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Photo courtesy of Elk Lighting Pendants Add Panache Put your home in the best light with perfectly placed pendants.	Issue No. 11, September 2010 Learn more about: NEW LOOK Pendant Lighting Must-dos EXPERT ADVICE Get Answers to Your Questions BRIGHT TIPS Win a $5,000 Lighting Makeover
NEW LOOK: Pendant Lighting Must-dos
Two common mistakes homeowners make when installing pendant lighting in the kitchen are not placing them at the proper height and not installing enough. Height - Each pendant should be mounted so that the bottom of the shade is approximately 66 inches above the floor. At that height, it is possible to look across the room below the pendants, and still create a dramatic focal point. If the shades are not very deep and there is seating at the kitchen island or peninsula, install the pendants a few inches lower, say 60 inches above the floor. Quantity - Place one pendant for every two feet of counter space. For example, a six-foot island requires three pendants - one in the center with another 20 inches on each side. Usually, an odd number of pendants over a counter or island create better balance. Size also matters when determining spacing and amount of pendants. Thin, narrow pendants might look better with the addition of one or two extra fixtures. When it comes to selecting and installing pendants for your home, the best advice is to visit your local Hortons showroom. View Entire Newsletter	Photo courtesy of Kichler Lighting Photo courtesy of Westinghouse Lighting Corp.