The right height above your table

The dining table is often the heart of the home. It’s where the day begins with a cup of coffee, where dinners are shared, and where conversations continue long after the plates have been cleared.

Lighting plays an important role in creating the right atmosphere around the table. Our collection rattan pendant lamps above the dining table is a popular choice because it brings warmth, texture, and a natural look to the space.

The woven structure of rattan softens the light and creates a gentle play of shadows on the walls and ceiling. But choosing the right lamp is about more than just style. The size, height, and placement of the lamp all influence how the space feels.

In this guide, we’ll show you how to choose the right rattan pendant light for your dining table so that it looks balanced and feels comfortable in the room.

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Why a rattan pendant lamp works so well above a dining table

Rattan has a naturally warm and relaxed appearance. Because it’s made from a natural material, it pairs beautifully with wood, linen, ceramics, and other organic textures.

When light shines through the woven structure, the result is soft and atmospheric. Instead of harsh direct light, you get a warm glow that feels inviting and calm — exactly the kind of lighting you want around a dining table.

That’s why rattan pendant lighting has become so popular in interiors ranging from Scandinavian and Japandi to bohemian and modern spaces.

A well-chosen rattan pendant lamp can also act as a focal point in the room, especially when the lamp has a strong shape or a larger diameter.

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Choosing the right size rattan pendant lamp

One of the most important aspects of dining table lighting is proportion. A lamp that is too small can disappear visually, while a lamp that is too large can dominate the space.

A common rule used by interior designers is that the diameter of the lamp should be roughly half to two-thirds of the width of the table.

As a rough guideline:

• Dining table 140–160 cm → lamp around 50–70 cm diameter
• Dining table 180–200 cm → lamp around 70–90 cm diameter
• Large dining table 220 cm or more → lamp 90 cm or larger

For a medium-sized dining table, an open woven lamp such as the Maze rattan pendant lamp works beautifully. Its open structure keeps the design light and airy while still adding character.

If you have a large dining table or high ceilings, a statement piece such as the Stella pendant lamp can become the visual centre of the room.

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How high should a pendant lamp hang above a dining table?

The height of the lamp is just as important as its size.

Most lighting experts recommend hanging a pendant lamp around 60 to 75 cm above the table surface.

At this height:

• the table is well illuminated
• the lamp does not block the view across the table
• the lighting feels intimate and comfortable

In rooms with higher ceilings you can hang the lamp slightly higher, but it should still visually anchor the dining area.

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One large rattan pendant or multiple lamps?

For smaller or round tables, one larger rattan hanging lamp often works best. A single lamp can create a strong focal point above the table.

For longer dining tables, many people prefer using two or three pendant lights in a row. This distributes the light more evenly and creates a beautiful rhythm above the table.

Organic shapes such as the lamps from the Wave collection work particularly well when used in pairs, as their soft forms create a calm and balanced composition.

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Rattan pendant lamps in different interior styles

One of the reasons rattan lighting is so versatile is that it fits effortlessly into many interior styles.

Scandinavian interiors
Rattan adds warmth and texture to minimalist spaces with light wood and neutral colours.

Japandi interiors
The combination of Scandinavian simplicity and Japanese calm works perfectly with natural materials like rattan.

Bohemian interiors
In more eclectic spaces, rattan lighting enhances the relaxed and layered look created by textiles, plants, and handmade objects.

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Discover rattan pendant lamps from Raw Materials

At Raw Materials we have been working with rattan for many years. What attracts us to the material is not only its natural beauty, but also the craftsmanship behind it.

Our lamps are handmade by artisans in Indonesia, where rattan weaving has been passed down through generations. Each piece is woven by hand, which means every lamp has its own subtle character.

From sculptural statement lamps to more subtle designs, the collection offers a variety of shapes and sizes that work beautifully above a dining table.

Explore the full collection of rattan pendant lamps from Raw Materials:
https://rawmaterials.eu/materials/rattan/

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Final thoughts

A rattan pendant light above the dining table does more than illuminate the space. It creates atmosphere and becomes part of the character of the room.

By choosing the right size, height, and shape, the lamp naturally draws the eye and brings warmth to the dining area.

And perhaps that is the real appeal of rattan: it feels natural, timeless, and quietly unique.