Remove the recessed light fixture.
Removing recessed ceiling light fittings.
Inside the recessed light are four black clips that hold the fixture into the ceiling and each clip has a small slot.
You should see the light socket at the top of the well.
Using the flathead screwdriver or razor knife loosen the paint by moving around the metal collar where it attaches to the ceiling.
Squeeze the side spring clips to remove the light housing.
This will release the clip and allow the recessed light fixture to be removed from the ceiling.
Reach into the recessed light housing and grab one of the coil springs.
Insert a flathead screwdriver into the slot and push up toward the ceiling.
Some recessed led light fixtures can be pulled directly out of the ceiling.
Lift the spring upward then unhook it from its slot in the housing.
Remove the light bulb cover and bulbs from the fixture.
Unscrew the screws or nuts holding the fixture base to the ceiling box.
Do this with all the springs.
Press your fingers against these tabs and rotate counterclockwise.
Remove the old trim from the outer ring of the housing.
Modern recessed halogen lights often have a plastic collar with three tabs.
Adjust the rear plate in the housing by loosening the wing nut that allows the adjustment.
Unscrew the old bulb from the recessed lighting housing.