Metal Scandinavian Rise & Fall Pendant

Is the black shiny or matt?
Neither, it is a satin finish (semi-gloss)

Is the colour of the shade the same on the inside as the outside?
It is white on the inside.

Is this available without the lamp?
The fitting does not come with a lamp. However, if you are referring to the lamp holder - there is not a variant where this is excluded.

How far from the ceiling does it hang when it is at its highest?
680mm from the ceiling.

Could you please advise what the minimum and maximum drop from the ceiling is when it is fully raised?
When it is raised, the drop (the minimum drop) is 680mm. The maximum drop when fully extended is 1600mm.

I bought one of these last year and it keeps on falling from the height at which I set it. Is there any setting in the mechanism that makes it tighter, so that it can hold up the weight of the shade and lamp?
Inside the ceiling rose there is a positive and minus that is controlled by a turning a screw with your hands, If you tighten that it should fix your problems.

Can this work with a dimmer switch?
Yes. On a standard dimmer, as well as a dimmable bulb.

I am intending this for a kitchen/diner, that sometimes gets steamy (when cooking) -- is the satin nickel finish protected against rust?
Yes, it will be absolutely fine.

From the photo, "grey" looks like "satin" metal - is that correct? Since this is steel, is there a protective coating to prevent rust?
Yes, you're absolutely right the grey option of this rise and fall is satin nickel. If this is installed in the kitchen/living space it will not rust, it's designed for internal installation only.

How much does this unit weigh?
This is a light weight fitting and weighs approximately 2kg.

Please can you provide instructions for installation of this light fitting in UK.
Like most European Design light fixtures a ceiling hook (supplied) is required. This is fixed to the ceiling next to the flex coming through your ceiling. The electrical connection and hook are hidden when the “cup” is slid into place. Full instructions are supplied with the fixture.

Does the 680mm minimum drop include the 130mm of the ceiling rose?
The 680mm minimum drop does not include the rose.

Are these lights suitable for vaulted ceilings, please confirm the maximum drop?
We would not recommend installing this on a vaulted ceiling unless you intend to have it fully extended at all times. When the fitting is fully extended the total drop from the ceiling is 1600mm.

Hi, Could you tell me what the fitting for the ceiling is like?
The ceiling rose is 90mm in diameter and 130mm tall. Picture of rose has been added to the listing.

Hi. Could you tell me what the minimum drop for this light is please?
The total minimum drop is 680mm.