What makes a pendant light right for a high ceiling?

With a high ceiling or a stairwell, an ordinary pendant light can hang too close to the ceiling to make much of an impact, leaving a large, empty space below. The pendant lights in this category have a drop of at least 150 cm, so they hang much lower and fill the space perfectly.

Where do you hang a pendant light like this?

In a stairwell, a long pendant light really comes into its own. In a high hallway or entrance, it instantly creates a luxurious first impression. And in a living room with a high ceiling or an extension with sloping walls, a long pendant light above the dining table or seating area helps balance the proportions of the room, so the space feels less bare.

Which length and shape should you choose?

The higher the space, the longer the drop needs to be. In a stairwell, a pendant with several lights at different heights helps spread the light throughout the space. Above a dining table, however, the height should remain around 80 to 100 cm above the tabletop, even if you have a high ceiling. The extra length is simply used to bridge the gap between the ceiling and the table. Most cords and chains can be shortened, so you can adjust the pendant to suit your space rather than having to use the full length. In a stairwell, make sure the light is still easy to reach when you need to change the bulb.

Which light source suits these pendant lights?

Most of these pendant lights are fitted with an E27 lampholder, while smaller models have a G9 lampholder. Choose warm white light (around 2700K) for a cosy atmosphere. If you'd rather not have to climb up too often to reach the light in a stairwell, choose a model with integrated LED. The LED lasts for years. The exact bulb fitting you need is always listed in the product details.

Buying pendant lights for high ceilings at LumenXL

From atmospheric fabric shades and glass globes to calm wabi-sabi models, there's a light for every style to fill a high space. Order before 14:00 for next day dispatch.