Kitchen Island Lighting Rule: Find Pendant Quantity Using Arm Span

Kitchen Island Lighting Made Simple: How Many Wooden Pendants You Need (Using Your Arm Span)

Why Arm Span? Simplified Scale for Island Lighting

Your arm span (fingertip to fingertip) mirrors your body’s proportions, making it a natural ruler for pendant spacing. This method ensures balanced task lighting over prep zones without overcrowding.

​1. Arm Span = Number of Pendants × 60cm

Step-by-Step Guide:

1. ​Measure your arm span (avg. adult: 150–180cm).
2. ​Divide island length by 60cm to find pendant count.
   • Example: 240cm island ÷ 60cm = 4 pendants.
3. ​Round down if between sizes (e.g., 3.5 → 3).

Pro Tip: For islands shorter than 120cm, use 2 pendants minimum to avoid sparse lighting.

​2. Task Lighting Density: 800–1000 Lumens per Meter

Ensure even prep surface coverage:

• ​Calculate total lumens: Island length (meters) × 800–1000.
  • Example: 2.4m island → 1,920–2,400 lumens total.
• ​Split across pendants: 2,400 lumens ÷ 4 pendants = 600 lumens each.

Zepboo Hack: Chef’s Choice Kits include 600-lumen LED bulbs with dimmers for adjustable brightness.

​3. Linear Spacing Ratios: Avoid Crowding or Gaps

Perfect symmetry for functionality and style:

• ​Space pendants 60cm apart (center to center).
• ​Hang 75–90cm above the counter (prevents glare).
• ​Edge gaps: Leave 15–30cm between end pendants and island edges.

Style Fix: Too many pendants? Opt for Zepboo’s linear 3-light bars (sleek alternative).

​4. Zepboo Chef’s Choice Kits: Prep-Ready Designs

Key features for kitchen islands:

• ​Oil-Resistant Wood: Walnut or bamboo finishes.
• ​Wide Shades: 25–30cm diameter for broad coverage.
• ​Daisy-Chain Wiring: Pre-spaced pendants at 60cm intervals.

Cost: $199–$449; 5-year warranty.

​Quick Kitchen Island Lighting Checklist

☑️ Arm span ÷ 60cm = pendant quantity
☑️ Total lumens = island length (m) × 800–1,000
☑️ 60cm spacing between pendant centers
☑️ 75–90cm hanging height above counter

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Light smarter, not harder—let your arms do the math. 👐✨