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Foyer Lights Buyer's Guide
Foyer lights first welcome guests to your home and set the tone of first impressions. Foyer lighting should be selected based on the scale of the space and the style of your home.
Calculate Size
The first consideration when selecting foyer lighting is size. The light should not overwhelm the space but should provide an attractive focal point. Measure the length, width and height of your space. If you have an existing light in your foyer, measure this as well and use it as a point of reference.
To calculate the approximate size for your space, add the width of the space to the length of the space in feet. The sum of these numbers will give you the approximate diameter for a foyer light in inches. Compare this number to your existing light to get an idea of the scale and adjust accordingly.
Choose Carefully
Next, you will need to determine how high to hang the light.
A general rule of hanging lights, such as chandeliers, is to have them sit seven feet above the floor. However, this rule is more flexible with foyer lights. Consider where you want the light to make an impression. If you have a split staircase with a landing at the top, you may want to hang your foyer light higher so it is the focal point from the landing.
Consider Your Options
After determining the approximate size of foyer light, decide on style and color. There are many foyer lights available to complement any décor style, from modern to traditional, rustic to stone and glass. You may want the light to match your existing lighting fixtures, knobs and hardware into consideration.
