To clean track lighting fixtures, first disconnect any electrical supply to the track lighting system to prevent shock. Then, remove any light bulbs or covers and use a damp cloth or sponge to gently wipe away dirt or grime.
To clean outdoor lights, start by turning off the power supply and allowing the fixtures to dry before turning them back on. Use soap and water instead of chemical cleaners. Remove the light bulb.
To clean oxidized outdoor light fixtures, follow these 8 steps:
- Turn off the power to the light fixture.
- Remove the track head that is not working.
- Use a large soft bristled brush to remove loose debris or dirt from the track system.
- Use a lightly dampened washcloth or pre-moistened cleaning wipes to remove larger amounts of debris.
- Use a duster or vacuum with a delicate brush connection for hard-to-reach items.
- Use a damp cloth to clean the outside, paying special attention to the top of the fixture.
- Clean metal light fixtures using a soft piece of clothing with dish soap or mild detergent. Avoid scrubbing metal parts using abrasive items like steel wool.
- Make a dish soap and water cocktail by mixing a drop of dish soap with warm water and dipping a microfiber cloth into the solution.
- Clean the lights by rubbing lemon juice on small spots or making a paste with lemon juice, salt, and cornstarch. Rinse with mild soap and water.
- Wipe every light bulb one by one to remove any accumulated debris. Mix warm water with a few drops of mild dish soap to create a cleaning solution.
In summary, cleaning track lighting fixtures involves disconnecting the power supply, removing any loose debris, using a damp cloth, and following safety protocols.
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The coating over them is some kind of clear enamel thing, which is a plastic type material or something, like all plastic type things is discolours from the sunlight. What your nail polish remover did, is it actually removed the top layer of this plastic material that is discoloured, so now it will keep working until it discolours against after another year maybe. Yes, your method can extend it’s life many times, there is enough of the clear plastic stuff over the panel to probably clean in 10 separate times before it’s right down to the panel element things.
…OR, Times have changed!!! I will tell you how to clean off that chalky coating without any physical labor OR energy in 4 seconds or less… no rubbing, no buffing, no wiping… go to your local hardware store pick up a spray can of Rust-Oleum lacquer. A quick spritz and the chalkiness is GONE!! All done!!! That spray can will ‘out-live’ the rechargeable batteries in the solar light! You can use it over and over and over… you get the idea!!! You’ll thank me in the morning!!!
I have seen, and really liked the results of using 400 then 2000 grit wet sandpaper, and spraying them with super clear gloss spraypaint. However, the method you’re showing/using is nearly the same principle. You’re removing the original, (now faded clearcoat), and re-coating it with polish instead of spraypaint, and the polish may even work better as 2 coats would equal 3-4 or more of spray. But… I do have to agree that acetone in polish remover is not really good for the plastic,. So I would suggest getting the blue painters tape from the dollar store and put a piece on each of the 4 sides of the solar to protect the plastic from the acetone. Remember, nail polish remover (containing acetone) is one of most used chemicals in paint strippers, but it can/is also used by itself in pure form to “weld” plastics together. It’ll actually soften the plastic of the 2 pieces and “melt” them together as it evaporates creating a nice strong “weld”. Heavier chemicals are also used or mixed, but either way it’s prob not great to have it drip on the plastic, at min it’ll weaken it a bit each time. Blue painters tape will help keep it off the plastic, and will help prevent it from bleeding under like it would with say masking tape. (Granted the dollar store kind isn’t perfect) But it’ll def help save your plastic from getting brittle. And you can use it to cover the panel and spray the plastic with spraypaint, either clear, or black, or even match your house, etc… Great Job though!! Awesome!
Thank you for the advice I’ve been trying every thing from acetone to clr to clean the solar lights in the yard wow who would have thought finger nail polish remover would work an then clear finger nail polish to make um stay clean. Better than painting our finger nails. Now I know it works thank you.
I am having an issue with this bulb. When I pulled out the burnt-out bulb, the pins stayed in. After shutting off the breaker, I tried to pull the pins out with pliers but they are absolutely stuck, almost as if they have been fused to the inside of the socket. I thought maybe i was doing something wrong, so i decided to remove a healthy bulb on the same track to see how it should look. I cannot get this bulb out at all. No amount of pulling or twisting in either direction will move it at all. Note: these bulbs were put in place in 2005 when we built the house and we’ve never had to replace one before now, which is honestly amazing. I know this is an old article but i hope you’re still reading comments. Have you ever experienced anything similar? Edit: After working with it further, I realized there are screws that must be loosened to get the bulbs out, then tightened after you get the new bulb in. I wanted to post this update in case anyone was having a similar problem ☺️
I used a small straight screwdriver without bending it. When replacing the lamp, it is much easier if you are looking down at the socket – it’s a lot easier than pushing up – just like replacing the wheel on a bike. Changing from the halogen to the LED cut the electrical demand on the transformer, which had been overheating.