We have this problem with fan lights and the light in the oven. Smear a coat of vaseline onto the threads, wipe it off with a paper towel leaving just enough lubricant so it is easy to open/remove the next time. I assume my problem is that I use lights with a higher wattage than is recommended - can't abide a dark room. Also works great for bottles of glue to keep the caps east to remove.
This is the second or third time a bulb burned out in this ceiling fan light fixture and has had this problem. When I try to unscrew the bulb the base breaks off the glass part of the bulb. The base seems to be corroded and does not easily unscrew. I've had to use needle nose pliers to take it out. That only works by twisting the base so much that it's really deformed from the pliers.
Is there something I can either apply to the base of the bulb or the inside of the socket before I replace the bulb to make it turn in more smoothly?
The bulbs that are in there now are the flame look, not a regular shape. Maybe the bulbs aren't as strong as a GE or other name brand? But what is the cause and solution? Maybe replacing all the bulbs would be a good start?
Nancy
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