Warning
Always handle fluorescent light bulbs carefully since they contain small amounts of hazardous mercury.
Fluorescent bulbs should never be disposed of in your household waste or curbside recycling.
Instead, they should be recycled at an approved recycling facility for household hazardous waste in your area.
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However, these plastic covers arent known for being very attractive, often coming in a simple frosted look.
Luckily, this standard cover can be easily replaced.
Want more design inspiration?
Try incorporating lamps, wall sconces, pendant lights, and more.
It only requires four wire connections and can be tackled in less than 30 minutes.
It does require some technical know-how, so don’t hesitate to bring in a professional electrician if needed.
Add Trim for Architectural Interest
Fluorescent tube lighting can have a cold, industrial feel.
Combat this commercial look by adding trim orcrown moldingaround the fixture in the same color as your ceiling.
This will give the light a more decorative look at a fraction of the cost of replacing it.
Replace the Light Fixture
Are you ready to ditch the tube lighting entirely?
Replacing the entire fixture is the best option.
For example, trim and crown molding can be installed to add architectural interest inside and outside the box.
Some homeowners addLED strip lightingaround the edges of the old lightbox for some added indirect light.
The sky is the limit.
