On Tuesday, October 16, 2012 12:36:27 PM UTC+1, Malcolm G wrote:
On 16/10/2012 11:44, fred wrote:

We have about 10 lights using these GU10 bulbs. They have to be twisted to remove. Problem is the only ones we can find are flush with the surface of the ceiling fitting. Original GE bulbs had small raised studs on the circumference of the glass surface. These aided the removal. Latest version has completely flat surface. Nothing to grip to help in twisting the bulb in its holder. Solution offered (Solution ? Dont make me laugh) is a suction cup, such as is found in a kiddies bow and arrow set, which is utterly useless. Now removing the bulb is a major operation involving pulling the whole fitting out of the ceiling.



I can well imagine the right suction cup working - given that we use

them here from time to time to lift floor panels which are not exactly

light weight.



Amazon sell this one specifically for GU10 removal

http://www.amazon.co.uk/Wolfcraft-54.../dp/B0027J282A

and there seem to be lots of other ones out there.

That looks like the db. Found one a bit cheaper of flea bay. If the rubber gloves previously suggested don't do the trick I'll try one of these.

Many thanks to all for their suggestions