Industrial Pendant Light
Join me for a step by step tutorial and create your own DIY Industrial Pendant Light. This unique design is a perfect addition to any home.
Well friends, it's time for another Home Depot Gift Challenge! This is the challenge when we chose an item from Home Depot (*not sponsored, we just like their products!*) and a creative group of bloggers made new DIY projects form that object. This month we chose chain, which was perfect because I have been wanting to make this new Industrial Pendant Light for a while now!
We've had this light in our kitchen since we moved in. Sure, it's pretty... but in my opinion it's outdated. It's not my style. AND it's not centered! That's three strikes. Time for a change.
Once I knew we wanted to make a light fixture, I chose this metallic decorative chain from Home Depot to hand the fixture from the ceiling.
Start by downloading your FREE PLANS here!
A list of lumber required for the project is included in the design plans.
Other Materials:
Three 5 ft. chain kits (above)
Three sockets
Three light bulbs
25ft. of wire (how low you hang it will determine how much you need)
Screws
Three ½" copper clamps
Wood glue
Epoxy (to glue copper pipe)
Start by cutting all of your wood according to the "cut list" in the design plans. Sand all pieces prior to assembly.
Assemble your side frames (parts C, G, E). Glue and clamp to let dry.
After the side frame was dry, we made a jig to drill all of the holes for our dowels to ensure that they all lined up.
Next, you want to cut out part F and put them in place to mark out the part you want to notch.
Use your table saw or router to notch out the middles of the F parts. The parts should fit snuggly.
Now, glue two pieces of your 2x4s together to create part I. We started with two larger pieces and cut them down, as per the designs.
Once the glue is dried on part I, use a hole saw
Use a forstner bit 
Cut edges of part I according to design plans.
Finally, cut and assemble parts B and D for the top of the light fixture. Also assemble the bottom of the fixture - parts E and D.
Assemble the sides, top and bottom together. Glue and screw everything into place.
Cut plugs to fill the screw holes. Use wood filler to fill any holes. Once the glue and filler is dry, give the piece a final sand.
When all the parts are ready. Stain and varnish to desired finish. Glue copper pieces (part J) in place after the stain and varnish are dry.
Wire and hang up your beautiful new fixture! I LOVE how ours looks. Such a HUGE transformation! I love the rustic, vintage vibe it gives off, and I LOVE LOVE the new feel of my kitchen :)
I'm sorry to tell you that this is the final Home Depot Challenge :( It's been SO fun getting creative with new Home Depot projects and working with my fellow amazing bloggers! I'm SO happy that you enjoyed it!
For now, make sure that you check out the other projects from the final Home Depot Challenge. Click the photo below to find the tutorial!
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Awesome project, Lindi. Thank you for sharing.
I'm going to start somthing similar.
Cheers
Wo Oliver
What kind of light sockets and wiring did you use? Trying find some on amazon, so many to choose from. I did this build yesterday for my parents. They have a huge table so I did 4 lights vs the 3 lights. I will send pics when it's all done.
That's great! I can't wait to see the pics!
Here's a couple of suggestions (affiliate links). We are not electricians though, and it is always recommended to consult a professional before wiring :)
Wire: http://amzn.to/2kWLvfv
Sockets: http://amzn.to/2mc7aRg
Let me know if you need anything else!
I LOVE this! Did you use a finish over the stain to make it more heat resistant at all from the bulbs? If so, what type? Thank you! :)
Hey! So glad you like it! No, we didn't ever use any heat resistant protector. Honestly the bulbs are so far away from the wood and don't get close to hot enough to do any damage. Ours is on every day and still looks and works great! Hope that helps!
Thank you for the quick reply! Great to know and that totally helps! :)
It's so beautiful! I love this idea so much! Can't say if it's a DIY light. Thank you for sharing the tutorial! What an inspiring project to try.
any chance of actual plans and wiring instructions? the link just takes me to a cut list and detailed drawings of each individual board, no plans whatsoever.
Sorry, those are the only plans available! If you have any specific questions throughout the build, feel free to ask!
It is one of the best posts for this topic and I really appreciate your great efforts. Thanks for sharing your information.