Uttermost pendant lights combine premium materials with distinctive design from a family-owned American company with five decades of experience. Bob and Belle Cooper founded Uttermost in 1975 in Rocky Mount, Virginia, and the Cooper family continues to own and operate the company today. Mac Cooper leads as President and CEO, maintaining the founders' commitment to quality lighting at fair prices.

Award-winning designers including Carolyn Kinder, Matthew Williams, and Jim Parsons create each pendant design. The Revelation brand, launched in 2015, offers premium upscale designs with limited distribution for interior designers and retailers who value exclusive, fashion-forward looks. These collections span woven natural materials, hand-blown glass, forged metals, and crystal accents.

Every pendant ships with advanced packaging reinforcement designed for safe transit, resulting in some of the lowest damage rates in the lighting industry. Most fixtures include 15 feet of wire, adjustable stems, and matching canopies for flexible installation heights.

Woven Antique Brass Collection

The Sigh pendant features woven construction in an antique brass finish that creates an open, airy silhouette suited to kitchen islands and breakfast nooks. The Murmur pendant offers a smaller single-light option in the same woven antique brass aesthetic. Both designs filter light through the open weave pattern, casting interesting shadows on surrounding surfaces.

Rattan and Cane Pendants

The Ladakh pendant presents woven cane construction in a nine-light configuration that illuminates dining rooms and entryways with warm, diffused light. The Hilo pendant combines natural rattan with oil rubbed bronze accents in a four-light design. Rattan construction offers durability while creating the organic texture that suits coastal, bohemian, and transitional interiors.

Rope and Twine Pendants

The Macrame pendant features knotted rope construction with brushed gold accents in a four-light design. The Burleson pendant offers natural twine in an open weave three-light configuration. The Hestia pendant uses natural beige rope for a single-light fixture suited to smaller spaces. The Bend pendant presents a natural tone single-light design with organic appeal.

Melon and Watered Glass

The Bellaire pendant showcases clear melon glass in a single-light design that becomes a sculptural focal point. The Gaia pendant features clear watered glass with organic texture that diffuses light while adding visual interest. Watered glass creates a rippled effect that catches and refracts light, producing dynamic illumination patterns throughout the day.

Geometric Glass Collection

The Geodesic pendant presents frosted geometric glass shapes with matte antique brass finish in a five-light linear configuration. These pendants work over kitchen islands and dining tables where multiple lights provide even illumination across longer surfaces. The geometric forms add mid-century modern appeal while the frosted glass softens light output.

Glass Cylinder and Globe Pendants

The Telesto pendant features glass cylinders with textured black and antique brass accents in an eight-light configuration. The Huch pendant presents a white spotted glass globe that creates a softer, more diffused light suitable for bedrooms and reading areas. Glass cylinder designs showcase the bulb filament while protecting the light source and directing illumination downward.

Statement Chandeliers

The Cadre pendant delivers dramatic impact with fourteen lights in antique brass finish, creating a commanding presence over large dining tables and in two-story foyers. The Franconia pendant offers eight lights in matte black for modern spaces that benefit from substantial illumination. These statement fixtures require rooms with ceiling heights of nine feet or more for proper visual proportion.

Crystal Sphere Pendant

The Vicentina pendant presents beveled crystal spheres with burnished silver champagne leaf finish in a six-light design. Crystal elements catch and refract light, creating sparkle and movement throughout the room. This pendant suits formal dining rooms and entryways where traditional elegance combines with modern proportions.

Linear and Island Pendants

The Vanier linear pendant features five ceramic white lights in a row for kitchen islands and long dining tables. Linear configurations distribute light evenly across rectangular surfaces. The Euclid pendant offers six lights in polished nickel finish with geometric appeal suited to contemporary kitchens and modern dining spaces.

Lantern Style Pendants

The Montreal pendant presents warm brass lantern construction with four lights in a classic cage silhouette. Lantern pendants work in entryways, over kitchen islands, and in hallways where the enclosed design contains light while adding architectural interest. The warm brass finish suits traditional, transitional, and farmhouse interiors.

Matte Black Collection

The Darby pendant offers dark bronze single-light construction with clean lines suited to modern spaces. The Apollo pendant combines matte black and gold finishes in a single-light design that adds contemporary contrast. The Alita pendant features black metal construction with three lights for spaces requiring more illumination without visual heaviness.

Wood and Metal Combinations

The Myers pendant pairs warm gray wood with antiqued brass accents in a four-light modern design. The Kauri pendant features wood bead construction in a five-light configuration that creates organic warmth. Wood elements bring natural texture to pendant lighting while brass and bronze metals provide durability and refined finish quality.

Oval and Drum Shade Designs

The Ovala pendant features a beige linen oval shade with antiqued gold leaf finish in a three-light configuration. Oval shades create a softer, more organic silhouette than round or drum shapes, suited to dining rooms and bedrooms where ambient light matters more than task illumination. The antiqued gold leaf finish adds warmth without appearing overly formal.

White Linen Hanging Shades

The Andalucia pendant presents white linen in a four-light hanging shade design that diffuses light evenly throughout the room. White linen shades work in both traditional and contemporary settings, creating soft ambient light without harsh shadows. The neutral shade color pairs with any metal finish and complements diverse interior color palettes.

Shade Care and Light Quality

Linen shades produce warm, diffused light that reduces glare while providing adequate illumination. The fabric filters harsh bulb light into softer ambient glow suited to living areas where relaxation matters. Dust linen shades monthly with a soft brush attachment on low vacuum setting. Avoid wet cleaning, which can stain or distort the fabric shape.

Kitchen Island Placement

Hang pendant lights 30 to 36 inches above kitchen island surfaces for proper task lighting and clear sightlines. For islands six feet or longer, use linear pendants or multiple single pendants spaced 24 to 30 inches apart. Most Uttermost pendants include 15 feet of wire and adjustable stems that allow precise height positioning to match your island and ceiling heights.

Dining Room Height Guidelines

Position dining pendants and chandeliers 30 to 36 inches above the table surface. Rooms with ceilings higher than eight feet can accommodate slightly lower hanging heights without overwhelming the space. Multi-light fixtures like the Cadre 14-light or Vicentina 6-light designs require additional ceiling clearance to maintain proper visual balance.

Entryway and Foyer Installation

Foyer pendants should hang with the bottom of the fixture at least seven feet above the floor to allow clearance for foot traffic. Two-story foyers can accommodate larger statement fixtures like the Franconia 8-light or Cadre 14-light designs. Scale the pendant diameter to roughly one-third the width of the entryway for proper visual proportion.

What bulb types work with Uttermost pendants?

Most Uttermost pendants use standard Edison sockets (E26) that accept bulbs up to 60 watts. Multi-light chandeliers often use candelabra sockets (E12) with smaller decorative bulbs. LED bulbs work in all fixtures and reduce energy consumption while providing equivalent light output. Some pendants include bulbs, while others require separate bulb purchase.

How do I adjust pendant hanging height?

Uttermost pendants typically include 15 feet of wire plus adjustable stems in 12-inch and 6-inch lengths. Combine stems to achieve your desired hanging height, then trim excess wire if needed. For chain-suspended fixtures, remove or add chain links to adjust height. Always turn off power at the circuit breaker before making height adjustments.

Can I use dimmers with pendant lights?

Most Uttermost pendants work with dimmer switches when paired with dimmable bulbs. LED bulbs require LED-compatible dimmers for smooth dimming without flickering. Check bulb packaging for dimmer compatibility before installation. Dimmers allow you to adjust light levels for different activities and create ambient mood lighting for evening entertaining.

How many pendants do I need over a kitchen island?

Use one pendant for every two feet of island length as a starting guideline. A six-foot island typically needs three pendants spaced 24 to 30 inches apart. Alternatively, choose a linear pendant like the Geodesic 5-light or Vanier 5-light that covers the entire island with one fixture. Consider both task lighting needs and visual proportion when selecting quantity.

What size pendant works over a dining table?

Pendant diameter should measure roughly one-half to two-thirds the width of your dining table. A 42-inch round table works with pendants 21 to 28 inches in diameter. Rectangular tables six feet or longer benefit from oval pendants, linear fixtures, or multiple pendants arranged in a row. Leave at least six inches of clearance on each side of the table.

Do Uttermost pendants include mounting hardware?

Uttermost pendants include matching canopies, mounting brackets, and necessary hardware for standard ceiling installation. Most fixtures mount to standard junction boxes. Sloped ceiling adapters may require separate purchase for installations on angled ceilings. Professional electrician installation ensures safe wiring connections and proper support for heavier fixtures.