Get Dining Room Table Lighting Fixtures Background. The chandelier or pendant above your dining table isn't always the only light fixture in the room — designers actually advise against having a single light source — but it probably will be the most visible and make the biggest impact. In a dining room, however, this type of dim ambient light is usually desirable.
Hang the light 36 to 48 inches above the table.
These stunning dining rooms each feature a table made to host a crowd. There are many different types of dining room light fixtures, each with unique features. Some dining tables provide the option for traditional extensions to be stored in the table beneath the table top. Perfect light for a rustic touch.