Choosing a Kitchen Pendant Light A general rule: The larger the area you want to light, the bigger the pendant light should be. A small pendant light is effective over a sink or desk area. Cluster small pendants or choose a pendant with three or more lights over a dining room table or kitchen island.Click to see full answer. Then, how do I choose a pendant light for my bedroom?For bedrooms, open foyers, and living rooms keep at least 7 feet clearance from the pendant lights to the floor. For an 8-foot ceiling, you can achieve the general lighting requirements and clearance for the room by using a low-profile flush-mount.Subsequently, question is, are pendant lights going out of style? Yes, but that’s the beauty of pendant lights. While certain styles, shapes and designs will go out of style, there really is no limit as to the different designs that can be created. The chandelier has been around for hundreds of years because the hanging or suspended light is the best option in certain spaces. Accordingly, how big should my pendant lights be? The general rule of thumb is that your pendant should be 30-36” above the height of the counter or table. So sit at your counter or bar and see where your eyes hit, that will most likely be your measurement. Another rule of thumb is 60-66” above the floor.How big should my island pendants be?Space a pendant every 2 feet or so above a kitchen island and pick the right size of pendant to suit your island length. Small islands (4 to 5 feet long) can handle 1 large or 2 medium pendants. Large islands (6 feet and longer) can handle 2 large or 3 medium pendants. Using 3 pendants is very pleasing to the eye.
