Many people wonder where they should put a chandelier. There are plenty of spaces all around the home that would work well with a chandelier or other type of hanging light. In many cases, a chandelier is the only type of light that would look sensational. This article acts as a guide to the best places in the home for a chandelier and if a chandelier isn't appropriate, what are the best lights to use. Read on to find out more!
The intricate patterns made by the joining of the metal wires create small �windows�. Each window (panel) is lined with satin, silk or other beautiful fabrics. While quality domestic fabrics are often used today, many individuals choose imported fabrics similar to those in fine Victorian homes.Because of the amount of humidity in the bathroom and all the water, hanging lights of any kind shouldn't be used. Instead you should use lights that are designed for bathroom use only and they should be inset into the ceiling or the walls. It is a good idea to use some kind of lighting around or above the main mirror as it is here you will need to carry out tasks such as applying makeup or brushing teeth. If you are able, try and use dimmer switches in the bathroom as well so that you can have a relaxing bath if you so wish with mood lighting.The shade is finished with braid, lace, ribbon and specialty trims. The finishing trim is applied either by sewing or with hi-tech bonding agents (not hot glue). Fabulous hand-dyed fringe or sparkling beads and matching tassels for pull chains complete the finishing touches.BathroomsThis is usually the perfect place for a dazzling chandelier. Again you have to be careful that there is room for a tall person to walk underneath the spot where it would hang, and that you buy the right size for the room. Having a chandelier that is too large for the room looks even worse than having one that is too small for the space. You must measure up extremely carefully beforehand if you are to get it right. If there is not enough room for a chandelier then table lamps and floor lamps can look fantastic in a sitting room. You can buy them in all shapes and sizes and to match any type of interior design too. If the room is very large then a chandelier as well as a few lamps may be required.The most spectacular portion of the Design Exchange is the former Toronto Stock Exchange trading floor. It features 8 giant murals, 4 on the west and 4 on the east side, painted by Canadian artist Charles Comfort, which portray topics from the 1930s such as transportation & communication, pulp & paper, construction & engineering, agriculture, the oil industry, mining, nickel and gold production. The Trading Floor has rounded ceiling corners and triple banding that stretch around the room.Sitting RoomKitchenGenerally chandeliers aren't used in bedrooms although there isn't really a reason why they shouldn't be. Often bedrooms are not decorated in a formal or grand way and that is perhaps the reason why alternatives to chandeliers are used. Furthermore the chandelier won't be seen as much when placed in a bedroom as when placed in one of the reception rooms downstairs. If you do want a chandelier in the bedroom then matching the size and decor is important.Elegant shades graced table and floor lamps as well as crystal chandeliers imported from Europe. And the electric light bulb enabled fine work to be sewn at night usually under a parlor bridge lamp. Today the tradition of hand-sewn lamp shades continues and here are tips and sewing techniques from the experts. When buying or recovering a lamp shade today, keep the design of the lamp base in mind. Curved shades compliment curved lamps and angular shades normally work best with angular lamps. Shade frames are available for lamp bases with harps, bridge lamps, floor lamps with glass bowls, chandeliers, headboards, night-lights and more.
When it comes to hanging a chandelier, there isn't really a right or wrong place to hang it; it is just that some places are better than others. Chandelier lighting is quite grand and looks dazzling if used correctly. A ceiling fan light, lamps or wall lights could all be used instead however in any room of the house.
Author: Kathryn Dawson
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