Flowerpot Pendant Lamp
Vin-CH03801
Find your pendant size
These guides work for any single pendant. Compare them with the sizes in the product’s Dimensions tab: first the shade width, then the hanging height.
Drawn to scale under a 9 ft ceiling: over a table, and where people walk.
Common shade widths at one scale. Compare them with the sizes in the product’s Dimensions tab.
1. Choose a shade width
Center of a room
Add the room’s length and width in feet. The total is a good starting shade width in inches. For a 12 × 14 ft room, 12 + 14 = 26, so look for a shade about 26 in wide.
| Room | Shade width |
|---|---|
| 10 × 10 ft | about 20 in |
| 10 × 12 ft | about 22 in |
| 12 × 12 ft | about 24 in |
| 12 × 14 ft | about 26 in |
| 14 × 16 ft | about 30 in |
| 16 × 18 ft | about 34 in |
| 18 × 20 ft | about 38 in |
If you’re between two sizes, the smaller one is a safe choice. Larger shades need a taller ceiling where people walk underneath (see step 2).
Over a dining table
Choose a shade about 1/2 to 2/3 the width of your table, and at least 12 in narrower than the table. For a round table, use its diameter.
| Table width | Shade width |
|---|---|
| 30 in | 15–18 in |
| 36 in | 18–24 in |
| 42 in | 21–28 in |
| 48 in | 24–32 in |
| 54 in | 27–36 in |
| 60 in | 30–40 in |
Long table? Use two or three pendants, each centered over an equal section of the table. For the widest shade per pendant, divide the table length by the number of pendants and subtract 12 in, then use whichever is smaller: that number or the width guide. Example: an 84 × 42 in table with two pendants gives 84 ÷ 2 − 12 = 30 in, and the width guide gives 21–28 in, so choose two shades about 21–28 in wide.
Over a kitchen island
Compact shades, about 12–18 in wide (roughly a third of the island’s depth), suit most kitchen islands. Use two or three, spaced about 24–30 in apart center to center, and keep each shade at least 6 in from the ends of the island.
Entryway
Use the room rule above, then check the walking clearance in step 2: people walk directly under an entry light. If you can, leave about 4 ft between the shade and the walls. A two-story foyer can take a much larger shade.
Beside the bed
For a pair over nightstands, choose a shade narrower than the nightstand. Hang the bottom of the shade about 42 in above the floor, about where a table lamp’s shade would sit, and keep it beside the bed rather than over the pillows.
2. Check the height
Drop means the distance from the ceiling to the bottom of the shade. It can’t be shorter than the shade height plus the canopy and a few inches of cord, so check the product’s Dimensions and Specifications.
Where people walk
Keep at least 7 ft (84 in) from the floor to the bottom of the shade.
| Ceiling | Longest drop |
|---|---|
| 7 ft 6 in | up to 6 in |
| 8 ft | up to 12 in |
| 9 ft | up to 24 in |
| 10 ft | up to 36 in |
| 11 ft | up to 48 in |
| 12 ft | up to 60 in |
| 14 ft | up to 84 in |
If the shortest drop (see the example below) is more than the drop shown, hang it over furniture instead.
Check one size: an example
Example: a shade 14 in tall. Allow about 5 in for the canopy and a short length of cord, so its shortest drop is about 19 in. With an 8 ft ceiling, a walkway allows up to 12 in, so hang it over a table instead, where the target drop is 30–36 in. Exact canopy and cord details are in the product’s Specifications.
Over a table or island
Over a 30 in dining table, aim for 30–36 in above the tabletop with an 8 ft ceiling, and add about 3 in for each extra foot of ceiling. Over a 36 in counter, aim for 30–36 in. The drop is the number to give your installer.
| Ceiling | Dining table drop | Island drop |
|---|---|---|
| 7 ft 6 in | 24–30 in | 18–24 in |
| 8 ft | 30–36 in | 24–30 in |
| 9 ft | 39–45 in | 36–42 in |
| 10 ft | 48–54 in | 48–54 in |
| 11 ft | 57–63 in | 60–66 in |
| 12 ft | 66–72 in | 72–78 in |
| 14 ft | 84–90 in | 96–102 in |
What to measure
- Room: length and width, in feet
- Table or island: width (or diameter) and length, in inches
- Ceiling: height from the floor, in feet and inches
- Furniture height: tabletop or counter, in inches
Before you order
- Exact sizes: Shade width, shade height, cord length and canopy size are listed in the product’s Dimensions and Specifications.
- Sloped ceiling: Send us the ceiling angle before ordering and we’ll confirm the fit.
- Light: One pendant rarely lights a whole room. In a larger room, add lamps for reading or task light.
Not sure which size fits? Send us your measurements at support@vinlighting.com.
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Pairs well with
The Flowerpot Pendant Lamp brings a rounded retro-modern profile to kitchens, desks, dining corners, and lounge spaces. Its two-hemisphere metal shade feels clean and playful at the same time, adding color and shape without taking over the room.
Choose the smaller size for tighter areas or the larger size when you want more presence over a table or island. With 19 color options, this pendant can stay quiet in a neutral room or become the color note that pulls the space together.
Size: Dia 23cm x H 16cm / Dia 9.1" x H 6.3"
Size: Dia 38cm x H 26cm / Dia 14.9" x H 10.2"
Optional Dimmable Bulb
Add dimming to your light
Choose a remote-control bulb with three light colors, or a warm white bulb for your wall dimmer. We’ll match the bulb base to your fixture.
- Two bulb options
- Base matched to your fixture
- Replaces the standard bulb
Choose your bulb
Remote bulb light settings
- 3000KWarm whiteSoft and cozy
- 4000KNeutral whiteClean and balanced
- 6000KCool whiteCool and crisp
Color samples are illustrative; the actual light may look different in your room.
How to add it
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Add a compatible light fixture to your cart.
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On the fixture’s product page, find “Pairs well with” and select Remote-Control Dimmable Bulb.
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Choose the remote bulb or the TRIAC bulb, then check out with both items.
What’s included
Each add-on includes one dimmable bulb, shipped in the same package as your light. The remote bulb comes with its own remote. If your fixture normally comes with a standard bulb, we’ll send the dimmable one instead; the standard bulb won’t be included.
Remote batteries are included with standard shipping. Orders shipped by air can’t include batteries.
Details and ordering
Compatibility
Recommended for single-bulb fixtures up to 30″ in diameter. Larger fixtures may need more light. Not suitable for fixtures with built-in LEDs. For chandeliers or multi-bulb lights, please check with us first.
More than one light?
Each remote controls one bulb, so every remote bulb comes with its own remote. Ordering several lights? Leave a note at checkout telling us which ones need a bulb.
Add-on only
Available only with a compatible light fixture. Orders for the bulb alone may need to be adjusted or canceled.
Already placed your order?
If your fixture has shipped, contact us before adding a bulb. Extra shipping fees may apply if it needs to be sent separately.
Not sure which bulb suits your light? Contact us before ordering →
Optional Plug-In Cord
Prefer a plug-in pendant?
Hang a compatible pendant without ceiling wiring. This cord has a built-in bulb socket and an inline switch, so the light runs from any wall outlet.
- No electrical wiring
- 5 m / approx. 196″ cord
- Inline on/off switch
- 3 mounting hooks included
How to add it
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Add your pendant light to your cart.
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Under “Pairs well with”, select Plug-In Cord with Switch for Pendant Lights (5M / 196″).
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Choose black or white and your plug type: US, EU, UK or AU. Add the cord to your cart and check out with both items.
What’s included
Your pendant and plug-in cord arrive in one package with three mounting hooks. The cord arrives separate from the light. Fit its socket into the pendant following the included guide, add the bulb, hang the light and plug it in.
Details and ordering
Compatibility
For compatible single-bulb pendants only. Not for chandeliers or multi-light fixtures. For integrated-LED or grounded models, please check with us first.
Cord and switch
47″ / 1.2 m from plug to switch; 145″ / 3.7 m from switch to light (approx.).
The switch is on/off only. A compatible dimmable bulb can still be controlled by its remote while the switch is on.
Ordering
Sold only with a compatible pendant. Cord-only orders may be adjusted or canceled. Buying several pendants? Tell us which ones need a cord.
Hardwired parts and changes
Plug-in orders ship without the hardwired installation parts. Want them too? Add a checkout note or contact us before ordering. If your light has shipped, ask us before adding a cord; extra shipping fees may apply.
Setup and safety
No electrical wiring needed. Follow the guide that comes with your pendant to fit the socket and hang the light. Use the hooks with anchors suited to your ceiling or wall.
For indoor use only. Keep the cord away from foot traffic and damage, and never run it through walls or ceilings.
Certification: The SPT-2 cord wire is certified to UL 62 (File No. E494674). This covers the wire only, not the plug, switch, socket or the assembled light.
Not sure whether your pendant is compatible? Contact us before ordering →
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- Free Standard Shipping (4-6 Weeks): Available for all orders in the US and Canada.
- Expedited Shipping (2-4 Weeks): Faster delivery is available—check our Shipping Policy for costs.
Hassle-Free Returns
Your satisfaction is our priority! If you’re not completely happy with your purchase, you can return it within 30 days in new and unused condition for a full refund. (Please note: Paid shipping fees are non-refundable as fulfillment has already been completed.)
To start a return, just email our support team at support@vinlighting.com, and we’ll walk you through the process step by step. For more details, visit our Returns Policy.
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