Tuesday, August 16, 2011

Choose a Red Chandelier & be Unique


A chandelier in the home might seem a little over the top to some, however just take a look online at the various styles and designs available and there are plenty of options that are subtle and would suit any room size and decor. Long gone are the days when chandeliers were only associated with ballrooms, stately homes and grand halls, next time you are out and about in friends houses, shopping in high street stores, or even watching TV, take an active interest in the lighting fixtures and you'll soon realize how popular chandeliers actually are.


It's worth mentioning that chandeliers are really more about style than lighting, although they can be very bright and enough to light up a large room most people tend to buy them for their looks. You can always supplement the light in the room by adding a floor or table lamp, or wall spotlights and sconces for extra light.If you order red, black, brass or crystal chandeliers online the merchant generally delivers the next day, some will even offer free delivery for orders over a certain amount.Once you have decided upon the size and style of your chandelier, you must next decide on what kind of lighting effect you are looking for. While all chandeliers direct light upwards and bounce it off the ceiling to produce a warm glow throughout the room, some are designed to produce downlight. These chandeliers better illuminate the dining room table and provide an added benefit of accent lighting for centerpiece displays. For some, it is possible to produce the downlight effect by adding miniature lamp shades around each of the light bulbs.Chandeliers can look good in any room, people like to hang them in the main bedroom, hallways, living rooms, above the dining table, even in the bathroom! It's important you get the measurements of the lighting fixture before buying and measure up the room it's going to be hung in. If you buy from a showroom without checking this then you might find it's far too big or even too small once you get it home. Measure the floor area, and the distance between the floor and the ceiling. If your ceiling is low or your home on the small side, then this will affect your decision. For the dining room it's advised to measure the distance between the table and the ceiling as you don't want to have to peer around it to see your dining guests!Many people don't even consider a chandelier for their home simply because they think they will be out of their price range. However there are lots of quality and beautiful options for under �100. You can find great designs incorporating 5 arms or less manufactured from antique brass or satin nickel, with beautifully crafted birdcage frames, or stunning crystal pendants and elegant decorative frames that would look perfect in any home.A chandelier in your dining room is something that will set the tone for all of the family meals for years to come. It is important to make sure that you select one that will influence the atmosphere without completely dominating it. By using the tips provided above, you should be able to find the chandelier that will provide a dining atmosphere conducive to your tastes. Above all, remember to have fun when shopping for chandeliers and do not be in a hurry to �just find one� because you will have to live with your decision for years to come.Searching online for a chandelier is a very simple process as websites allow you to sort by categories. For example if you have a budget of �100 and don't want to pay more for your lighting fixture than this, then you simply select this option and only those products under this figure come up. You can also sort by size, brand, style and colour.

If you order red, black, brass or crystal chandeliers online the merchant generally delivers the next day, some will even offer free delivery for orders over a certain amount.




Author: Kathryn Dawson


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