Pendant light fixtures have gained popularity over the last few years. After all, these types of lighting set-up do not only provide ample light to a specific area, but they also lend a certain aesthetic. Given proper research and ample deliberation, these fixtures can be a cost-effective way to decorate and ramp up your home’s decor game.
With that being said, pendant light fixtures require a couple of considerations. It is, after all, a decorative lighting piece that has to be hoisted up in chains or through a rod.
Interested in getting one for your home but unsure on where to start? Below are the three main concerns you and your family should mull over before getting the pendant light fixture you have been eyeing:
Figure Out a Working Budget
There are many types of pendant light fixtures for you to choose from. Like with any home improvement project, there are affordable and luxurious options. However, before scoping out the lighting options available to you, it is best to figure out a budget that you can work with. Doing so would save you time and disappointment.
Consider the Scale and Style of the Room
It is very tempting to purchase the prettiest, shiniest and biggest pendant lighting fixture you can find. However, aesthetically, these lighting options only work if it jives well with the entire space. A sparkly disco ball of a light feature would not look great in a rustic area. Likewise, a fixture the size of a fridge would not look right if you only have limited space.
Decide on Where to Place the Fixture
In general, hanging fixtures is ideally installed around 30 inches above the area that they would light. It should be around 60 inches from the floor for optimum usage. Most pendant lighting features are used above kitchen counters. However, they can also be used above bedside tables, breakfast nooks and study tables. It is all a matter of doing your research and considering the area in which you want to put lighting.
A pendant lighting fixture might just be what you need to amp up your space. What are you waiting for? Start the search now.
