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7 Tips to Choose An Ideal Chandelier/Light Fixture

Rustic chandelier. Image from https://www.lampsplus.com/chandeliers/

7 Tips to Choose An Ideal Chandelier/Light Fixture

Faith Wambui by Faith Wambui
29 July 2022
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If you’re here, then you’re probably thinking about buying a chandelier, right? Okay, maybe you already have one or you’re looking to upgrade, either way, you’re exactly where you need to be right now. Chandelier light fixtures are commonly known for being some of the most elegant and sophisticated decorations that one can add to the interior of their home or property. Whether it is a new addition to your living room, kitchen, dining room, or bedroom, you can be certain that this new lighting fixture will be the focal point and add that little drama to the space.

When shopping for chandeliers, here are a few things you should consider;

1.    Know Your Budget 

How much are you willing to spend? Chandeliers differ in size and shape, as well as price. If you don’t have a lot of money to work with, you might want to filter out what you can’t afford.

It is worth noting that going for an affordable option doesn’t necessarily mean you’re resigned to something less stylish or smaller. However, a bigger budget will often mean a bigger collection to select from.

2.    Design Theme 

Before you buy a chandelier, you should first have an idea of the kind of theme you’re going for. These days, you can get chandelier fixtures that come in several different styles, from contemporary, modern, traditional, and so on.

The design theme you’re going for should greatly influence your final decision, for obvious reasons of course.

3.    Space 

Yes, you might have enough money to buy a chandelier, but have you got enough space for it?

When choosing a chandelier light fixture, make sure you have an idea of how much space you’ve got for it. You’ll have problems if the chandelier you buy is too big for the space you’ve got in the room you want to place it in.

Measure the size of your room and have those measurements and dimensions in mind when you finally go and buy the chandelier you want. 10 Tips On Decorating A Small Space

4.    Material and Finish 

Chandeliers are made from many different materials nowadays. You want to consider the ones which are manufactured using materials like iron, metal, aluminium, brass, and crystals. Consider how the material used will blend with all the other aspects of the space.

5.    Ceiling Height 

Besides knowing how much space you’ve got to work with, you’ll need to also determine whether you have enough ceiling height for a chandelier. Ceiling height is another key factor that’ll help determine what kind of chandelier you can get.

Rooms with high ceilings are ideal for chandelier fixtures that droop down and hang low from the ceiling.

6.    Chandelier Size 

Remember, chandelier fixtures aren’t a “one-size-fits-all”. The size of the chandelier you want will determine how the final design of your interior looks. Huge chandeliers are ideal for spaces that are roomy and wide open. Regardless, be sensible when choosing one and make sure it’s a size that’ll look good in the room you’ve designated for it.

7.    Long-Term Maintenance 

When picking a chandelier, it is important to think about what it will take to maintain its quality in the long run. Once you install it, you’ll probably need to clean it regularly if you want to prolong the fixture’s quality. Just as with other decorative furniture pieces, chandelier fixtures will also accumulate dirt and dust. So pick one that won’t be problematic to maintain.

Whether you want a chandelier fixture for the aesthetic, one to add a little character to your living room, or one that’ll help set a certain tone in the dining room, these light fixtures are the classic options that’ll help you make that big impression.

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