Dainolite Aalto 27in 8-Light Chandelier | Contemporary Matte Black Metal and Clear Acrylic | Dining Room & Living Room | 27 x 27 x 29 | Model ALT-278C-MB
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Description
An 8-light chandelier from the Aalto collection, finished in matte black with clear acrylic accents, designed for dining rooms and living rooms.
The Aalto chandelier by Dainolite combines a sleek matte black metal frame with clear acrylic elements, creating a contemporary look that adds a touch of modern elegance to any space. The upward-facing bulbs cast light beautifully through the acrylic, making it a striking focal point for medium to large rooms.
Best for
- Dining rooms with tables 60-84 inches long, hung 30-36 inches above the table surface
- Living rooms and great rooms with ceilings 9 ft or higher, centered over a seating area
- Open-concept spaces where the chandelier defines the dining zone
- Contemporary or modern interiors that benefit from a clean, geometric silhouette
- Sloped ceilings up to 60 degrees, with adjustable drop length from 38 to 69 inches
Not ideal for
- Rooms with ceilings under 8 ft - the minimum drop of 38 inches may be too low
- Spaces requiring a downlight-focused fixture - bulbs face upward, creating ambient rather than task light
- Bathrooms or outdoor areas - rated for damp locations, but the acrylic and metal may not suit high-moisture environments
How bright is it?
Uses eight 60W E12 bulbs (not included) for a total of up to 480W incandescent equivalent. Actual brightness depends on bulb choice; with LED bulbs, you can achieve 4000-8000 lumens, suitable for ambient lighting in medium to large rooms.
Light color and feel
Bulbs face upward, creating a soft, diffused glow that bounces off the ceiling. The clear acrylic adds subtle sparkle. Dimmable with a standard incandescent/halogen dimmer (not included), allowing you to adjust from bright entertaining to a cozy dinner setting.
Sizing and fit
Overall dimensions: 27 inches wide by 27 inches deep by 29 inches high. Adjustable drop length from 38 to 69 inches using fractional rods. Canopy is 4.75 inches in diameter and 1 inch high. Weighs 16 lbs. Suitable for sloped ceilings up to 60 degrees.
Specifications
- Part of the Aalto Collection
- Finish: Matte Black
- Made of Metal
- Secondary Finish: Clear
- Secondary Made of Acrylic
- Genre: Contemporary
- (8) 60W E12 Bulbs
- Bulbs Not Included
- Bulb Beam Spread: 360 Degrees
- Bulb Direction: Up
- Voltage: 120V
- Type of Drop: Fractional Rods
- Drop Length: 39" (8+11+20)
- Drop Length (Min-Max): 38-69
- Install Position: Ceiling
- Sloped Ceiling Adaptable: Yes
- Maximum Slope: 60 Degrees
- Dimmable: Yes
- Dimmer Included: No
- Dimmer Type: Line Voltage
- Recommended Dimmer: Incandescent/Halogen
- Connection Type: Hardwire
- Length of Electrical Wire: 72"
- Assembly Required: Assembly Required
- Height/Vertically Adjustable: Yes
- Depth/Horizontally Adjustable: No
- Canopy/Backplate/Base Color: Matte Black
- Safety Rating: CUL, UL, ETL, CSA Listed
- For Use in Damp Locations
- Warranty Info: 1 Year
Frequently asked
Is the bulb included? No, bulbs are not included. The fixture uses eight E12 base bulbs, 60W max each.
Is it dimmable, and what dimmer should I use? Yes, it is dimmable. Use a standard incandescent/halogen line-voltage dimmer (not included).
Can I install this in a bathroom or outdoors? It is rated for damp locations, so it can be used in covered outdoor areas or bathrooms with limited moisture exposure, but not in direct contact with water.
What's the warranty? 1 year warranty from Dainolite.
Can this be installed on a sloped ceiling? Yes, it is adaptable for sloped ceilings up to 60 degrees.
Shipping information
Most of our items will ship within 24-48 hours within the receipt of the order.
You will receive tracking information as soon as your order leaves our warehouse.
Returns
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