While our fixtures are not rated according to the IP system, they can be UL listed. The sockets in our glass pendants are protected against dust ingress by the light bulb when it is installed, but there is no mechanism to protect against water intrusion should a spray be directed towards the fixture.

GLASS: Please use care when handling and cleaning your glass shades. The glass can be cleaned by wiping it with a soft damp cloth. Apply glass cleaner to the cloth rather than directly onto the fixture. Although we don’t recommend any specific brand of glass cleaner, it may help to use a dry soft cloth afterward to remove any leftover streaks.

METAL: Clean metal with a damp microfiber cloth and wipe gently. We do not recommend using any commercial or heavy-duty cleaner or polish that may damage the finish. This includes abrasives, alcohol, solvent, or wax.

*For safety reasons, please make sure the power supply is turned off to any fixture when being cleaned.

All Niche pendants are shipped with a complimentary incandescent light bulb to use with your pendants. If you are having issues with this courtesy bulb, please see below.

If your bulb has burned out immediately or is flickering, we advise you to consult with an electrician to rule out any wiring issues. If your pendant is installed on a dimmer, the dimmer system may impact the lifespan of the incandescent bulb. We recommend purchasing LED bulbs through Niche as they are lower wattage and a longer lifespan.

Please note that these bulbs are not covered under our Niche Warranty Policy. Niche is unable to troubleshoot electrical wiring issues.

Pendants require standard medium-based E26 bulbs which can be found online or at any local store that supplies light bulbs. You can order new bulbs directly through Niche, but these will require a fee.

Niche pendants are best used as accent lamping to provide a warm, intimate glow. It is recommended to install alternative lighting for functionality.

Niche's pendants and chandeliers are designed to be used with the bulbs that Niche provides, but each fixture is wired to fit medium-based threaded A-Type bulbs. In most cases, It's not able to provide substitutions for higher wattage bulbs, but you are certainly able to try a different bulb sourced elsewhere! If the bulb you would like to use is under 100 watts, fits within the glass, and uses the standard threaded bulb socket, the bulbs should work fine without any problem. 

Of course! Niche offers alternative LED options for every pendant.

Incandescent bulbs last between 1,500 - 3,000 hours. LED bulbs last 25,000 hours or about 3 years. To make your bulb last longer, It's recommended to use a dimmer with incandescent and compatible LED bulbs.

Incandescent bulbs provide a soft, warm amber glow, showcasing a vintage filament style. LED bulbs give off a brighter white light and tend to last about 25x longer while using a fraction of the energy.

Niche's pendants are wired with 120V/E26 sockets that fit medium-based threaded bulbs. The maximum wattage for each pendant is 100 watts with the exception of the Minaret, which has a maximum of 60 watts.

While our lights are not CE listed, they are UL listed for the US. 

A cord set is the main electrical component of a Niche light pendant.

The cord set is composed of an electrical socket and electrical cable. These flexible SVT cord sets include a socket and a ring that tightens to hold your glass shade in place. Cord sets are available in both 120 volt and 240 volt options, as well as black and silver metal finishes in varying cord lengths.

The junction box, or electrical box, is where the electrical wires originate from. The junction box is where you will connect the wires to the cord set and where the ceiling canopy will attach to support the light. The junction box does not come with the pendant and must be purchased separately.

Orders based in the U.S. will need 120v settings. However, overseas orders may need 240v options. Please double check that your hardware is the correct voltage before purchasing.

Voltage

Voltage measures the output of electrical current. The greater the voltage, the greater the flow of electrical current.

Lumens

Lumens is a unit of measurement for brightness. The higher the lumens, the brighter the bulb.

Wattage

Wattage measures energy use, not light output. With new energy-efficient LED technology, Niche can no longer rely upon wattage to indicate how bright a bulb is. Wattage should never exceed the limits of the cord set for safety reasons. Lamping in our standard cord sets should not exceed 100 watts. For glass holder cord sets, included standard in our Minaret pendants, lamping should not exceed 60 watts.

Cord sets are adjustable on-site. A 4’ black cord set is included in each pendant purchase, which is perfect for a standard ceiling height. However, if you have high ceilings, consider purchasing a 12’ or 24’ cord set. These can be cut to your desired length. Cord sets are available in black and silver metal finishes and 120v or 240v options.

Pendants can be installed on beams and sloped ceilings.

Niche lighting fixtures are not suitable for outdoor use and are not damp rated. We recommend Niche fixtures for indoor use and as ambient lighting to be used with other lighting sources for optimal function.

Installing your Niche pendant is pretty straightforward, but we strongly suggest that you work with a certified electrician to ensure proper safety and installation.

Standard conversion rate: 1’ = 0.31m

4’ = 1.22m

12’ = 3.66m

24’ = 7.32m

Generally, light fixtures hang 28-32” above a tabletop and 30-40” above a countertop.

Each pendant comes with a standard incandescent bulb, 4’ black cord set, and a 5” black ceiling canopy. Alternative LED bulbs, cord set lengths and finishes, and canopy metal finish options are available for an upcharge.