Wayfair Review: Light Fixture Stores

Looking to check off all the items on your home improvement shopping list in one go, without ever leaving your favorite spot on the sofa? Wayfair for the win. With a massive online store boasting millions of items, including an impressive selection of more than 75,000 light fixtures, you're sure to find what you need.

Numerous filters will save you time

To get started on your hunt for the right light fixtures, you'll need to choose a category. This could be Ceiling Lights, Outdoor Lights, or Ceiling Fans, for example. From there, you can either choose a subcategory, like Pendant Lighting or Chandeliers, or click on Shop All to see everything on offer. Wayfair's filters will be your lifesaver, so that you don't have to randomly browse all 75,000 fixtures at once. You've got the usual filters like design, finish, and style, but Wayfair takes it oh-so-much-further to help you get right to what you want. Maybe you need light fixtures that are rated for damp/wet locations (hello, screened-in porches and pool patios). There's a filter for that. Ditto that for glass type, adjustability, commercial use, and nearly two dozen other ways to tell Wayfair what to show you.

Stunning high-end light fixtures if you're interested

Let's take a look at some of the most fantastic and fabulous light fixtures Wayfair carries. When browsing Wayfair's Ceiling Lights category, for example, prepare to be amazed by the range of options, from the extravagant to the everyday. Take, for instance, the 22-Light Dimmable Empire Chandelier by David Michael, discounted to just over $150,000 from its retail price of $226,807. Although it was on backorder at the time of our most recent visit to Wayfair, this statement piece is a hefty investment with 24K gold plating and Swarovski crystal. For those seeking something with more modern styling and yet slightly more budget-friendly, the Isotope LED Modern Linear Chandelier by 2nd Ave Lighting was "only" $64,000: a significant savings over the original price of $108,000. Fortunately, this chandelier was in stock and ready to ship, though there were only six left in stock.

Some fixtures have thousands of shopper reviews

Beyond the high-end options, Wayfair boasts a plethora of everyday fixtures to suit any taste and budget. And, we love how easy this store makes it to see which ones come in multiple colors, are available with free shipping and/or that can be delivered within two days. Also, because millions shop at Wayfair every year, many light fixtures have a ton of customer reviews: use those to your advantage to see which products are a hit and which ones you should pass by. As an example, the Lani Glass Semi Flush Mount by Birch Lane, with a starting price of an affordable $55, had over 6,200 customer ratings during our recent visit to Wayfair. With an average of 4.7 out of 5 stars and reviews with photos showing the fixture installed in shoppers' homes, this product would be an easy "yes" if it fits your taste.

30-day returns, free shipping on $35+

How about shipping and returns? Wayfair's return policy is just average: you'll have 30 days to make the call on whether or not you're keeping the light fixture, and it's up to you to pay for the return shipping fees. But, at least you'll get free shipping on the delivery side of things, as long as your order is at least $35 (and most light fixtures are).

Installation help now available

One surprise in this most recent evaluation of Wayfair: the retailer now offers to help you find a professional to take care of the installation of your light fixture. It's through a partnership with Angi, and you'll find those options when you get to the checkout stage. Figure a cost in the neighborhood of $130+ for a single fixture install, and there will likely be a surcharge if the ceiling height is over 11 feet.

Lots of complaints, but responses are appropriate

We don't overlook the fact that Wayfair has received a LOT of complaints. From products that don't arrive when expected to problems getting someone at Wayfair to care about items that aren't in good condition right out of the box, there's no shortage of ways that some have been disappointed by the shopping experience here. And yet, the Better Business Bureau still gives Wayfair a perfect "A+" rating and accreditation, so you can trust that across millions and millions of online orders, the company is doing a perfectly solid job of responding to problems as they arise.

Great selection is worth browsing

Wayfair's extensive selection and user-friendly platform make it a convenient choice for purchasing light fixtures. While Wayfair may not specialize in home improvement or lighting, the competitive pricing, abundant inventory, and newly-added options for installation help have earned this retailer a praiseworthy rating.

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