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Find lighting for your living room. Compare each fixture’s shape, dimensions and placement with your furniture layout.
Layering light in a living room
Living rooms work best with three layers: an overhead fixture for general light, wall sconces for ambient glow, and lamps for reading. This collection gathers chandeliers, sconces, pendants and lamps for living spaces.
Planning starting points
- Chandelier size: add the room length and width in feet; the sum in inches is a common starting diameter.
- Clearance: keep at least 7 feet below a fixture in walking areas. Over a coffee table, it can hang lower.
- Sconces: center about 60 to 66 inches above the floor, often flanking a fireplace or artwork.
- Floor and table lamps: place near seating so the shade bottom is near seated eye level.
Related guides
Read Living Room Chandelier Ideas, How to Layer Lighting in a Room and Where to Place a Floor Lamp. Browse Table and Floor Lamps.
Frequently Asked Questions
What size chandelier should go in a living room?
Add the room length and width in feet; the total in inches is a common starting diameter. A 14 by 16 foot room often suits a fixture of about 30 inches.
Where should a living room chandelier hang?
Center it over the seating group or the room. Keep at least 7 feet of clearance in walking areas.
How many light sources does a living room need?
Most living rooms benefit from an overhead fixture plus two or more sconces or lamps, so light comes from several heights.
Can I put a chandelier in a living room with a low ceiling?
Yes, choose a shallow or semi-flush design and keep at least 7 feet of headroom.