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Few accessories can elevate the atmosphere of any room better than a stately chandelier – these lighting elements were once considered icons of luxury and elegance, now serving as a simple way to deliver charming ambiance to any of your favorite spaces. In this post, we've collected a range of chandeliers to suit every bedroom aesthetic. From ornate traditional chandelier silhouettes to minimalist modern fixtures, to fun rustic accents and whimsical bohemian picks, this post spans a diverse range of styles with options for every budget. Give your bedroom a complete mood makeover with ideas from our curated selection below.
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This sophisticated chandelier by Arteriors accommodates six bulbs up to 60W, their light shielded by a scalloped off-white linen shade. - BUY IT
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This piece features a minimalistic sputnik shape, the dual-sided bulbs casting both directional and ambient light to evenly illuminate your bedroom. Equip with a dimmer switch to enjoy a customized lighting experience. - BUY IT
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This piece is available in aged brass or bright polished nickel, in three sizes to suit a wide range of bedroom footprints. Hang in the center of the bedroom or position toward the foot of the bed. - BUY IT
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Wavering bands of antique bronze display these shells with a dramatic layered look to help soften the quality of the light – use as a primary lighting source or hang within an accent placement. - BUY IT
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This piece is available with a silver or black shade, each one with a flirty scalloped silhouette sure to capture attention from every angle. Equip with six E12 bulbs up to 40W. - BUY IT
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The rugged quartz is sure to make any bedroom feel warm, organic, and more aligned with nature. - BUY IT
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This piece accommodates 8 individual bulbs that illuminate the ring-shaped shade, which then glows from within like a cloud flirting with the sunset. Choose from four sizes to best suit your bedroom size.- BUY IT
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Each chandelier requires three candelabra-style bulbs. Equip with a dimmer to enjoy a more tailored lighting experience. - BUY IT
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Use to complete a traditional theme inspired by French or Italian styling or let it serve as a playful counterbalance to a more contemporary bedroom composition. - BUY IT
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This beautiful piece requires six bulbs, their illumination heavily diffused by the lamp’s sophisticated double-shade configuration. - BUY IT
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Use with candelabra-style bulbs to capture an authentic antique look. - BUY IT
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An opal glass dome helps to diffuse the light for cozy atmospheric comfort. - BUY IT
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Adjust the overall span of your spider chandelier by changing the spacing of the pendant hangers. - BUY IT
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This piece is fully dimmer-compatible to give you more control over the brightness and lighting quality.- BUY IT
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This design provides the elegance of a crystal chandelier with the convenience of a quiet fan, its 6-speed capabilities easily controlled with the included remote. - BUY IT
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Bedroom chandelier ideas will inject timeless decadence into your night-time retreat and turn any simple sleep space into a glamorous boudoir.
As the grand duchess of bedroom ideas , chandeliers are typified as lighting fixtures that hold lamps on a number of branches, although these individual bulbs (or, originally, candles) can often be concealed by elaborate caging.
While most commonly thought of as a statement feature for communal spaces, there is no reason why your bedroom doesn’t deserve such an indulgence.
‘A bedroom is a great room to add a chandelier to, creating serious wow-factor,’ says Owen Pacey, Founder of Renaissance London . ‘A great way to level up your bedroom is with a grand, statement chandelier, whether that’s an ornate, rococo-style, gilt piece or a contemporary sputnik globe.’
Bedroom chandelier ideas
Chandeliers come in all shapes, sizes and styles so you’ll need to be sure which variation works best for the room.
Whether you’re looking for bedroom lighting ideas that channel mid-century modernism or the mirrored halls of Versailles, we’ve brought together some spectacular chandelier inspiration and tips from the experts to help you choose the right one. Get ready for that lightbulb moment.
1. Keep it classic with crystal
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‘Bring a refined touch to the bedroom with a crystal chandelier taking centre stage above the bed,’ suggests Natalie Mann, New Product Development Co-ordinator for Iconic Lights.
Crystal is a sublime choice for a chandelier, with both aesthetic and functional benefits that are great for bedroom ceiling light ideas . As well as creating a twinkling centrepiece for the room, crystal prisms have been traditionally used in chandeliers to refract light around the room and enhance impact.
‘This elaborate, intricate, and thoughtful design adds a touch of glamour and luxury to the room and creates an instant wow-factor’, says Mann of this crystal globe chandelier.
‘Often associated with the Gatsby era, the timeless design features an assortment of crystals that distribute the light in a mesmerising fashion, creating a soft and ambient glow.’
2. Think carefully about scale – but don’t be afraid to go big
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Thought chandeliers were only for stately homes? Think again.
‘You can use a chandelier in any space, no matter how big or small,’ says Pacey, listing it as one of his key bedroom lighting tips . ‘Keep chandelier designs in proportion to the area. For example, if your bedroom is large, pendant lights need to be sized up or even used in clusters.’
While considering the size of your room is important, don’t be put off playing with scale to make a statement. ‘In smaller bedrooms too, you can create a real impact by using an oversized chandelier, or perhaps a flush-style ceiling lamp where ceilings are lower.’
3. Stay circular with an empire chandelier
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When thinking about how to plan bedroom lighting , consider your room's architecture.
‘Choosing the style of chandelier for a room will depend on the overall interior design and the style that suits the architecture of the property,’ says interior designer Jenny Allan.
‘However, in terms of shape, usually circular chandeliers work better than rectangular ones in a bedroom, as the curves soften the angles of the bed.’
Chandeliers are most commonly found with a rounded structure so that they can be enjoyed from any angle, but if you really want to get curvaceous, choose an empire chandelier. This French-originating style is not only based around a core hoop, but sees chains of crystal beads draped around it, pulled into curves by gravity.
4. Choose a contemporary bedroom chandelier
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Glistening clear crystals are effortlessly elegant, but a more contemporary approach might suit your decorative style more. This design has a distinct mid-century feel (and you can find matching designs like this for bedroom wall lighting ideas , too).
5. Channel Art Deco elegance with a tiered chandelier
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The chandelier has hundreds, if not thousands of years of history, but for some 20th century inspiration, put the spotlight on Art Deco.
As a design era that combined both simplicity and the spectacular, tiered chandeliers channel the period at its most glamorous. You can go all out with an eleven-tier, diamond-shaped arrangement like this one, styled against dramatic dark tones, or keep things a little simpler with a three-tiered fixture.
6. Champion sustainability with an antique chandelier
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‘The aesthetic value of choosing antique lighting is immeasurable,’ says Pacey. ‘Choosing such a piece yourself gives a home personality and life.’
Selecting an antique, or even vintage, chandelier not only makes your lighting fixture unique, but going second hand is good for the planet too. ‘They have such character and a history which is irreplaceable, and of course it has the added benefit of being sustainable.
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This ornate, candle-style crystal chandelier delves into the past to complement its surroundings in a historic farmhouse-style home.
7. Swap crystals for modern mattes
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Of course, not every chandelier has to be dripping in crystals. This chandelier plays with tradition by employing a classic empire design, but switching glistening glass for opaque, matte beads that resemble white marble.
Hanging above a velvet daybed, this modern take on the chandelier is at the centre of a scheme that updates traditional notions of luxury bedroom ideas .
8. Use a chandelier as part of a maximalist scheme
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Forget subtlety, it's time to get extra. Maximalism is in and that is great news for chandelier-lovers. Your bedroom's patterned walls might already be throwing a party with its patterned textiles, but throw in an ornate chandelier at the heart of an all-out scheme and you'll have the shindig of the century.
This colourful guest bedroom idea pairs a bronze chandelier and its blue crystal beads with a Rococo-style yellow wallpaper, blue upholstered headboard and red throw cushions. The result is quite the soirée.
9. Get quirky with a sputnik chandelier
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The mid-century space race didn’t just put men on the moon, it also gave birth to a whole new type of chandelier.
Inspired by the funky shape of the first ever earth-orbiting satellite, sputnik chandeliers commonly feature straight branches with globe-like bulbs at the end, often held at differing lengths and asymmetrical angles. An even quirkier example than most, this chandelier features multicolored glass lampshades for an arty feel in this modern master bedroom idea .
10. Go boho with natural elements
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How do you take a chandelier to the beach? Well, it might be hard to find somewhere to hang it, but it is possible to bring in relaxed natural elements into such a lighting scheme for a bohemian vibe.
In this bohemian bedroom idea , rustic textures lead the scheme from the four poster bed to the woven armchair, while the chandelier completes the sea-breeze vibe by switching a crystal-beaded cage for netted fabric.
How do you choose a chandelier for a bedroom?
When choosing a chandelier, it really comes down to three things: size, style and material. Do your research and get to know whether you want an empire or a sputnik, and you’ll then be able to hone in more on the specifics of your style.
‘Crystal chandeliers work well if you are looking to create a more delicate feminine interior while simple, less ornate options give a more contemporary feel,’ explains Allan.
Consider the size of the bedroom too. If you want the chandelier to be a detail in the room, keep it at scale with other design elements. If you intend for it to make a room-leading impact, go big.
Can I put a chandelier in my bedroom?
Absolutely. It may be that you need to go a little smaller in the bedroom than you would in a large reception room, but it’s entirely possible to make them look great and in-keeping with your style.
‘Bedroom chandeliers should be placed typically at the bottom of the bed or centrally in the room,’ says Allan. ‘It is important that they are not too oversized in that they overpower the space but they do need to be a certain size to give impact. Typically we would go for a light with a 50-60cm diameter.'
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How to choose a chandelier in the bedroom
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For any room, it is important to choose the right lighting that will suit its purpose. Therefore, before choosing a chandelier in the bedroom, you need to think through all the details. Such a lamp should fit into the style of the room, correspond to its area and function. A well-chosen chandelier will help to place interesting accents. But, if you buy it without taking into account these factors, the lamp can spoil the impression of the room as a whole.
- How to choose a chandelier for the bedroom, taking into account the size of the room
- How to choose the right chandelier for the bedroom according to the general style
- What kind of chandelier to hang in the bedroom: practical advice
- What chandeliers are now in fashion for the bedroom
How to choose a chandelier for the bedroom, taking into account the size of the room
Be sure to take measurements to know the height of the ceiling and its area. When choosing a lamp, you should pay attention not only to its design, but also to the diameter, height and other parameters. Even when buying in an online store, you can find these parameters - they are indicated on the product card or written under the photo.
To understand how to choose the right chandelier for the bedroom, you need to remember that it must be a harmonious part of the lighting system. Therefore, it is important that it is combined with table lamps or sconces.
Classic massive models are not suitable for a small room. In a spacious room, small lamps may be lost. All this must be taken into account when choosing. In most modern apartments, the bedroom does not have a very large area, so for them you can choose:
- compact chandelier of flat design - the plafonds are disc-shaped and are located high under the ceiling;
- a small lamp with transparent shades and relatively thin or simply inconspicuous bases - such a chandelier will look airy;
- neat crystal ceiling chandelier with a small number of tiers: its peculiarity is that the crystal elements allow you to visually expand the room.
If you hang a mirror in the bedroom so that a crystal chandelier falls into it, it will reflect light even more and expand the space.
How to choose the right chandelier for the bedroom according to the general style
The appearance of the lamp should correspond to the overall design of the space.
This lighting fixture is an important element of the interior, it can support the chosen style, and then the concept will look holistic and harmonious. Therefore, you need to know which chandelier to hang in the bedroom in terms of stylistic unity. You can follow these rules:
- Classic style. This direction never goes out of fashion. And only in it will traditional crystal chandeliers with imitation of candles look harmonious. A variation on the theme of the classics - Provence style. Chandeliers with imitation of candles are also suitable for it, but the metal base must be aged.
- Art Nouveau is smooth curves of lines, a minimum of decorative details, as well as forms inspired by the plant world. All this is true for a chandelier designed in this style.
- Modern style. This is a common name for several directions at once. This is high-tech, and minimalism, and Scandinavian style. Despite the differences between them, similar chandeliers are selected for them.
The main thing is the conciseness and geometric rigor of the lines, when the light itself is more important than the shape of the shades or the base. Glass and metal are the main materials. Fabric lampshades do not fit into this style. - Loft - industrial style. Appropriate lamps are selected for it. Often these are chandeliers with metal shades. In narrow elongated rooms, models with multiple suspensions are used, reminiscent of lamps in industrial workshops. But paradoxically, crystal chandeliers can also fit into the loft style, creating an interesting contrast with rough finishes.
To choose the right design, you need to think about the role of the chandelier in the interior of the bedroom. It is not necessary to choose it so that it fully matches the shape, color and style of the overall design. It can be a contrasting accent. But it should also look harmonious, it can be supported by one or two smaller details so that the lamp does not look like an alien element.
Which chandelier to hang in the bedroom: practical tips
When choosing a lamp, you need to consider the location of the bed. Although in small rooms the chandelier is usually hung in the center of the room, in spacious rooms they can get a little lost. Therefore, designers are advised to place the chandelier in another place - for example, above the bed, and complement it with a system of spot ceiling lights. This is a good option, but not for everyone. You need to consider the size of the chandelier. If it is large, then it will be uncomfortable to sleep under it - such massive objects are overwhelming. And not always the height of the ceiling allows you to implement such a solution.
The shape of the room also matters. For a narrow room, you can choose a chandelier in which all the lamps are lined up - it will provide uniform light. With a standard layout, you can choose rounded models, where all the lamps converge to one base, resembling a bunch of berries. In both categories you can find beautiful models.
The chandelier is the main source of light. But it can be supplemented with other lamps. Most often it is a sconce or bedside lamp. Not only items from the same collection look harmonious. You can choose simply matching in shape, style and color of the model. If these are contrasting options, try to make sure that there is at least one more detail in the interior that supports this contrast.
To ensure coziness and a comfortable stay, choose models with closed shades and lampshades for the bedroom. They create soft diffused light.
Which chandeliers are currently in fashion for the bedroom
Although the classics are always appropriate, there are always current trends in lighting design. It is not necessary to buy bestsellers from expensive designer collections. Replicas are not worse in quality. And the best thing is to pay attention to the shape of the lamp and choose the same one, even if from a lesser-known brand.
What chandeliers are now in fashion for the bedroom:
- Spheres are always a current trend, such lamps fit perfectly into modern interior styles due to their conciseness and the absence of unnecessary decorative details. In a small room, this is usually a large single ceiling. You can choose a chandelier consisting of several balls combined in one line. Such lamps look good in a classic interior.
- Eco-chandeliers - they also have a simple shape and are made from natural or recycled materials. For eco-style, bamboo or rattan is suitable. Such lamps fit into interiors decorated in the spirit of minimalism, including the Scandinavian style.
- Ring. Chandeliers of this shape look good in the living room, but are also suitable for the bedroom. The ring may be one if the room is small, or there may be several intersecting. The frame is made of metal, crystals are used for decoration.
Simple geometric shapes and lines are relevant. This allows you to experiment with color, but it is important that it fits into the overall concept. When choosing, it is also important to observe certain proportions and install high-quality lamps that provide lighting with warm tones and moderate intensity. Cold light for this cozy room is rarely suitable, as well as too bright.
7 tips on which chandelier to choose for the living room, bedroom, kitchen
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Chandeliers have been around long before electricity existed. Once they used candles instead of lamps, so the design of such lamps was very limited. Modern technologies make it possible to create chandeliers of any shape and size, from various materials, use complex lighting schemes, different types of lamps, and even control the chandelier remotely. A trip to a hardware supermarket or a lighting store can drive you crazy with a huge assortment of interesting models. When your eyes run wide, it’s difficult to make the right purchase, so it’s better to think in advance which chandelier to choose, what parameters it should have and what shape it should have. Our tips will help you navigate the rich world of modern chandeliers.
#1. The main types of chandeliers: ceiling and pendant
A chandelier is a ceiling lamp that provides shadowless general lighting. The entire huge range of chandeliers can be divided according to the method of installation into two types :
- pendant , or classic fixed on a chain or spring. Such samples look chic and become the center of the room, since it is difficult not to notice such beauty;
- ceiling are mounted right under the ceiling, take up minimal space, can be presented as very simple options, as well as unique ones.
The choice of the type of chandelier depends not so much on your own preferences, but on the parameters of the room and, first of all, , the height of the ceiling . It is important that at least 2-2.3 m remain from the floor to the chandelier , because only in this case it is possible to guarantee that the lamp will not be caught by the head or hands. Therefore, with a ceiling height of 2.5-2.7 m (in most apartments), ceiling models will be more appropriate. If the ceilings are higher than 3 m, then you can install almost any chandelier.
As an exception, we can distinguish chandeliers on long suspensions, which are sometimes grouped in several pieces, and are located above the dining table. In this case, they can hang quite low, the height of the suspension is usually adjustable, and the chandeliers themselves play the role of not general, but local lighting.
#2. Chandelier size
Room height is not the only factor to consider when choosing a chandelier. The lamp must be proportionate to the space : too small a chandelier in a large room will look unfortunate and even ridiculous, however, like a large chandelier in a tiny room.
How to determine the very ideal parameters for a chandelier? Designers have known the answer for a long time and offer to calculate the diameter / length of the chandelier using a simple formula:
D = (room length, m + room width, m) * 10, cm
For example, for a living room with parameters 5 * 4 m it is appropriate to use a chandelier with a diameter of about 90 cm.0107 to be complemented by sconces, floor lamps, spotlights, table lamps , etc.
No. 3. Power and type of lamps
Chandeliers can have a different number of levels and arms, i. be designed for a different number of lamps. To select a suitable chandelier, it is necessary to determine the required level of illumination :
- for rooms where subdued light is used (a bedroom, for example), it is enough to provide 10-12 W of lamp power per square meter;
- for rooms with an average level of illumination (children's room, bathroom) it is necessary to provide 15-18 W/m 2 ;
- for rooms where bright light is needed (kitchen, living room), 20 W/m 2 is required.
Note that the power of the lamps in the chandelier is summed up, and all indicators are given for conventional incandescent lamps and ceilings up to 3 m high. When using fluorescent lamps , all these regulatory data can be divided by about 5, and when using LED - by 8 .
Let's take a bedroom with an area of 12 m 2 as an example: 120 W of the total power of incandescent lamps is required, so a three-arm chandelier (almost the most popular option) with three 40 W lamps will be enough. Instead, it will be possible to use 10W fluorescent lamps or 4W LEDs.
The following types of lamps can be used in chandeliers:
The increased heat generation of incandescent and halogen lamps does not allow them to be used near materials that are sensitive to temperature rise. A striking example is film stretch ceilings. For installation in the immediate vicinity of the film surface, only LED and fluorescent lamps are suitable, incandescent lamps can also be used at a distance of 50-60 cm, but it is desirable that their light is not directed to the ceiling.
For living rooms, bedrooms and nurseries, it is appropriate to use dimmable lamps , the luminous flux of which can be changed. It is convenient and economical, but it is not always easy to find such lamps among energy-saving ones, and they will cost even more. If the chandelier has several levels of lamps , then you can connect each of them to a separate switch in order to conveniently adjust the luminous flux and create the necessary atmosphere.
Keep in mind that some zones in any room require brighter local lighting , so you still can’t do without additional light sources. It is also worth taking into account that high ceilings will require more powerful lighting, and dark surfaces (walls, furniture) reflect light worse than light ones, so it will also be difficult to do without additional power here. Rough surfaces also reflect light poorly.
No. 4. Chandelier material
Most of us, when choosing a chandelier, first of all take into account the material of its manufacture. It determines the style of the luminaire and its main performance characteristics, as well as the price.
Among the most popular options:
- glass and crystal chandeliers are very refined and at the same time fragile products. A crystal chandelier with many pendants and decorative elements can become a real decoration of the room. It is customary to decorate classic interiors with such lamps, but today crystal chandeliers are also used in modern styles. Ordinary glass chandeliers in terms of assortment amaze the imagination, they can resemble Christmas balls, have a bizarre ornate shape, be performed both in a classic and in a minimalist style. Such beauty requires regular care, and modern dust-repellent detergents can become a small relief;
- metal chandeliers are stronger than glass ones, and their maintenance is easier, but not always - it all depends on the design, and in this regard there are a lot of options. Luminaires can be made of steel, copper, brass or bronze, have a chrome or gold finish.
Depending on the shape and color, a metal chandelier can become an interior decoration in the loft, baroque, classic, hi-tech, modern and other styles. If you combine metal with another material, then the scope will expand;
- wooden chandeliers look unusual and will not fit into any interior. It is appropriate to use them in ethnic, oriental and country style. There are many different variations, but it should be understood that it is better not to hang such lamps in rooms with high humidity and frequent temperature changes. In addition, the tree is flammable and damaged by pests - manufacturers, of course, carry out the treatment with protective equipment, but additional processing may be necessary during operation;
- textile chandelier is a great option for interiors in the style of boho, ethno and classic. The form of such lamps can be any. For such chandeliers, strong fabrics are used, which are treated with dust-repellent substances, there are options where the shades are made of lace and macramé.
It is better to complete such chandeliers with LED lamps that give a minimum of heat, and do not use them in the kitchen;
- plastic chandelier is cheap, but it doesn't always look cheap. Such products are distinguished by an incredible variety of shapes, bright colors, they are not afraid of moisture. When buying, it is important to make sure that the plastic contains no phenol-formaldehyde resins. A plastic ceiling can be made even with your own hands from plastic bottles or cups;
- paper chandelier can be made by yourself, fits into the Japanese style and high-tech, is inexpensive, but not resistant to mechanical damage, moisture, fire and does not always transmit light normally.
The modern fashion for lighting fixtures dictates getting rid of plafonds and using groups of lamps on long cords.
No. 5. Chandelier and interior style
To get a good result, it is necessary that the style of the chandelier matches the style of the interior. Manufacturers often make our task easier by releasing collections with products of a certain design.
General recommendations for choosing the style of a chandelier are as follows:
- elegant chandeliers of their crystal, glass and metal are suitable for a classic interior , but simpler textile lampshades will also look quite harmonious;
- modern interior will be decorated with chandeliers with chrome details, frosted and transparent glass. Curls and flowers give way to clear geometric shapes;
- chandeliers made of colored glass or plastic will fit into the style modern ;
- in the style of loft , chandeliers designed in the form of pipes will suit, “bare” light bulbs on long suspensions or framed with simple metal and glass shades will look appropriate;
- in provence textile chandeliers fit best, but metal (painted white) and even crystal products are allowed;
- ethnic style in its various manifestations allows the use of paper, wood and textile chandeliers.
There is a well-established opinion that the color of the chandelier is selected from those that have already been used in the design of the room. Often the shades repeat the shade of curtains or wallpaper in color, but today it is customary to focus on the chandelier and choose a color that is not found in the interior for it - the main thing is that the room looks harmonious in the end. When using crystal and glass chandeliers, the problem of choosing a color generally disappears.
No. 6. Chandelier and room type
Which chandelier to choose for the living room, which one for the bedroom, and which one for the kitchen? Surely, the requirements for lamps in all these rooms are different, and they should definitely be taken into account along with the choice of material, size and power of the chandelier.
- Chandelier for the hall (living room) , the largest room in the house, can be quite massive and noticeable, it will set the atmosphere.
A classic pendant chandelier with five horns would be an excellent option, but interesting samples can also be found among the ceiling ones. If the living room is elongated, then it makes sense to symmetrically arrange two identical chandeliers. In the hall, the light should be soft and warm, but some areas will require more powerful lighting, so multi-level lighting will almost always be appropriate.
- Bedroom chandelier should create a soft diffused light, so special attention should be paid to the shades and the direction of the light. For small bedrooms, and most of them are, it is better to take a ceiling chandelier. You can’t do without additional light sources in the bedroom either - floor lamps, sconces or table lamps are placed near the bed.
- The chandelier in the children's room must be safe, so no glass or crystal. It is better to give preference to plastic and textiles, and the design of the lamp can be both restrained and not distracting, or make the chandelier the center of the room: there are products in the form of flowers, balls, cartoon characters, etc.
- Chandelier in the kitchen is a compact ceiling lamp that is not afraid of moisture and is easy to clean, so you should give preference to products with the simplest design, the best material is metal, glass can be used, but it will have to be washed very often. For small kitchens, ceiling spots are suitable, in which individual lamps can move, due to which the lighting zones change.
- Bathroom chandelier should be resistant to moisture and not take up much space. It is better to give preference to compact lamps, and highlight the area near the mirror separately. When choosing a chandelier for the bathroom, you should pay attention to the standard of protection against moisture and dust, in the marking it is designated as IP with two numbers, we are interested in the second one, it shows the degree of protection against water. The IP x1 luminaire can be used at a distance of 2.5-3m from the moisture source. Optimum would be chandeliers IP x4 and IP x5, which can be installed in close proximity to the bath or shower.
- Chandelier in the hallway and corridor is usually either a spotlight or a very compact ceiling model (tablet chandelier), but often it is completely abandoned, using only spotlights.
#7. What else to consider when choosing a chandelier?
Finally, a few more useful tips that will help you find the most suitable and high-quality model in order to organize the necessary level of lighting in the room: There should not be any backlash anywhere - all connections must be of high quality and strong. From plastic chandeliers there should not be a sharp specific smell. Pay attention also to the diameter of the wires: the minimum cross section is 0.75 mm 2 but better - 1.5 mm 2 ;
