How to Remove a Canopy From a Chandelier Cord

The canopy of a chandelier is the portion that covers the mounting bracket and electrical components. The canopy sits flush against the ceiling, and is usually held in place with screws. The canopy has a hole in the middle through which the chandelier's wiring and chain go to meet the electrical box and mounting bracket. To remove the canopy from the chain, you must remove the chandelier from the ceiling.

Screwdriver
Assistant (optional)

Instructions

- 1
  Turn off the light switch that controls the chandelier, and then turn off the electrical power to that area at the breaker box. Let the lights on the chandelier cool before handling it.
- 2
  Unscrew the screws that hold the canopy in place against the ceiling. Lower the canopy gently down the chain and rest it on the chandelier. Set the screws aside.
- 3
  Remove the wire nut covers over the white and black wires. Unscrew the wires and disconnect them. Loosen the ground wire screw and disconnect the wire.
- 4
  Turn the nipple in the mounting bracket to unscrew it. This will disconnect the chandelier from the ceiling, so have an assistant guide the chandelier to the floor if it is too heavy for you. Slide the canopy up the length of the chain, and then pull the nipple through the opening in the middle of the canopy to remove it completely.

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