subject: Pendant Light - The Most Popular Style Of Light Fixture [print this page] One of today's most popular style of light fixture is the pendant light. These fixtures have a unique look that works well both indoors and outdoor on the patio.
These types of lights are suspended from above, making them much like chandeliers. However, unlike chandeliers they often only have one actual light instead of many -- though some styles do have up to three. Their look is also much more contemporary than your standard chandelier.
The shades that are used on these fixtures can be found in a whole range of styles do go with any type of decorating. The simple glass ones are the most common and the most affordable, but stained glass and other decorative varieties are also available as well. Frosted glass is actually the most popular type of shade for these lights, and they can be found almost anywhere that light fixture hardware is sold. Some models will also allow you to switch out the shades if you need a change of pace every once in a while.
Your standard one-lamp models will be relatively inexpensive and can be found for anywhere between ten and forty dollars. The large models with multiple lamps will often be anywhere from sixty dollars to two hundred dollars, depending on the materials the frame is made out of and the amount of lamps attached.
Installing these fixtures is something that is not a one-person job in most cases, and you may need to seek professional assistance. Pendant lights hang from the ceiling, and as such it can take a certain amount of experience and finesse to get them installed properly and safely. Most home improvement stores where they can be purchased offer professional installation for an extra fee. You can also hire an electrician to install as well.
Pendant lights are one of the more popular, common, and affordable hanging light fixture styles today. While they often do not have the elegance of chandeliers, they are attractive and unique in their own right.
