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TEN HANDY TIPS TO PROPERLY LIGHT YOUR HOME
Choose a chandelier whose width is at least half the smallest diameter of your table, and no larger than the smallest diameter of your table less 12". Heavy or bulky chandeliers can be on the small side. Light and airy chandeliers should be on the large size. Over-sizing adds grandeur to the area.
Rectangular or oval shaped chandeliers should not be longer than 2/3 the size of the longest table dimension.
Hang a chandelier 30" to 36" from the top of the table to the bottom of the chandelier; for ceilings more than eight feet high, raise the chandelier 3" for each additional foot of ceiling height.
In a foyer, hang chandeliers or pendants with the bottom at least 6" higher than the door height. If the door has a window over it, center the light in the window.
To select the right size ceiling medallion, choose one with a diameter that is slightly larger than the diameter of the chandelier. The medallion will appear smaller when installed on the ceiling; the higher the ceiling, the larger the medallion.
Position reading lamps with the bottom of the shade at eye level when seated.
Place tall lamps to the right or left behind the reading area.
Prevent glare by using more than one source of light for task lighting.
Position a desk lamp on the side opposite your writing hand to eliminate shadows; the bottom of the shade should not be above eye level.
Hang wall fixtures about 60" above the floor to put them about eye level.
