After disconnecting the power source.
I have had success in the past (after breaking the lamp bulb and using a needle nosed pliers to fold the bulb base down so it vcan be unscrewed. Then I have polished the socket threads with an abrasive material. There synthetic abrasive sponges now available (i used steel wool back then - but since the steel is conductive one MUST be certain all the fuzzy metal fibers are cleaned off). Clean the threaded areas with a clean rag and alcohol. You can use a light metal polish to smooth the surface. The new bulb will screw into the socket effortlessly and will be easy to remove years later in the bulbs life.
Ray
-------- Original message --------Date:10/03/2016 8:55 AM (GMT-05:00)Subject: [DIY] Loose sockets in lamps
As we replace the bulbs in these old light fixtures the socket comes loose about half the time. I guess the bulbs have been in so long they've corroded so won't unscrew. Can those be repaired, short of calling an electrician? One hanging light fixture has 8 globes and so far only one bulb has come out like it should. I'm not sure these are as antique as the previous owner stated but still, they are old and beautiful.
Posted by: ray <dataman@daeo.net>
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