What affects the cost of suspended lighting?

By , 299 Lighting · Published · 4 min read

In short

Suspended lighting cost depends on length, output, distribution, colour quality, controls, emergency, finish and bespoke shapes.

What affects the cost of suspended lighting?

Know what drives cost to compare quotes fairly.

Cost drivers

  • Metres of line or number of pendants
  • Direct or direct/indirect
  • Output and optics
  • CRI and tunable white
  • Controls and emergency
  • Custom lengths, curves and finishes

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Frequently asked questions

Are direct/indirect pendants more expensive?

Often slightly, but they improve comfort and LG7 performance.

Do curved pendants cost more?

Yes, bespoke shapes involve more engineering and manufacturing.

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