Add Elegance with a Crystal Chandelier

There is no doubt that a crystal chandelier brings style and elegance into a room. They are beautiful hanging lights that provide a real centrepiece and focal point for the room. Where to hang them and how to choose the right design are important if you want to create the dramatic effect that a crystal chandelier can provide. This article explores everything you need to know to get the right design and create the perfect look in the home.

In order to get it right, you must choose a light that is an appropriate size for the room. That means getting one too small will not look good, neither will getting one that is just too large for the space provided. Hallways are the perfect place for a hanging light as it is the first thing people see when they walk into a room. Hallways can be narrow and small however so a small design will be most suitable here. The dining room table can really be brought alive through the hanging of an elegant light above it. It is even possible to purchase a chandelier type light on a spring so you can pull it nearer to the table when you want more lighting. This makes it perfect as both atmospheric lighting but also for task lighting.You'll find lots of brass options that are reproductions of valuable antique lighting styles. No longer just for the rich and famous, chandeliers are now an affordable option for every homemaker interested in a lighting fixture that will make their home look special and elegant.A chandelier light can look good in any room, formal for the hallway for an instant effect, mini size for a bathroom or breakfast bar, coloured glass or crystals for the master bedroom, they provide a focus point for the room and can be really effective if chosen to complement the d�cor and furnishings. Larger sizes look better in living areas, spacious kitchens or hallways and bedrooms, whilst simpler styles can be a real feature in a smaller area. The dining room table is a popular place to hang one and creates a great conversation piece as well as making a centerpiece stand out.For an antique look candle chandeliers can create a great atmosphere, the first chandeliers dating from the middle ages used candles and have been the inspiration of chandelier designers ever since. These days the candles are more often than not replaced with electric light bulbs, but you can still find some styles featuring real candles if you look.

If you want to make the most out of your home then getting the lighting right is very important. A crystal chandelier can provide elegance and style and coloured chandeliers provide a unique and contemporary edge to any room. Depending on your own taste, interior design and budget will depend on what type of light you buy. You will never regret purchasing crystal chandeliers for the home.

Author: Kathryn Dawson