Not off topic at all. The sagging also needs to be addressed when repairing the holes. I think its due to the softness and pliability of the vinyl when subject to the pressure of the fixture corners when screwed tight.
What I did was use a flat razor blade paint scraper to cut off the protrusion. But that leaves a bare spot under the protrusion I cut off. I think that can be addressed with some touch up paint.
My plan at this point is to look for a vinyl patch kit that might work. I will also be cutting out a 3.5" hole for some "
puck lights." I'll then have a round piece of the ceiling I may be able to peal up the vinyl with a heat gun and use some small pieces to glue over the holes. I'll also have a sample I can take to the paint store and have them match the color for some touch-up paint. One could also try to cut and peal off a piece of the vinyl in a hidden spot in a cupboard ceiling where it wouldn't be seen.
I'll keep this thread updated with my attempts.
Tom
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Originally Posted by Tom N3EQF
I don't have help for your question, but the picture you posted where the old light fixture was removed shows something that drives me crazy in my 27K Windsport...
Notice where the rounded corners of the old light fixture left the vinyl ceiling with a crease, where they vinyl is sagging below whatever it was glued to? I see this on my ceiling next to anything screwed into it, like the A/C vents, skylight, and light fixtures for example. It's not a new symptom; been like this from the first day.
I have thought about injecting some glue into these areas with a needle but seems like I'd have to apply pressure to hold the vinyl tight against the ceiling while it's drying. A lot of work, and not sure if it would work anyway.
Sorry to go slightly off-topic.
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