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sonja_conklin

Beautiful kitchen! I have a lighting question.

11 years ago
My island is 108x54 and my ceilings are 10 feet. Should I use 3 of 13" Benson pendants or do 2 of the 16"? Also at what height from the island counter top should they be? And centered with island? Thanks so much!
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    11 years ago
    Based on the size of your island and ceiling height, consider using three of the 13" Benson pendants centered above the island. The standard height for a fixture above the countertop is 36" to 38" but we suggest that you consider the perfect height above the counter with respect to your family members heights to avoid bumping heads when prepping, leaning, etc.
    Sonja Conklin thanked Linda McDougald Design | Postcard from Paris
  • 11 years ago
    Thanks so much!
  • 11 years ago
    We are trying to figure this out as well. We love the Benson Pendants but only have 8' ceilings and don't want them seem overwhelming. Our island is 10ft. Any suggestions on number of pendants and size?
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