth with a diluted vinegar cleaning solution created by mixing three parts warm water and one part vinegar. Once you are done cleaning the pieces, dry them using a clean cloth.
3. Grimy Light Bulbs
You can easily clean dusty light bulbs with a dry microfiber cloth. However, if they are heavily covered in grime, dampen the cloth before using it to clean them. Once done, let the bulbs dry completely before getting them back on.
4. Recessed Lighting
If you want to spring clean the inside of a recessed light fixture, remove the lightbulb, and then wipe around the sides with a dry microfiber cloth while avoiding the light socket. If the fixture is grimy, dampen your microfiber cloth with a diluted vinegar cleaning solution or water. Use the damp cloth to remove the grime, and then allow the fixture to dry completely before getting the bulb back on.
5. Fabric Lamp Shades
If your fabric lamp shades have gathered lots of dust, gently vacuum them with a soft upholstery attachment. However, a lint roller should suffice if they are not too dusty. Also, check if the bulbs need some cleaning.
Safety First
Before you clean any light fixtures, cut off the current, and wait for at least half an hour so you do not get burned. Besides, if you are spring cleaning higher sconces or ceiling light vanities, ensure your step stool is level, sturdy, and of the right height.
Contact Us Today
When properly cared for, light fixtures can offer unparalleled brilliance. Different fixtures require different cleaning methods. As such, it is important that you understand the technique that will effectively clean the light fixtures in your home. If you are a resident of Lincoln, NE and looking for professional lighting assistance, call Ambition Electric today.
