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Lighting over Kitchen Table

5 years ago
last modified: 5 years ago

Hi, we are looking to update our lighting over our kitchen table. The walls are lighter in color but it is a rainy day here. We would like to keep the lighting we have over the island and have them compliment each other








Also, I am new here. Is there anyway to reply to a specific person/comment or do I just reply to the original post? Thanks!

Comments (20)

  • PRO
    5 years ago

    Since you have a farmhouse style to the room I would select a linear lantern for the table and replace the too small window mirror for some colorful primitive art.



    Or create a collage of kitchen items on the wall.


    Lindsay Creel thanked BeverlyFLADeziner
  • 5 years ago

    Love this, thank you!

  • 5 years ago
    last modified: 5 years ago

    If you are going to keep the existing decor and accessories, minus the mirror, it all says more "European" to me than it does "farmhouse".



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    Lindsay Creel thanked User
  • 5 years ago

    With 8ft ceilings, would the bare bulbs in the first fixture recommended be too glaring? I am also looking for a new fixture and was thinking I needed to have the bulbs covered with either white glass, or a shade.

    Lindsay Creel thanked Elizabeth
  • 5 years ago

    Adding a simple black transitional chandelier that is larger in scale would visually balance and update the dining area and tie in with the adjoining spaces in colour and style. To further connect the spaces, paint the wall where the mirror is a creamy tone similar to the fireplace and backsplash tile. Lastly, replace the mirror with a gallery wall of black framed botanical prints for a touch of greenery.
    https://st.hzcdn.com/fimgs/b81116f80e67ddd6_9195-w256-h165-b1-p10--.jpg

    Lindsay Creel thanked Marsha Mehta
  • 5 years ago

    I like your light fixtures over your island. Is the metal nickel? I would think you'd want to keep the metal the same between the island and the table so they have something in common.

    Lindsay Creel thanked msrmom
  • 5 years ago

    I was thinking I would keep the metals the same as well. Thank you everyone! Anyone know of any cheaper lighting sites?

  • 5 years ago

    One nice think about browsing on Houzz is that if you see something you like, you can see many more fixtures that are same shape or sensibility, in all different price ranges. If you see something you love but it's not on sale, you can google search it by name to find the cheapest price for it.


    One thing i would consider would be to paint the legs of the dining table the same rich very dark brown as your kitchen cabinets and bar stools.

    Lindsay Creel thanked User
  • 5 years ago

    Thank you very much! great idea!

  • 5 years ago
    last modified: 5 years ago

    I can't tell from your picture exactly what your fireplace is like, but if is basically an open hole, any feeling for a firescreen? Don't know if the depth of your hearth would take one, or if suits your taste or ultimate style for the room, -- depends on what kind of light fixture you buy and what replaces the mirror. But they are not very expensive and even just a plain one might give a finishing touch to the space


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    Lindsay Creel thanked User
  • 5 years ago

    Lindsay try Houzz and Wayfair for reasonably priced fixtures. I’ve also noticed Home Depot tends to have some trendy/stylish ones sometimes.

    Lindsay Creel thanked Trem Wills
  • PRO
    5 years ago

    Hi Lindsay Creel,


    We have many ideas and designers for you! Here are some ideas below but come take a look at our collection. Everything we have is fully customizable. We do offer FREE DESIGN SERVICES so all you pay for is the fixtures. We will help with suggestions and measuring out the entire project for you no worries.


    Simple give us a call and lets see how we can help. www.galileelighting.com | 305-07-8711










    Lindsay Creel thanked Galilee Lighting
  • 5 years ago

    One thing to remember is how easy the fixture is to clean. Glass gets cloudy and dirty looking very easily. If it was me, I’d stick to the cage type fixtures with minimal to no glass. I’m replacing the pendants over my island for this exact reason, they’re too hard to clean to keep them looking nice.

    Lindsay Creel thanked Dj T
  • 5 years ago



    One below is priced really well and comes in different finishes

    https://www.birchlane.com/lighting/pdp/montague-8-light-kitchen-island-pendant-b001089082.html?piid=1604990984%2C1604990987


    Try Lowe’s, Home Depot, Amazon and watch for sales on Wayfair as per above company, as they discount different ones all the time.

    Lindsay Creel thanked Maureen
  • 5 years ago

    Thank you all! I am loving all the ideas. I definitely like the linear chandelier. Does anyone know what else they would be called? Our table is 77" long and I am wondering if 49" would be too big and I should go more with 36"? Thank you again!

  • 5 years ago

    Maybe a pro could advise regarding the length, but I thought the attached article may help. It seems both the room size and the table should be considered. https://www.delmarfans.com/educate/how-to-choose-chandelier-size/#step-1

    Search for linear lantern or linear farmhouse.

    Lindsay Creel thanked Maureen
  • 5 years ago

    if you've got two tall candlesticks, try setting them on the table at the different lengths, or use the decorative bottles on your mantle. . Also, if you have an idea of what is going to replace the mirror in terms of size, take some painters tape and outline the size on the wall. I can't tell if you've got a rug, but if not and you plan on adding one, tape out the dimensions of that too.

    Lindsay Creel thanked User
  • 5 years ago

    whatever you choose; remember what Ole' Bill Shakespeare opined:

    Simplicity is the ultimate Sophistication.


    be well


  • 5 years ago

    Check for lighting on Overstock.