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If you are looking for an eye-catching lighting fixture to hang in your home but aren't
interested in a chandelier, than pendant lighting is the perfect alternative. Bowl and large
pendants are offer beautiful and dramatic designs that any guest will notice. When shopping
for bowl pendants or large pendants, determine where the light will hang in your home and
what special considerations you may need to account for. Keep in mind that it is easier
to replace an existing light fixture, since the wiring already exists. If there is no
light fixture currently in the location you want to install the new pendant, you will
most likely need to install new wiring. Installing new wiring can be difficult and dangerous,
so we highly recommend hiring a professional electrician. Next, determine how low you want
your new pendant to hang. If you're hanging the pendant above a surface such as a table,
a height between 28-34 inches is recommended so the light provides the right illumination
yet won't be in the way. If the pendant has no furniture or surface underneath it, the
minimum height should be 7 feet, so that taller people may not hit their head when walking
under. Do keep in mind that if a large pendant hangs too high, you may not get the full look
and feel of a hanging pendant. When shopping for a bowl or large pendant take into account
whether it hangs on a chain that can be lengthened and shortened or if it is a set length that
cannot be adjusted for your needs. Remember that not all chains can be easily adjusted
and refer to product specifications to determine if it will work for you. Next consider how
bright your pendant will need to be to create the perfect amount of ambient light for your
home. Different light bulb types, different amounts of light bulbs and wattage will determine
how bright the pendant can be. A good formula to use is when determining light wattage is:
room length times room width times 1.5. Thjs will give you the required amount of wattage
to light a room. ATGStores.com carries over 10,000 different large pendants in a wide
variety of styles. With careful selection, you'll find the perfect bowl or large pendant
to best complement your home.