Is the 48" Natural hardwire adjustable?
The direct answer is a resounding YES. While the fixture comes with a standard 48-inch cord for those with vaulted or exceptionally high ceilings, it is designed to be modified during installation. You can shorten the cord to as little as 3 inches or set it to a mid-range length, like 20 or 40 inches, depending on your specific needs.
This adjustability is a core feature of Rowabi lighting, ensuring that our artisan-crafted rattan lighting isn't restricted only to grand, high-ceilinged homes. Whether you live in a modern apartment with standard 8-foot ceilings or a cozy cottage with more compact dimensions, the Nana Vermiculate can be tailored to fit your space.
The customizable hanging cord allows our rattan pendant light to work best with any tall. Image by Rowabi.
Why adjustability matters for lower dining room ceilings
Lower ceilings do not always mean you have to settle for small, uninspiring light fixtures. In fact, many design-led homes use larger statement pieces to create a sense of luxury and focus in a smaller room.
The primary benefit of an adjustable pendant light in a dining room is that it lets you control the "visual clearance" of the space. In a room with lower ceilings, a fixed-length cord can be a dealbreaker, either hanging so low that it blocks your guests' view or forcing you into a flush-mount style that lacks drama. With the Nana Vermiculate, you maintain that striking wabi-sabi aesthetic while ensuring the light stays at an appropriate height for safety and comfort.
Image by Rowabiâs customer.
What to measure before ordering
Before purchasing the Nana Vermiculate, it helps to do a quick "design audit" of your dining area. Even with an adjustable cord, you want to ensure the proportions feel intentional.
- Ceiling height: Measure from the floor to the ceiling. Most standard US homes have 8-foot (about 96-inch) ceilings.
- Table height: Most dining tables are approximately 30 inches high.
- The "Sweet Spot": Designers generally recommend that the bottom of the pendant hang 30 to 34 inches above the table surface. Check out the expert guide How To Choose the Right Size Dining Room Pendant for more tips.
Adding your table height (30") and your desired clearance (32") yields 62 inches. If your ceiling is 96 inches high, you have roughly 34 inches left for the pendant shade itself and the cord. Since the Nana Vermiculate shade has its own height, knowing you can shorten the cord to just a few inches means it will fit perfectly in a standard 8-foot room without feeling cramped.
Image by Rowabiâs customer.
Who this pendant is best for
The Nana Vermiculate is an ideal choice for several types of homeowners:
- The "Standard" homeowner: If you have 8-foot or 9-foot ceilings and want a low-ceiling rattan pendant light that still makes a bold statement.
- The statement seeker: For those who want the warmth of natural hand-woven fibers but need the flexibility of a hardwired pendant light with an adjustable cord.
- The Renovator: If you are unsure of your final furniture placement, the 48-inch adjustable cord gives you the freedom to change your mind during the final installation.
Faqs
Can the 48-inch cord be shortened?
- Yes, the cord can be adjusted during installation to any length from 3 inches up to the full 48 inches.
Is this pendant okay for lower ceilings?
- Because the cord is adjustable, you can pull the shade closer to the ceiling to ensure it doesn't obstruct the view or movement in the room.
Will this light work in my dining room?
- If you have a standard dining table and at least an 8-foot ceiling, this light is a great fit. Just be sure to measure the shade height to ensure you still have 30â34 inches of space above your table.
Is the hardware difficult to adjust?
- Adjustment is done at the time of hardwiring. Your electrician or a handy homeowner can easily tuck the excess cord into the ceiling canopy for a clean, professional look.
Final answer
The Nana Vermiculate Rattan Pendant Light is a forgiving and versatile piece for lower ceilings precisely because the 48-inch hardwire is adjustable. While the cord can be shortened to almost nothing, the final suitability depends on the height of the shade itself and your personal preference for how "dramatic" you want the drop to be.
As long as you maintain a comfortable clearance above your dining table, this fixture will bring a beautiful, organic texture to your home without overwhelming the vertical space. At Rowabi, we aim to keep design lighting within reach, and providing this level of installation flexibility is exactly how we ensure our pieces work for real families in real homes.
