Bedside pendant lights are a popular and contemporary alternative to traditional table lamps. Suspended from the ceiling, these lights hang on either side of the bed, typically above the nightstands, offering a sleek, space-saving solution for ambient and task lighting.
Benefits of Bedside Pendant Lights
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Space Saving: By eliminating the need for table lamps, pendant lights free up valuable surface area on bedside tables for books, phones, or décor.
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Modern Aesthetic: Pendant lighting creates a clean, minimalist look that suits a range of interior styles—from Scandinavian to industrial to mid-century modern.
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Customizable Ambiance: Many pendant lights are dimmable or can be fitted with smart bulbs, allowing you to adjust brightness and color temperature for reading or relaxation.
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Focused Lighting: When properly positioned, they provide direct illumination for reading or nighttime tasks without disturbing a sleeping partner.
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Visual Balance: Symmetrical pendant lights on each side of the bed can help frame the headboard and enhance the overall design of the room.
Design Considerations
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Height: Pendants should typically hang 24–30 inches above the nightstand surface or around 40–55 inches above the floor, depending on ceiling height and personal preference.
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Style: Choose fixtures that complement your bedroom décor—sleek metal for a modern room, frosted glass for a soft look, or exposed bulbs for a more industrial feel.
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Lighting Type: Opt for soft, warm bulbs (2700K–3000K) for a cozy atmosphere. If you use the light for reading, ensure it provides enough brightness (at least 400–600 lumens).
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Control Access: Consider switches or dimmers within easy reach—either wall-mounted, remote-controlled, or integrated with a smart home system.
Bedside pendant lights are more than just a trend—they're a practical, stylish lighting solution that adds character and clarity to your bedroom. Whether you're remodeling or simply looking to elevate your space, they’re a functional upgrade with a lot of design potential.
Bedside pendant lights are a great alternative to bedside table lamps and bedside wall lights. We offer a great selection of bedside pendants and have a wide range of styles, colours and sizes available. Whether you are looking for a slim single pendant with a glass shade or a wider single pendant with a metal shade, we've got you covered!
What are bedside pendant lights?
Bedside pendant lights are as simple as they sound really. They are single pendants that suspend either side of your bed and are often used to create an ambient light output. They can also be used for additional lighting within the bedroom or as a reading light.
What styles of bedside pendant lights are available?
We have a wide selection of styles available when it comes to bedside pendant lights which include modern, traditonal, rustic and industrial. We also have a wide range of colour finishes such as black, chrome, brushed nickel, brass, antique brass, bronze and copper, just to name a few. This means if you are working to a specific colour shceme, there is a very good chance that we will have something to match or compliment your colours. We offer single pendants that are complete with glass shades and also metal shades which again are all available in several colour finishes and textures. Some people opt to just hang a decorative light bulb in a decorative ceiling suspension as they can look extremely effective and produce a cosy light output. The Angel single pendant is a great example of this.
Shop the full bedside pendant collection online today and transform your bedroom style. We offer Free delivery on all orders over £70 with a Next Day delivery option also available. If you would rather shop in person, why not visit our 7,000 square foot showroom in Staffordshire?
