How to make a pendant lamp semi flush?
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I have a pendant lamp that hangs low due to a low ceiling, how can I make it a semi flush
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Mitzi, can you just shorten the chain? That's what I've done with pendants
If it doesn't have a chain but just a cord or combination cord and chain you can also shorten it. It would mean having to take the pendant down.
https://www.hunker.com/12314097/how-to-shorten-a-cord-on-a-pendant-light
If your pendant has the metal extension, remove it.
If your light just hangs from the cord, try this: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LmUSfM9BsyE