My chandelier in my kitchen is a focal point. It’s the first thing you see when you enter. Why? Because it’s massive. The height of how high or low you hang your chandelier is important. If you hang it to low it will make the space to stuffy and it will make the space feel closed in. If you hang it to high it will get lost and it will not relate to the table.

Having a chandelier this size you have to hang it at the appropriate height.  The proportion to my table and space has to compliment each other.. The general rule for hanging a chandelier in your dining space is typically between 30-36 inches. If you have 8ft ceilings. Those numbers, not all people agree.  I purchase this chandelier from Goodwill 5 years ago for only $14.99. I couldn’t get it in my cart fast enough. I knew it was perfect for this space.

 

When hanging my light fixture I determined the width by measuring the length and width by (feet) of my space where I hanged it. Then I added 2 measurements. The number you come up with is in inches. That’s how I determine the width of my light fixure.

 

Because of the different numbers and all the rules on how to hang your chandelier. I decided to hang mine around 42in from the bottom of the light fixture to the table top. So far no issues. If you  have trouble hanging your new light fixture please consult with an electrical expert.

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