For an 8-foot ceiling, hang the bottom of the pendant 30–36 inches above a table or countertop (add roughly 3 inches per extra foot of ceiling height). For bedrooms, hang 18–24 inches above bedside tables. Space multiple pendants 24–30 inches apart for even light distribution — and don't worry about getting the spacing precisely even; the wabi sabi aesthetic actively benefits from slight variation. Shades come with their hanging hardware, but without a cord or bulb: use a plug-in pendant kit near a socket, or have a qualified electrician fit a ceiling cord set.
Wabi sabi is a Japanese design philosophy that finds beauty in imperfection, asymmetry, and the natural passage of time. In our pendant lights, it shows in the small variations in size, shape, colour and weave that come from weaving each shade by hand, so no two pieces are exactly alike. The look pairs naturally with Japandi (Japanese + Scandinavian), boho, and modern minimalist interiors that value calm, organic materials over a polished, uniform finish.
Either, because our wabi sabi bamboo pendant lights are sold as shades only, without a cord, ceiling fitting or bulb. For a plug-in light, pair the shade with a plug-in pendant kit, which suits renters, rooms without a ceiling rose and quick setups. For a permanent ceiling light, use a ceiling cord set installed by a qualified electrician. Both are sold separately. Check each product page for socket and bulb details, or contact us if you need help choosing.
For a dining table, choose a pendant about 30 cm (12 in) narrower than the table's width, or hang two or three shades along a longer table. For kitchen islands, allow 30 to 36 inches of clearance below the light. Our largest wabi sabi pendants, about 38 to 52 cm across, suit dining tables and tall stairwells; smaller designs, around 20 to 25 cm across, work in bedside, reading-nook or kitchen-corner positions. Contact us if you would like help choosing a size.
Not a problem. Every order comes with a 30-day return window — if the light doesn't work in your space, contact us to arrange a return. Return postage is paid by the customer, and the original shipping cost is deducted from the refund.