How low to hang dining room light?
Debbie
6 years ago
Hi all, the builder put in 6 inch light fittings throughout the house. This is too high for my habitat light over the table but I'm unsure as to what length fitting I should buy to replace it? 9 inch, 12 inch or lower?
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Darren Johnstone
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Debbie
6 years agoUser
6 years ago
PROLana Rose Interiors
6 years agoIf you get one that is actually too long and where the cord can be hooked up then you can adjust the height to your desired length. If it's too long or too short just keep adjusting til it's right! See my light fitting from IKEA where I did this, was determined to get a low intimate light above our dining space. Also with this if you decide to move your table (within reason) you can move the light to hang where you need it! 
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