The page clearly states that the fixture has an adjustable hanging height, but it also lists specific cord configurations, such as 120" Natural Hardwire and 48" Black, White, and Gold Chain options. The better way to read this is that you are choosing among available cord setups for an adjustable pendant, rather than selecting between two fixed final drop heights.
The real question is not whether the pendant comes in only two heights, but whether 48" and 120" describe the available cord configurations for an adjustable fixture, and from what the page currently shows, they do.
What the Whisper Leaf product page currently lists
Here is what the product page confirms across installation types and cord configurations:
Installation types available:
- Lampshade only
- Hardwire (Ceiling)
- Plug-In (Wall)
Current hardwire cord configurations:
| Configuration | Starting Cord Length |
| 120" Natural Hardwire | 120 inches |
| 48" Black Hardwire | 48 inches |
| 48" White Hardwire | 48 inches |
| 48" Gold Chain Hardwire | 48 inches |
| Brass Gold Flushmount | ~9 inches |
| Plug-In options | Up to 180 inches |
The page also states "Adjustable hanging height" as a highlighted feature of the fixture.
What do 48" and 120" mean?
These numbers refer to the maximum cord length of each configuration, not fixed installed drop heights that you're locked into.
Think of them as the starting setup you choose from:
- If you choose 120" Natural Hardwire, you're starting with up to 120 inches of cord that can be shortened during installation to whatever hanging height your ceiling requires.
- If you choose 48" Black, White, or Gold Chain Hardwire, you're starting with up to 48 inches of cord - a shorter-drop configuration suited to standard ceiling heights where you don't need a long hang.
So the decision isn't "do I want the pendant to hang exactly 48 inches or exactly 120 inches?" It's "which cord configuration gives me the starting length I need to reach my target hanging height?"
Image by Rowabi’s customer.
Is the pendant fixed at those lengths once installed?
No, because the page describes the fixture as having an adjustable hanging height, the listed lengths are the maximum available for each cord option, not the installed height to which the fixture is locked.
In practice, this works the same way as most adjustable hardwire pendants: during installation, excess cord is trimmed or gathered to reach the desired drop, and the remainder is managed inside the canopy. The fixture hangs at whatever height suits your space, as long as it falls within the range of the cord configuration you selected.
If your target hanging height requires less than 48 inches of drop, both the 48" and 120" options will work. You simply trim more from the 120" cord. If your target height requires a drop between 48 and 120 inches, only the 120" option provides enough starting length to reach it.
What is still unclear from the public product page
The page confirms adjustability and lists the available cord configurations, but it does not clearly specify:
- The exact minimum drop for each hardwire option, i.e., how short the cord can be trimmed while remaining functional
- Whether the shortening process is the same across all hardwire configurations (corded vs. chain)
- Whether chain options like the 48" Gold Chain Hardwire can be shortened by removing links, or require different handling
If either of these details matters for your installation, particularly if you need a very short drop or are working with a specific ceiling height, it's worth confirming with the Rowabi team before ordering.
How to choose the right hardwire option
Use this as a practical starting point:
Choose 120" Natural Hardwire if:
- Your ceiling is taller than standard (9 feet or above)
- You want a longer, more visible cord drop
- You prefer the natural cord finish over black, white, or gold chain
Choose 48" Black, White, or Gold Chain Hardwire if:
- Your ceiling is standard height (8–9 feet), and you don't need a long drop
- You want a finish that matches or contrasts with your ceiling canopy or room hardware
- You prefer the look of a chain suspension rather than a cord
Choose Brass Gold Flushmount if:
- You want the fixture to sit very close to the ceiling with minimal drop
- You have a low ceiling or a space where a hanging pendant cord would feel out of proportion
Image by Rowabi’s customer.
Final answer
The Whisper Leaf Rattan Pendant Light is adjustable, not fixed at 48 or 120 inches. Those numbers represent the maximum cord length of each available configuration, and the cord is shortened during installation to reach your preferred hanging height.
Choose the configuration based on which starting length gives you enough range for your ceiling height and target drop. If you need anything beyond what the product page outlines, especially regarding minimum drop or chain adjustment, confirm with the Rowabi team before placing your order.
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→ Read our Pendant Hanging Height Guide
