- What bulbs does it take?
- It uses three candle-style bulbs with a candelabra base. Check the fixture's maximum wattage before buying and pick clear or frosted bulbs to taste, since they stay visible.
- Can it be hung over a kitchen island?
- Yes. Its open globe suits an island, and hanging two or three in a row gives even light along a long counter. Keep the bottom above eye level to limit glare.
- Is it dimmable?
- Dimmability depends on the bulbs and the wall switch, not the fixture alone. Use dimmable LED candle bulbs and a compatible dimmer if you want to lower the light.
- How high should I hang it?
- Over a dining table, aim for roughly 30 to 36 inches between the tabletop and the bottom of the fixture. In an entry or hallway, keep it high enough that people walk under it without ducking.
- Does the clear glass show dust?
- Yes. Clear glass and polished nickel both show dust, fingerprints and water spots, so plan on wiping the globe and frame every few weeks.
- Can it be used outdoors?
- Treat it as an indoor fixture unless the listing states a damp or wet rating. Covered porches may work, but exposed weather will dull the nickel and cloud the glass.
- Where is the Globe Pendant (Polished Nickel) cheapest?
- At Amazon, for $49.99, 94% under what the other stores charge, as of our latest check.
- Where can I buy the Globe Pendant (Polished Nickel)?
- 11 stores we checked sell it, including Amazon, Pure Salt Shoppe, Regina Andrew Detroit, Wayfair, Saks Fifth Avenue.