The Right Size and Positioning of Pendant Lights

Determining the right size for a lamp in your space can be challenging. Fortunately, there are a few guidelines that can help you choose the appropriate size, depending on the type of lighting you need.

Lamp Size

For a table where one or more pendant lights are being installed, it's generally recommended to choose a fixture with a maximum width of 50% of the table's total width. This ensures that the light creates a pleasant illumination pattern on the table without feeling too large. Ideally, the width of the lamp should be between 1/2 and 2/3 of the table width.

For example, if your table is 100 cm wide, you can opt for a lamp with a maximum width of 50 cm. The lamp should not be smaller than approximately 30 cm (around 1/3 of the table width).

If a single lamp doesn't achieve the desired size, you can use multiple lamps. The total width of the arrangement should still be between 1/2 and 2/3 of the table's width.
  • De juiste grootte van de hanglamp kap

    The width of the lamp should be at least one-third and at most one-half of the width of the table.

Spacing Between Individual Lamps

If you're hanging multiple similar lamps, a general rule of thumb for spacing is to leave a distance between them that is approximately equal to the diameter or width of one lamp. Of course, you can adjust this spacing to achieve a different look if desired.

  • The distance between the lights should be approximately equal to the diameter of the lamp.

Lamp Height

As a rule of thumb, a pendant light should hang about 75 cm to 85 cm above the tabletop, assuming a standard ceiling height of 2.3 m to 2.8 m. If your ceiling is significantly higher, you can hang the light slightly higher, but try to limit the height to a maximum of 90 cm above the tabletop to maintain a cohesive connection between the table and the lamp.

You can use these tips to customize your own lamp from Noord See Lights to suit your preferences. If you have any more questions, feel free to contact us.

  • De juiste hoogte voor een hanglamp

    The ideal distance between the lamp and the tabletop is between 75 and 85 cm, ensuring balanced light and a harmonious look.

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