Matte Black Three-Light Cage Pendant with Glass Shades

The matte black three-light cage pendant is a hardwired ceiling fixture for kitchen islands, dining tables, and home bars where the room needs three sources from one canopy and the decor leans farmhouse or industrial. Each of the three heads pairs a black metal cage with a glass shade, and the cords adjust so the drop can be matched to the ceiling height and to sloped ceilings.

Three E26 sockets rated to 60W each let the room be tuned by bulb choice: daylight lamps over a working kitchen, warm white over a dining table. The cage is open at the bottom, so bulbs are changed from below without dismantling the shade, and the matte finish keeps reflections off the metal in a room with windows on two sides.

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Design Story

The cage-and-glass pairing solves a problem that neither material solves alone. A bare cage leaves the lamp exposed and glaring at eye level; a closed glass shade hides the lamp but gives the fixture no structure. Putting glass inside a metal frame keeps the light diffused while giving the eye a line to follow, which is why the combination reads as farmhouse without a barn-door detail.

Matte black is chosen over gloss for the same reason it is used on hardware: a gloss surface picks up every window reflection in the room and turns a slim frame into a bright outline, while a matte one stays a silhouette. The matte finish also hides the small scratches that a fixture over a working counter collects over the years.

The open-bottom cage is the practical decision of the three. A bulb change becomes a reach from below rather than a shade removal, which matters over a table that would otherwise have to be cleared. LIGHTEXP specifies adjustable cords rather than fixed rods so the three heads can be set independently on a sloped ceiling, and notes that cords relax straight once hung, so a bend from packing is not a fault.

Where It Works Best

Kitchen island, three heads on one canopy. Where an island runs six to nine feet, three heads on a single canopy give even coverage without three separate ceiling boxes, and the cords can be set to different lengths if the ceiling slopes or if you want a staggered line. Hang the lowest shade about 30 inches above the counter and use daylight bulbs if the island does double duty as a prep surface. Matte black against white shaker cabinetry and black tapware reads as one deliberate hardware scheme. The Lighting Design Guides cover three-head spacing.

Dining table, warm and low. Over a rectangular table, three glass shades in a line light the full length evenly where a single central fitting leaves the ends dim. Set the drop so the shades sit 30 to 34 inches above the top, and fit warm white bulbs near 2700K so the glass reads amber rather than grey. A dark-stained table with spindle-back chairs completes the farmhouse reading; a black metal base table keeps it industrial instead. The Design Inspiration & Ideas section shows cage trios over dining tables.

Bedroom, home office, or home bar. In a bedroom the trio replaces a central flush mount with something that has presence without a fabric shade collecting dust; over a home bar the three heads light the counter and the back shelf at once. Because the sockets are standard E26, the same fixture can run bright in a workspace and warm elsewhere. If you are fitting more than one room, the Full Lighting Collection lists coordinating matte black pieces. Measure your ceiling before you set the cords.

Frequently Asked Questions

How is it installed, and should I use an electrician?

The fixture is hardwired to a ceiling junction box and ships with all the mounting hardware needed, so the work is a standard two-conductor connection with a screwdriver, wire connectors, and a voltage tester. Consulting a licensed electrician is recommended, particularly if there is no junction box at the position you want. The three cords are adjusted at the canopy rather than cut, so the height can be reset later.

Which bulbs fit, and does it work with a dimmer?

Each of the three sockets takes an E26 medium-base bulb up to 60W, and bulbs are not included, so you choose between daylight for task areas and warm white for dining. The fixture is compatible with most US dimmer switches when dimmable bulbs are used; neither the bulbs nor the dimmer is supplied. Matching the dimmer to LED load gives the steadiest low-end range.

How do I set the height, and will it fit a sloped ceiling?

The cords are adjustable and each head is set independently, so the fixture suits flat and sloped ceilings and the three shades can hang level or step with the ceiling line. Aim for about 30 inches between the lowest shade and a counter, and 30 to 34 inches above a dining tabletop. Shade dimensions and weight are not specified, so allow clearance around the fixture and check the box rating before mounting.

How should the glass and black frame be cleaned?

Turn the power off and let the bulbs cool before starting. Wipe the glass with a damp microfibre cloth and dry it to avoid streaks, reaching through the open bottom of the cage where needed. Dust the matte black frame with a dry cloth rather than polish, since abrasive or solvent products leave shiny patches on a matte surface. Wear gloves during installation to keep fingerprints off the finish.

How long does delivery take, and how is it packed?

Orders are processed within 3–5 business days, and standard delivery takes 7–15 business days. The fixture ships in protective foam-in-box packaging with tracking provided, with each glass shade cushioned separately and the cords coiled so nothing presses against the glass in transit.

What are the return and warranty terms?

Returns are accepted within 30 days on unused items in original packaging, so keep the carton and foam until the fixture is up and you are satisfied with the drop. The 24-month warranty covers structural components and the light module, including the canopy, cords, cage frames, and sockets; bulbs you add are a separate purchase and are not covered.