Choose From Our Wide Selection Of Contemporary Lamps
Contemporary pendant lights for kitchen are a great way to add style and grace to any room. They come in a variety of styles and designs and can be found at prices that won’t break the bank. contemporary style ceiling lights achieve the same result but tend to be ‘of the moment’ and of more unusual designs.
We supply a large range of modern & contemporary styles to complement your decor. Thankfully the days of a lampshade hanging from ceiling flex are a thing of the past and you can let your design flair run wild when choosing a ceiling light to match your modern or contemporary space.
Lighting for the home has come a long way in the past 10 years or so, and contemporary pendant lights are at the forefront of this trend. So if you’re looking for a way to add some style and elegance to your home, contemporary light pendants are a great option.
From Utility Room To Kitchen Lights, We Have You Covered
Contemporary pendants can be used in any room. Whether you need a single pendant light for a narrow utility room or three lights in a row over a kitchen island, you can find a wide selection at Scotlight Direct.
If you are not sure whether the pendant lamps you are looking at are suitable for your room, do not hesitate to contact our lighting experts, who can help along the way.
Create a Modern Feel With A LED Pendant Light
Lights LED pendant with a contemporary feel can add a modern but clean look to your home and are sometimes known as “cool pendant lights” due to their funky but minimal designs.
LED uses up to 95% less electricity and requires very little maintenance or changing the lamp bulb. When using LED, you should decide before purchasing whether you are planning to use an LED dimmer on your wall to dim your pendant, as you will need to purchase lamp bulbs with dimmable compatibility.
Here Are Some Top Tips And Questions Before Purchasing A Ceiling Pendant –
Do you need an electrician to install contemporary pendant lights for the kitchen?
The short answer to this is yes. We always recommend using a qualified electrician to install any hard-wired electrical lighting.
Although you can install some lights easily, things can become complicated when using items such as dimmers or heavy light fitting where re-inforcing your ceiling may be required.
Using someone qualified also means their work can be signed off for insurance purposes and provides you with peace of mind regarding fire safety and can save you money in the longer term.
What’s the difference between a chandelier and a pendant light?
Chandeliers tend to be more decorative in style and are often associated with more traditional designs within the category of lamps pendant lights. They are also generally larger and have several arms each connected by an electrical cable that supports the light ceiling pendant.
Modern Pendants can come in many different designs, sizes, and shapes and can be used for functional and decorative purposes. They are often seen as a more contemporary lighting style.
How can I determine the perfect height to hang a pendant light?
There are a few things to keep in mind when deciding on the perfect height for your pendant ceiling light. How tall are the people in your household? If you have young children or someone of shorter stature, you will want to make sure the light is hung at a lower height, so it is not out of reach.
Another thing to consider is if you are hanging a light over a kitchen island, you want to leave at least a 1.5m gap between the very bottom of the pendant and the worktop.
The last important point is to use your eye and common sense! Everyone has their tastes in how they want their home to look, and you should hang the ceiling pendant light at the length it fits within your own space.
Other Things To Consider Before Purchasing Pendant Lights
- Layer your lighting – Use other light sources such as table lamps, floor lamps, and under-cabinet lighting. Layers will help provide more of an ambiance to the room.
- Check the lumens of your light bulbs and whether they will be bright enough for your space or the specifications of the LED pendant light.
- Check the colour temperature of your light bulbs as they usually come in three colours, warm white, cool white, and daylight. Lighting pendant lights is easy with the correct lamp bulbs.
