How to make a plumbing pipe chandelier

Step 1

Base of construction

Attach the 6” galvanized metal threaded nipple to the flange. Once secure, screw the metal tee into the top of the 6" threaded nipple.

Pro Tip

Protect your hands with carpenter gloves..

Step 2

Attach Horizontal Arms

Screw 3” galvanized metal threaded nipples into each end of the tee. Thread the elbows with the curved side pointing up onto each of the threaded nipples.

Step 3

Attach the vertical arms

Attach the 1 in. threaded nipples. At all three tee openings, then attach the tee to the elbow with the tee pointing toward the center of the chandelier.

Stage 4

Add the elbows to the vertical arms

Add the elbows to the tees with the curved sides pointing up.

Step 5

Place the candle holder

Thread the 4” galvanized metal threaded nipple into the elbow. Place the taper on top of the nipple.

Step 6

Create a more finished look with bushings

For an added layer of visual interest, consider screwing metal bushings to the tops of 4" threaded nipples intended to hold candles.