Adjusting for Table Size. The lighting industry recommends that a dining room chandelier's diameter measure 1/2 to 2/3 of the dining table's width (side to side).

Q: What is the correct mounting height for a fixture or chandelier over a dining room table? A: First off, I’ll provide a guideline: The bottom of the fixture should be 32 to 36 inches above the ...

You can also create a stunning full-solar chandelier for your outdoor dining table. Creating a simple solar pendant light with a bulb kit and some chain can also be a handy way to repurpose old ...

I am not a big fan of pot lights, but I do realize that they serve a purpose where ceiling height is low and hanging a ceiling fixture over a table isn't feasible. In a combined living/dining room ...