Change Your Home By Putting In Chandeliers

Posted by Jim Samposzi on September 8, 2009 under Home & Family | Be the First to Comment

Chandeliers are decorative lighting features which hang from the ceiling and are made up of two or more arms that hold candles or light bulbs. Chandeliers can range from giant, intricate lighting fixtures made of metal and glass to simple wooden options. Either way, in the correct place a chandelier can genuinely add to a room.

The word chandelier can evoke thoughts of posh ballrooms and stately mansions. In truth, chandeliers don’t have to be prohibitively costly and can work equally well in more basic settings. They can also vary a lot in price. You can fork out thousands of dollars on a beautiful antique chandelier, or you could in invest in something simple, but attractive, for around two hundred dollars.

Chandeliers are particularly good for providing overall light for a room, or for giving out ambient light. They work particularly well in, but are not limited to, hallways, dining rooms, living rooms and kitchens.

Chandeliers are made in a number of styles and from numerous substances. Brass, crystal and wrought iron are popular substances, or maybe the chandelier could be painted to match the color of the room. There are infinite styles of chandeliers and the ideal pick for you will depend on your tastes, as well as the furniture and decor of your room. When you search for a chandelier you will find many styles, including Neoclassical, Victorian and Art Deco, to name just some of them, so you won’t be lacking in choice.

The width of the chandelier you buy is also very important. It must match the size of the room where it will be fitted. Chandeliers which are too big or too shallow can look out of place and spoil the effect.

A good rule of thumb is to add the length and width of the room in feet, and leave an inch in diameter for every foot measured. So, if your answer comes 20 feet, your chandelier should have about a twenty-inch diameter. Also, keep head clearance in mind when purchasing a chandelier, there should be no risk of people bumping their heads.

Unlike many lighting fixtures, chandeliers can be heavy, sometimes very heavy. This can make them tricky to fit, and you will have to ensure that your ceiling is strong enough to hold the weight of the chandelier. It may be a good idea to have an lighting specialist look after the job for you.

How much you spend on your chandelier will depend on what you require. As mentioned before, they are made in all shapes on sizes so you should find a chandelier to suit any budget. For example, a medium-sized wrought iron chandelier could cost in the region of $500, while a big crystal chandelier could fetch well over five thousand dollars.

Jim is a publicist with more than 20 years editorial experience. Jim is presently engaged as a national correspondent for many well-known b2b portals and has become the resident expert on decorative lighting. Take the time to visit our very useful website for more information on Chandelier and Gold Chandeliers.