How to Hang Lights the Right Way

From placement to spacing, we'll give you the 101 on all things lighting.

Pendants

When hanging island pendants, leave about 30–32" from the island countertop to the bottom of your fixture, and space each pendant about 30" apart.

Linear

For linear island lights, go with a fixture with a length that does not exceed 2/3 of the island. For a very long island, consider two linear lights if your electrical situation allows it.

Chandeliers

Keep 36" between the table and the chandelier's lowest-hanging point. For a rectangular table, the ideal width is 6" less than all edges of the table.

Pendants

For round tables, compare the diameters of the table and the fixture to ensure the fixture is positioned 12–18" in from the table’s edge.

Ceiling Under 10 ft

Hang your light fixture with a seven-foot to 7.5-foot clearance below for comfortable headroom and a balanced look.

Ceiling Over 10 ft

Add the room’s length + width (in feet) to estimate fixture diameter (in inches). Hang the fixture about one-third down from the ceiling.

Wall Sconces

Hang plug-in sconces 55–60" from the floor and place one on each side of the bed for balanced lighting.

Beside Pendant

Hang at seated head height. Shade at or just above eye level.
Bottom of shade: 42” from floor.

Wall Sconces

Mount sconces about 28” apart. Place them just left and right of the mirror. Sconce midpoint: 60–65” from floor.

Wall Sconces

For entryways, mount wall sconces 60–65" from the floor. For very tall ceilings, hang them slightly higher.

Pendants

Hang pendants with 84" of floor clearance.
Fixture size = room length + width (in), for visual balance.

  • Hot Sales

Blog

View more

Shopping Cart

🎉 You're eligible for free shipping!

loading