Chandeliers can add beauty and brilliance to your room. They can be streamlined and modern or have traditional crystals that catch the light. Chandeliers can add elegance to a foyer even if the ceiling height is very high. Some can have hundreds of crystals that bend and refract the light creating a rainbow effect when the sunlight streams in. And other chandeliers can be quite small adding delicate charm to the smallest dark nook. Whether you prefer simple or ornate chandeliers, we have 4 tips on how to buy chandeliers. These tips are important to consider in order to prevent mistakes when purchasing a chandelier.
Chandeliers can be found in every country. From the airy filigree Parisian French chandeliers that sparkle gracefully in art galleries and fine restaurants, to the heavy ornate style of classic Tudor England chandeliers that sometimes come with gargoyles attached, each chandelier will display its’ own special quality.
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Here are four things to watch for when buying a chandelier.
1. Choose the correct diameter for your lighting. Measure the length and width of the room the chandelier will go in. As an example, if the room is 8 feet x 12 feet, then the sum is 20 feet. Now convert this to inches and the diameter of your chandelier should be 20 inches. This should be the correct diameter of your new chandelier.
2. Remember, the taller the ceiling the taller the chandelier. The height of a foyer will help determine the height of your chandelier. If you put that same chandelier in a dining room it would not fit. There should be at least a 30 inch clearance from the chandelier to the dining room table. The height can be adjusted by removing some of the chain links. But also do not install a chandelier that is too small for the space. Dimensions are important when it comes to purchasing chandeliers.
3. When learning how to buy a chandelier, choose a style of chandelier that matches the decor of the room it will be in. A room decorated in a modern style needs a chandelier that is also done in sleek modern lines. A more traditional style will have the dangling crystals that most people expect with this look. There are so many styles to consider when matching a chandelier to the look of the room. In the rustic style some people have even used deer antlers or bare metal to form the chandelier. This does not suit everyone’s taste but it shows the variety of choices out there.
4. Do consider the cost of the chandelier you need for your room. Prices range from very inexpensive to extremely expensive. Any of the looks in any style can be made to suit a wide range of price points. If you see the perfect chandelier but it is way out of your budget do not despair. A look alike can probably be found if you keep looking.
Buying a chandelier can involve a learning process. It’s a good idea to just visit your local stores and see what appeals to you. Also, pay attention to chandeliers in places that you frequent such as resorts and hotels. Taking note of other chandeliers can give you an idea of different effects you can achieve with different lighting.
If you are still unsure of what kind of chandelier to buy then do visit some open houses. Real estate people often schedule open houses in upscale neighborhoods. Walk through these homes and see how the different styles of chandeliers can change the feeling of a room.
Chandeliers add such beauty and brilliance to any room. Do keep these ideas in mind the next time you are shopping for a chandelier. It will make your purchase the perfect one.
Once you've selected the right chandelier for your room. It's so important to transport it safely. To see how professionals back delicate items like chandeliers, watch this how to pack chandeliers video.
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