How To Determine Size Of Dining Room Light Fixture

3 steps to size a dining room chandelier.

How to determine size of dining room light fixture.

Our step by step guide will help you determine the general sizing and placement of a chandelier for your dining room kitchen or breakfast nook based on the size of your room living space or your furniture. The american lighting association recommends sizing a chandelier 12. 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. Measure your dining room table.

The right size central fixture will help determine what supplementary lighting you need. If you plan on installing a light fixture with a ceiling fan attached the size of the room will also be a determining factor in choosing a fan with the appropriate blade dimensions. Multiply the height by 2 5 to 3 per foot. The answer in inches should equal the diameter of the fixture.

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. So if your room measures 10 x 14 the diameter of the fixture should be about 24. Here are a few more quick guidelines to help. You can also use these measurements in other areas of your home some with special considerations.

To determine the height of a light fixture that s best for your space.