Shapes that mirror the table
A rectangular tray over a rectangular table or a circle over a round table ties the ceiling to the furniture. Make the feature slightly bigger than the table and centre it. Keep the design simple.
Pendant and chandelier heights
Hang pendants so the lowest point is 75 to 85 cm above the table top, and chandeliers slightly higher in tall rooms. Make sure people at the table can see each other. Support heavy lights from the slab. See ceiling rose.
Warm dimmable light
Warm white 2700 K light flatters food and faces, and dimmers let you adjust for family meals or guests. Add task lights for serving areas.
Cove and downlights
A soft cove provides background light, with a few downlights for sideboards and walkways. Avoid downlights directly over diners' heads.
Heat and food smells
Open dining and kitchen areas need a good extractor, and ceilings near the kitchen should be wipeable or washable. Gypsum absorbs grease, so seal and paint well.
Colours
Warm neutrals, soft greens or a slightly darker ceiling over the dining table create an intimate feel. Avoid very bright white that feels clinical, and match to walls.
Indicative rates
These ranges show common fabrication and material figures.
| Item | Indicative range |
|---|---|
| Simple gypsum ceiling, per sq ft | PKR 90 - 180 |
| Tray or shaped feature, per sq ft | PKR 180 - 420 |
| Pendant fixing and rose | PKR 800 - 6,000 |
| Cove LED, per foot | PKR 150 - 500 |
| Paint, per sq ft | PKR 25 - 80 |
Prices move with brand, model, size and stock. Use these ranges to judge a quote, then compare the exact model and what is included.
Mistakes
Common mistakes are pendants too low or too high, off-centre features, harsh light and poor ventilation. Installation should be done by a trained ceiling fixer, with the structure, wiring and services above the ceiling checked first.
Before you decide
Centre the design over the table, set pendant heights carefully and use warm dimmable light. Take photos of your room, measure the ceiling height and the positions of beds, sofas, fans and windows, and share a simple sketch with the contractor so every quote covers the same design. Visit a finished ceiling by the same contractor if possible, and check joints, paint and light alignment before agreeing the final payment. Measure each room, make a simple sketch of the ceiling layout with light and fan points, compare at least two quotes on the same specification of material, framing, paint and labour, and keep the invoice and any warranty. Ask the contractor for the finished thickness, drop height and wiring plan in writing, check a completed ceiling in person if possible and agree stage payments, with a final payment only after the finish, joints and lights are inspected. Prices change with material costs and stock, so confirm the current figure before you decide.
Frequently Asked Questions
A tray or circle that mirrors the table with warm dimmable light. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering.
Indicative rates run from about PKR 90 to 420 per square foot plus lights. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.
About 75 to 85 cm above the table. Measure carefully and confirm sizes with the seller before ordering. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise.
Warm white, dimmable. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis.
Yes in open dining and kitchen areas. If you are unsure, send a photo and the measurements and we will advise. Ask for the specification in writing so you can compare quotes on the same basis. Check the warranty terms and who honours them before you pay.
Message us on WhatsApp with what you need and where it will be used. We check what we can supply and send a written rate showing the model, quantity, warranty and delivery, so you can judge it against other offers. Rates and stock change, so confirm the current position before you commit.