How to Determine the Size of a Chandelier

How to Select the Appropriate Diameter for Your Chandelier

When sizing a chandelier for the center of your room, a straightforward guideline can be followed. Begin by adding the room's length and width in feet. Convert this total into inches to find the recommended diameter for your chandelier.

For example:

• Room Length = 25ft
• Room Width = 16ft
• Chandelier Diameter = 25 + 16 = 41ft
• Converted Diameter = 41-inch diameter chandelier

Although you may not find a chandelier that matches the suggested diameter exactly, this formula serves as a useful reference to help you identify what may appear too small or excessively large in your space. Numerous lighting manufacturers offer chandeliers and pendants in various sizes to help you achieve the desired aesthetic for your room.

How to Choose the Appropriate Height for Your Chandelier

As a general guideline, the height of your chandelier should increase with the height of your ceilings. The key measurement to consider is the distance from the floor to the bottom of the chandelier. You want to avoid the inconvenience of hitting your head on a light fixture while moving through the room!

To calculate the recommended height of your chandelier in centimeters, multiply the height of your ceiling by 6.5 to 7.5.

• In the UK, the standard ceiling height is 2.4 meters, which allows for a chandelier height of 50-60 cm.

For rooms with high ceilings, it is essential to ensure that your chandelier does not become visually lost in the space. A good guideline is to add 7.5 cm of hanging height for every 30 cm of ceiling height.

However, as with any guideline, there are exceptions. You may choose to hang your chandelier lower for a more dramatic effect, as seen with the Nurra Chandelier.