Chandeliers  - What You Need to Know Before You Buy One

Shopping for chandeliers is easier than ever.  With just a click of your mouse button hundreds of chandeliers will be at your finger tips.  Gone are the days of browsing through store after store.  Now you can sit back and relax and pick out your chandelier without leaving the comfort of your home.  Here is a little history and some helpful tips before you begin your chandelier shopping.

The first chandeliers were really little more than a couple of pieces of wood forming a cross shape and suspended from the ceiling. Candles were placed at all four ends of the cross and suddenly the chandelier was born. Of course contemporary chandeliers bear little resemblance to the original light fixtures from which they derive their name. Despite the humble beginnings of the chandelier, few lighting options today can completely set off and dictate the décor of your home like chandeliers. We carry a wide assortment of chandeliers and other decorative lighting options that will make your home the envy of friends and family.

Any lighting fixture needs to fit in with the environment in which it is illuminating and the chandelier is no exception. If your room is small, large chandeliers  will dwarf the rest of the décor in the room and look overbearing. If you have a large room mini chandeliers will be too small as they will seem overwhelmed by the size of the room and may even provide inadequate light. A safe way to determine the size that a chandelier needs to be is to measure the width of your dining room table. Then, subtract 12 inches from this measurement and that is the diameter that your chandelier should have. We have a great selection of chandeliers and other ceiling light fixtures in a wide assortment of sizes and styles for your home and budget.

Once you have determined the size that your chandelier needs to be, it is time to decide upon what kind of style you are looking for. Contemporary chandeliers come in almost any style and can accentuate even the most modern interior designs. Ceiling lighting is the main provider of ambient lighting in any room and definitely helps set the tone for the entire room and the remaining light fixtures. If it is a new home and the lighting fixtures have yet to be set for the rest of the room, then you can easily choose any style of chandelier you like. However, if you have an existing home, then you will want to buy a chandelier that accents the other lighting fixtures unless you plan on replacing all of them. No matter your lighting situation, we have the selection and design experts to help you find the perfect ceiling light fixtures for any room in your house.

For a more traditional décor, the crystal chandelier is a timeless favorite. Casting light upwards and bouncing it off of the ceiling allows crystal chandeliers to bathe all objects in the room in a warm light. A crystal chandelier cannot help but draw people’s attention to it because the light is diffracted in so many directions and produces mini rainbows when looked at from the right angle. All crystal chandeliers lend themselves to create a more formal and dignified atmosphere which is precisely why they are found in so many great restaurants, museums, and homes. Having the elegance and refinement of a crystal chandelier is not something reserved for the privileged and we have a wide selection of traditional and contemporary chandeliers that are sure to fit your budget while giving you the lighting fixtures that you deserve and want.

For persons with a more modern décor, a mission style chandelier may be more appropriate. These contemporary chandeliers have the smooth lines to accentuate the modern décor but with their other design features such as spindles and other ornate offerings, mission style chandeliers provide a perfect bridge between the old and new. Plus, a mission style chandelier will perfectly blend with the other lighting fixtures in the house and contribute to a more unified look for the entire décor. We offer a large selection of ceiling lighting options and are sure to have the perfect chandelier or pendant lighting  for your home.   Don't forget about Tiffany Chandeliers as they are a beautiful way to add color and will compliment many of the decorating styles that are popular today.

Ideally, a chandelier should hang 30” above the surface it is lighting. This is true even in rooms with particularly tall ceilings. In such cases, you will want to mount the chandelier an additional 3 inches above the table for every foot the ceiling is over 9 feet. This lighting solution will help draw the attention of the room down to eye level and bring about a more harmonious balance between lighting and décor. Our design experts can help you choose the light fixtures that are ideal for you home, taste, and budget!