How to Clean a Light Fixture

It is very important to clean the lamps regularly, which can not only improve the lighting effect, but also prolong the life of the lamps, ensure the safety of electricity use, and beautify the environment.

When you choose Uncle Parrot lamps, it makes your room look more complete and makes your room glow at night. You'll want to keep it looking beautiful. So we made sure that keeping it clean the right way can bask you and your family in its beautiful glow for years to come.

Why do we need to clean the light fixtures?

The main points are as follows:

1. Improve light quality: Frequent cleaning of lamps can remove dirt and stains, make the light brighter and improve light quality.

2. Extend the life of the lamp: If the lamp is not cleaned for a long time, the accumulated dust and stains will affect the heat dissipation of the lamp, resulting in a shortened lamp life.

3. Ensure the safety of the lamps: If the lamps are not cleaned for a long time, dust and stains will accumulate on the wires and plugs, which will increase the potential safety hazards of electricity use.

4. Beautify the environment: Clean lamps can not only improve the lighting effect, but also beautify the environment and make people feel more comfortable.

How to clean the light fixtures?

The cleaning steps are as follows:

1. Turn off the power: Before cleaning the lamps, be sure to turn off the power to avoid electric shock accidents.

2. Disassemble the lamp: if it is a chandelier or wall lamp, it needs to be disassembled first for easy cleaning. If it is a table lamp or a floor lamp, it can be washed directly.

3. Clean the lamps: use a clean cloth or sponge to gently wipe the surface of the lamps. Be careful not to use excessive force as this could scratch the surface of the light fixture or damage the bulb.

4. Clean the lampshade: The lampshade also needs to be cleaned. If it is a glass lampshade, it can be cleaned with clean water. If it is a plastic lampshade, it can be wiped with a soft brush or sponge.

5. Wipe the bulb: Gently wipe the surface of the bulb with a clean cloth or sponge to remove dust and stains. Be careful not to touch the bulb to avoid burning your hands.

6. Install the lamps: Wait until the lamps and shades are dry before installing them back.

What should we pay attention to?

When cleaning lamps and lanterns need to pay attention to the following points:

1. Turn off the power: Before cleaning the lamps, be sure to turn off the power to avoid electric shock accidents.

2. Do not use any cleaning products including vinegar, glass cleaner, furniture polish, soap, metal polish, ammonia, alcohol, solvents of any kind

3. Waterproof measures: If you clean the chandelier or wall lamp, you need to pay attention to waterproof measures to prevent water droplets from flowing into the interior of the lamp.

4. Handle with care: When cleaning lamps and lampshades, handle with care and do not use excessive force, so as not to scratch the surface of the lamp or damage the bulb.

5. Installation precautions: After cleaning the lamps, be sure to wait until the lamps and lampshades are completely dry before installing them back to avoid short circuits.

When you clean your light fixtures, don't forget to clean your ceiling fans as well. Remember, regular dusting will keep your lights looking good between cleanings. Follow these steps and your light fixtures will always shine.