So you've chosen some great ceiling lights for your home. Guess what - your job is far from over! Finding the right lighting is one thing, but how and where you hang the items is another thing all together. The look and feel of a room, when lighting is concerned, relies on the types of lights you choose and how they're hung. Here, we share our tips on how to create the perfect ambience through your lighting.

They say pendant lights are the chandeliers of old. Their character and warmth truly c omes to life when placed at just the right height, angle, and brightness. For this kind of lighting, the thumb rule usually is that they should be hung at a height of 30-34 inches above a table. The same holds true for this lighting over kitchen counters and islands. We say rules were meant to be broken!

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As a case in point, take a look at this beautiful pendant light. Its unique design will illuminate any room. However, because of its design, it does not need to placed exactly at a height of 30 inches. The charm lies in being able to see the light shining through it from different angles, therefore consider hanging it a bit lower, where it can be easily seen. Just remember to choose a bulb that isn't too bright - the last thing you want is for its light to hit guest's eyes!