The width of a Dining-Room-Chandelier should be at least ½ of the width of the table but no larger than 1 foot smaller than the width of the table. For example: If your table is 48 inches wide your chandelier should be between 24 inches and 36 inches wide.

If the manufacturer has labeled the chandelier for 40 watts that is the maximum wattage that is recommended, more wattage may damage the fixture.

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If your ceiling is 8 feet high the bottom of the chandelier should be 30 inches above the table. For a higher ceiling the chandelier may be raised 3 inches for every foot of ceiling height above 8 feet. For example for a 10 foot ceiling the proper height would be 36 inches (30+6).

For an arm chandelier, where the bulbs will be visible, 25 watts per socket would be adequate dining light and not too glaring. Shades can also be used to hide the bulbs, but you should not use over 40 watt per socket or the shades may burn. If you have a chandelier where the bulb is not visible, you can use the recommended maximum wattage for the fixture. Always install a dimmer switch in order to lower the lights for dining. Other ideas to bring elegance to your room is to add another layer of light by installing low voltage lights on either side of the chandelier, use wall sconces, buffet lamps, or torchieres.

A chandelier that is hung in a foyer should have the bottom at least 8 feet above the floor. If the ceiling is very high the chandelier may be hung higher than 8 feet. If there is a window above the door thru which the chandelier will be seen from the outside, the chandelier should be hung centered in relation to the window.

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A chandelier should be chosen based on the width of the foyer, the ceiling height and any architectural details, such as double doors, or a window above the door. A general rule is the chandelier width should be at least the same size in inches as the diagonal measurement of the room in feet.

A chandelier weighing 50 lbs or more can not be safely hung from just the junction box. It should also be attached to a joist or beam.

Most chandelier under 50 lbs can hang from a metal junction box. However, any chandelier that weighs over 50 pounds needs additional support.

Pendants or fixtures that hang above the island or bar should be high enough so that all members of the household can look across the island or bar without being obstructed by the hung fixtures. Generally the pendants are hung 6 feet above the floor.

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