| What size pool table light should you get? |
7 Foot Table
40" - 57" Pool Table Light |
8 Foot Table
48" - 60" Pool Table Light |
9 Foot Table
57" - 83" Pool Table Light |
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Determining the Proper Height of Your Billiard Lights |
Proper lighting is as essential to an enjoyable game of pool as a level table and a straight cue.
Too little light can throw off depth perception, while too much light can cause distracting glare. Uneven lighting can cast deceiving shadows and distort the appearance of angles. This may sound complicated, but today's billiard table lights are specifically designed to provide uniform light at the optimal level of illumination. Hanging billiard table lights properly, will accomplish this and enhance the visual experience in your home as well. We are providing some guidelines to help you.
Hung too low, players are likely to accidentally strike the light with their cues. Hung too high, and the light is likely to shine in players' eyes. About thirty two inches above the bed of the table is the average hanging height for a pool table light. You can also hang the light so the bottom of the fixture is level with the bridge of the player's nose.
While the above suggestions are a great place to start, the final result should be the determining factor. Remember, the function of a pool table light is to illuminate only the pool table, not to provide light for the room. The edge of the field of light cast by the source should line up with the edge of the table. This technique is also useful in determining if the pool table light is centered. Always center your light lengthwise along the table, which can be done rather easily by aligning the middle of the light with the middle white diamonds at the ends of the table.
Average hanging height of pool table lights is 32" from the top of the playing surface to the bottom of the shades of your light. From here you can adjust the height to gain adequate lighting on the table.. The light is designed to light the pool table not the room. |
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Installing your pool table light before the table arrives. |
In this case, aim for between 62 and 70 inches from the floor, and be prepared to make some minor adjustments. Use the bridge of your nose as a guide.
The little extra effort you put forth in hanging your pool table light correctly will pay off with every game you play. Not only will your pool table light flood your table with flattering and uniform illumination, it will create a warm, welcoming atmosphere in your game room as well. Just like in the game of pool, precision and execution mean a lot less work in the long run.
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Pendant/Island lighting Tips |
Pendant Lighting is a stylish and fun alternative to more traditional ceiling mounted lighting. They emit a generous spread of light and with the addition of a dimmer switch turn into an even more function piece, from bright direct task lighting to soft more subdued ambient lighting. Use pendant lighting to create a dramatic and elegant finish touch to the kitchen, bathroom, hallway or any room in the home.
The kitchen has become the main hub of the home and a great place to make a stylish statement. Place a multi light pendant or a trio of single pendant fixtures over an island to provide good light and break up the kitchen. They create a pleasant environment over counters and peninsulas and area a popular addition over dining tables and seating areas. This style of design allows for one to see through the lighting element for an open and airy look that is very popular now.
A pendant is also a great alternative to a table lamp in a reading spot, next to the bed, or by a cozy chair in the family room. They add a lovely focal point to the room as well as unclutter your bedside or end table. |