If you're in the same situation, love the fixture, but only need a short drop, here's the direct answer: yes, the hard-wire cord is fully adjustable and can be shortened to your preferred hanging length. You are not required to use all 120 inches.
That said, before you order, it's worth taking a minute to confirm exactly what your 10-inch measurement refers to. That one detail can affect how the installation comes together.
Is the 120" hard-wire cord adjustable?
Yes, the hard-wired cord on the Outdoor Kloe Rattan Pendant Light is fully adjustable. The 120-inch length is the maximum available drop, not a fixed requirement. You can shorten it during installation to whatever hanging length works for your space.
The real advantage of a 120-inch hardwire is not that you need all of that length. It's that you can shorten it to fit your space. Buyers who only need a 10-inch, 20-inch, or 30-inch drop still benefit from a longer-cord option, which gives them full flexibility during installation rather than locking them into a fixed drop.
You can easily change the cord length thanks to its adjustability. | Image by Rowabi.
Can it work for a 10-inch drop?
Yes, in principle, but it helps to clarify what "10 inches from the ceiling" means for your specific setup, because that phrase can refer to a couple of different things:
Option A - Full hanging drop: The total distance from the ceiling to the bottom of the fixture is 10 inches. This means the fixture sits very close to the ceiling, with minimal visible cord. This is a short-drop installation, and it works well in spaces with lower ceilings or where you don't want the pendant to extend into the room's sightline.
Option B - Visible cord length only: You want about 10 inches of exposed cord between the canopy and the top of the shade, with the fixture itself hanging further down. In this case, the total drop from the ceiling to the bottom of the fixture would be 10 inches plus the shade's height.
Neither interpretation is wrong; they're just different. Knowing which one you mean will help you plan the cord length and confirm the final hanging height before installation.
What to measure before ordering
Taking these measurements before you order saves you from having to re-adjust after installation:
- Ceiling height: Measure from the floor to the ceiling to get the full picture of the space you're working with.
- Desired bottom-of-fixture height: Decide where you want the bottom of the shade to sit. For a pendant over a dining table or kitchen island, the standard recommendation is 30–36 inches above the surface. For an open space such as a porch or entryway, aim for at least 7 feet of clearance to the floor.
- Your actual drop distance: Subtract your desired bottom-of-fixture height from your ceiling height. That's your total hanging drop, and that's the number you need when shortening the cord.
- Shade height: Don't forget to account for the shade's height. The Outdoor Kloe's shade adds several inches to the total drop, so the cord length you set needs to allow the fixture to hang to the right final height.
Once you have these numbers, the cord adjustment is straightforward, and you'll know exactly how much to trim.
Find the instruction sheet in the lighting box for a detailed guide to changing the cord length. | Image by Rowabi.
Why a short adjustable drop still works well
It might seem counterintuitive to buy a pendant with 120 inches of cord when you only need 10. But from an installation standpoint, more cord is almost always better than less.
A pendant with a shorter fixed cord, 12 or 18 inches, leaves you no room to adjust if your ceiling height or mounting position changes. A 120-inch adjustable cord gives you the full range. Whether you need 10 inches or 60 inches, you trim to fit. The excess cord is removed during installation, not coiled up behind the canopy.
This is especially useful in outdoor spaces like covered patios or porches, where ceiling heights can vary and getting the drop exactly right matters both aesthetically and practically.
Final answer
The Outdoor Kloe Rattan Pendant Light's 120-inch hardwire cord is fully adjustable, and it can be shortened to a 10-inch drop or any other length that works for your space.
Before ordering, just confirm whether your 10-inch measurement refers to the full drop from ceiling to the bottom of fixture, or only the visible cord length above the shade. Either way, the adjustable cord gives you the flexibility to make it work.
If you'd like help working out the right cord length for your specific ceiling and installation setup, reach out to the Rowabi team. We're happy to help before you order.
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