Need Help Selecting and Installing Lighting?

The right lighting can completely transform a home. It can make a room feel warmer, more sophisticated, more inviting, and more intentional. But finding the perfect fixture is only part of the process. Choosing the right size, scale, placement, and installation height can make the difference between lighting that simply fills a space and lighting that truly elevates it.

Choosing the Right Lighting for Your Space

With thousands of lighting options available, selecting fixtures can quickly become overwhelming. A beautiful chandelier online may look completely different once it is installed in your home.

Before selecting a fixture, consider the following:

• The size and proportions of the room
• Ceiling height
• Furniture placement
• Existing finishes
• Natural light
• The overall style of the home

Scale is especially important. A chandelier that is too small can get lost in a large room, while an oversized fixture can overpower the space. The goal is to choose lighting that feels intentional and properly proportioned.

Think Beyond the Fixture

Lighting should complement the entire room.

Finishes such as aged brass, polished nickel, bronze, glass, alabaster, and natural materials can dramatically influence the finished look. Your lighting does not necessarily need to match every other metal finish in the room, but the different elements should work together.

It's also important to consider how the fixture will look from different viewpoints throughout the home. In open-concept spaces, lighting often becomes part of the overall architecture and can be visible from several rooms.

Professional Installation Matters

Even the perfect fixture can lose its impact when it is installed incorrectly.

The proper hanging height, positioning, electrical support, dimming, bulb selection, and final adjustments all contribute to the finished result. Larger chandeliers and specialty fixtures may also require additional planning and installation expertise.

Professional lighting installation helps ensure that your fixture is not only beautiful, but also properly positioned, securely installed, and functioning as intended.

From Selection to Installation

At Luster & Volt, we make the lighting process easier from beginning to end.

We help homeowners select distinctive lighting that complements their home, coordinate the details, provide white-glove delivery, and professionally install each fixture with precision.

Instead of purchasing a fixture and then figuring out how to get it delivered and installed, you have one point of contact guiding the entire process.

Whether you're choosing a statement chandelier for a two-story foyer, pendants for a kitchen island, sconces for a bathroom, or lighting throughout an entire home, every detail matters.

Learn more about our full range of lighting services, or contact us to start a conversation about your project.

Frequently Asked Questions

How do I know what size chandelier to choose for my dining room? A common starting point is to add the room's length and width in feet — the sum in inches gives you a rough chandelier diameter. For example, a 12 × 14 foot room suggests a fixture around 26 inches wide. Ceiling height, table size, and the fixture's visual weight all factor in as well. We walk through these details with every client during the selection process.

What is the correct hanging height for a chandelier over a dining table? For a standard 8-foot ceiling, the bottom of the chandelier is typically positioned 30 to 36 inches above the tabletop. With higher ceilings, the fixture can hang a bit lower to maintain proper scale. We cover this in more detail in our post on chandelier installation.

Do I need a licensed electrician to install a chandelier? Yes. Chandelier installation involves working with your home's electrical system and should always be performed by a licensed and insured professional. Luster & Volt handles professional installation as part of our complete service.

Can you help with lighting for an entire home, not just one room? Absolutely. We work on full-home lighting projects as well as single-room selections. Our services include lighting selection, sourcing, procurement, white-glove delivery, and installation for projects of any scale.

How long does the lighting selection and installation process take? Timeline varies depending on fixture availability, lead times, and project scope. We review lead times during the selection process so there are no surprises, and we keep you informed throughout. Reach out to discuss your specific project and timeline.

Ready to Elevate Your Lighting?

Beautiful lighting should feel effortless.

Let Luster & Volt help you select, source, deliver, and professionally install lighting that feels perfectly suited to your home.

Luxury lighting, installed with precision.