{"product_id":"6-inches-light-canopy-kit-with-heavy-duty-replacement-ceilin","title":"6 Inches Light Canopy Kit with Heavy Duty Replacement Ceiling Cover Plate \u0026 Mounting","description":"\u003ch1\u003e6-Inch Brass Ceiling Canopy Kit for Pendant and Chandelier Mounting\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 6-inch brass ceiling canopy kit is for anyone converting a plug-in pendant to a hardwired fixture, replacing a damaged canopy, or hanging a heavy chandelier from an existing ceiling box. It is the mounting hardware only: a steel canopy in brass finish, crossbar, threaded rod, collar loop, quick link, ground wire, and screws.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eAt six inches it is wider than the common five-inch plate, which matters twice over: more load capacity and enough diameter to cover a standard electrical box without a gap. The kit is rated for fixtures up to 60 lbs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSpecifications\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e6\" diameter canopy; thread size M10 — check thread compatibility before ordering\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterials\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSteel canopy with brass finish; rated to carry fixtures up to 60 lbs\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLight Source\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable — mounting kit only, no socket or bulb included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor Temperature\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable — no light source included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimming\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable — no light source included\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePower Method\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHardwired ceiling mount kit (also used to convert a plug-in fixture to a junction box install)\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eVoltage\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e110–120V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSwitch\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot applicable — controlled by the existing wall switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIP Rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot rated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCertifications\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColor Options\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eNet Weight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNot specified\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eProduct Schema\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e\n{\n  \"@context\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/\",\n  \"@type\": \"Product\",\n  \"name\": \"6\\\" Brass Ceiling Canopy Kit, Heavy-Duty Steel Mounting Plate\",\n  \"description\": \"This 6-inch brass ceiling canopy kit is for anyone converting a plug-in pendant to a hardwired fixture, replacing a damaged canopy, or hanging a heavy chandelier from an existing ceiling box. It is the mounting hardware only: a steel canopy in brass finish, crossbar, threaded rod, collar loop, quick link, ground wire, and screws. At six inches it is wider than the common five-inch plate, which matters twice over: more load capacity and enough diameter to cover a standard electrical box without a\",\n  \"image\": \"https:\/\/www.lightexp.com\/cdn\/images\/B0D912NFMF.jpg\",\n  \"sku\": \"B0D912NFMF\",\n  \"brand\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Brand\",\n    \"name\": \"LIGHTEXP\"\n  },\n  \"offers\": {\n    \"@type\": \"Offer\",\n    \"url\": \"https:\/\/www.lightexp.com\/products\/brass-ceiling-canopy-kit\",\n    \"priceCurrency\": \"USD\",\n    \"price\": \"25.99\",\n    \"availability\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/InStock\",\n    \"itemCondition\": \"https:\/\/schema.org\/NewCondition\"\n  },\n  \"aggregateRating\": {\n    \"@type\": \"AggregateRating\",\n    \"ratingValue\": \"4.8\",\n    \"reviewCount\": \"127\"\n  }\n}\n\u003c\/script\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eDesign Story\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe six-inch diameter is the specification that does the most work here. A larger plate spreads the cantilevered load of a hanging fixture across a wider crossbar bearing surface, which is why the kit is rated to 60 lbs rather than the lower figures typical of smaller canopies.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe collar loop is the part worth understanding. It lets a fixture that hangs from a chain or a threaded pole attach to the canopy properly, rather than looping the chain over the crossbar — the usual shortcut, and the one that leaves the load on a part never designed to carry it. The threaded rod and matching loop then take the fixture weight down the centre line.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe canopy is finished in brass with no visible side screws, so the plate reads as a clean disc once installed. The steel underneath is treated for rust resistance, which matters in the kitchens and bathrooms where pendants are most often mounted. LIGHTEXP supplies the full hardware set, including the ground wire, so the kit covers a code-correct installation rather than a decorative cover.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere It Works Best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eConverting a plug-in pendant to a hardwired fixture.\u003c\/strong\u003e This is the most common use: you have a cord-and-plug pendant you like and a ceiling box where it should hang. Mount the crossbar to the box, bring the cord through the canopy and threaded rod, wire it to the house feed, and the fixture becomes a permanent installation with the cord gone. Brass suits farmhouse, industrial, and vintage rooms alike. Wiring and mounting steps are covered in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.lightexp.com\/blogs\/lighting-guides\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eLighting Design Guides\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHanging a heavy chandelier or a large pendant.\u003c\/strong\u003e Where a fixture approaches 40 to 60 lbs, a five-inch plate and its crossbar are working near their limit. The six-inch canopy and heavy-duty crossbar give a wider bearing surface and a higher rating, and the collar loop takes a chain or pole properly. Check the thread is M10 before ordering, since that dimension decides whether the rod fits your fixture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eReplacing a tired or mismatched canopy.\u003c\/strong\u003e Swapping the plate is the cheapest way to make an existing fixture look deliberate: an old white or chrome canopy under a brass pendant is the detail that dates a room. The kit also works as a decorative ceiling hook for a lantern or a hanging plant basket where no fixture is involved. Ceiling plate and hook ideas are shown in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.lightexp.com\/blogs\/inspiration\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eDesign Inspiration \u0026amp; Ideas\u003c\/a\u003e, and pendants to hang from it are in the \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/www.lightexp.com\/collections\/all\" rel=\"noopener\"\u003eFull Lighting Collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently Asked Questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat does mounting the canopy involve, and what tools are needed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe kit mounts to a standard ceiling electrical box: fix the crossbar, feed the threaded rod and collar loop, wire the fixture leads to the house wiring with the supplied ground wire, then raise the canopy and secure it. A screwdriver, wire strippers, and a voltage tester cover the job, and instructions and hardware are included. It suits flat, sloped, and vaulted ceilings.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eDoes the kit include a socket or bulb?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eNone — this is a mounting kit with no socket and no bulb. It carries whatever fixture you hang from it, so bulb type and dimming are decided by the pendant or chandelier you attach, not by the canopy.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow do I know the canopy fits my ceiling box?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThe canopy is 6 inches in diameter, wide enough to cover a standard ceiling box and most oversized openings left by an older fixture. The dimension to check before ordering is the thread: the rod is M10, so confirm your fixture accepts that thread size.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow should I clean and care for the canopy?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDust the brass finish with a dry microfibre cloth and avoid solvent sprays or abrasive pads, which can break down the treated surface. Check once a year that the canopy sits flush and that the collar loop and quick link are still tight, particularly on a heavy fixture.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhen will the canopy kit ship, and how is it packed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eOrders are processed within 3–5 business days and standard delivery takes 7–15 business days, shipped in protective foam-in-box packaging with tracking provided. The canopy is cushioned separately so the brass finish is not scuffed by the crossbar and rod in transit.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eWhat is the return policy on the canopy kit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eReturns are accepted within 30 days on unused items in original packaging. The 24-month warranty covers structural components, including the canopy, crossbar, threaded rod, collar loop, and quick link, against defects in materials and workmanship.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"LightExp","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53500389425519,"sku":"B0D912NFMF","price":47.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0995\/3466\/8143\/files\/71tQTu9d7ZL.jpg?v=1789876611","url":"https:\/\/lightexp.com\/products\/6-inches-light-canopy-kit-with-heavy-duty-replacement-ceilin","provider":"LightExp","version":"1.0","type":"link"}