Dim for romantic dinners or bright for helping the kids do their homework.
Chandelier for round dining room table.
For smaller ones lean more visually heavy.
As a general rule the bottom of the fixture should hang between 30 and 36 from the tabletop.
How can i create balanced light in my dining room.
Center of attention be sure that the chandelier is centered over the table and not in the middle of the room.
Typically it is suggested that your chandelier hang 32 36 inches above the table surface making any needed adjustments to suit your particular needs.
Now convert this number to inches.
For your ceiling higher than 8 hang the chandelier a little higher.
The best way to achieve this is to select a fixture that s diameter is somewhere between half and three quarters the diameter or width of the tabletop.
A lone chandelier or pendant rarely achieves adequate lighting in any room.
Typically you should leave at least 6 from the edge of the table to avoid bumping heads on the fixture.
However for round or rectangular fixtures the length should be at least one half but not more than two thirds the length of your table.
The second way is to select a chandelier that is three quarters the width of your dining table.
This applies regardless of the shape of the chandelier.
Its openwork metal design features a shimmering chrome finish for a glamorous look while its tubular bulbs included round out the look in upscale style.
It comes with 6 feet of chain making it perfect to hang it over the entryway or dining room table.
For example if the dining room table was 48 wide x 60 long the chandelier that is 24 to 36 in diameter would be an appropriate size to compliment the table.
The dining room is not just for eating it s a multi functional space used for homework paying bills playing games and other tasks.
A dining room chandelier over a dining table should use a dimmer switch to offer your space versatility.
If you have a hutch or sideboard against one wall as most people do your table will likely be placed slightly off center in the room and everything will look off kilter if the chandelier hangs exactly dead center.
I think it s a no go for my house because it s just not the finish i m looking for but i wanted to share because i think it would be gorgeous in the right space.
For example if your dining room is 10 x 18 a chandelier with a 28 diameter or width is the best fit for your space.
The scale of your light fixture depends on the size of your space if your room is small 10 x10 you ll want to stay under 20 in diameter with your light fixture.
A fixture that is too large can overwhelm your space.
Visual density is important when selecting your chandelier.
When installing dining room chandeliers hang them high enough to provide proper clearance for your guests.