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May 29, 2009 
Chandeliers used to be considered stuffy and out of date, but today they simply drip with style. Chandeliers can brighten and decorate any room with class and elegance. With so many styles available, it is important to decide what you want your chandelier to do for the room in which you are placing it. In this article, we'll share some useful tips about this popular form of lighting that will help you select the right style for you.
Ideally, a chandelier should complement a room without distracting from the rest of the design. Size is a major consideration, so if you are designing a simple room, an elaborate or ornate lighting fixture may look out of place. However, a luxurious, richly decorated room can glow in the refracted light of a spectacular crystal chandelier. By the same token, a small fixture can fade into insignificance in a massive space. Generally, for dining rooms, chandeliers should be twelve inches shorter than the table's width. The proportions of the room to the fixture can be another crucial decision. Measure both the room and any potential chandeliers to make sure that it will fit without either getting lost or engulfing your entire room.
The next consideration should be the level of illumination that chandeliers can provide. Sixty watt bulbs are the normal strength for chandeliers with one or two sockets. A chandelier with more than three branches should use forty-watt bulbs to provide light that is pleasant and not overpowering. You may choose to install a dimmer switch to give you more control over how much light your fixture gives the room.
Wrought iron chandeliers offer style and sophistication to your home, at a fraction of the cost of a crystal chandelier. Additionally, wrought iron lasts must longer, making your investment in the product a lasting investment, versus the short shelf life of many other chandelier materials. However, crystal chandeliers remain the classic choice. Though dining rooms are the settings most conventionally associated with chandeliers, there's nothing to stop you from using one to add a stylish touch to any other room, including the bathroom. Just make sure that it blends with the decor.
When choosing a chandelier for your home, make sure that the manufacturer provides instructions about caring for the piece. Brass chandeliers and crystal and glass chandeliers are delicate and can scratch easily. To avoid damaging the fixture, never spray cleaner directly onto the surface, and wipe with a soft cloth instead of paper towel. Iron chandeliers are sturdier, but it's still best to dust or wipe with a soft cotton material. Never put any of the pieces in the dishwasher. It's also important to keep instructions for putting your fixture together so that you know how to put the pieces back after cleaning them. Taking a picture is a good idea so you'll always have something to refer to. Caring for this beautiful piece takes some time and care, but the opulence it gives your home makes it worth it.
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