How to choose a chandelier?

The choice of a chandelier is a responsible matter, because the light source is able to change the interior of any room beyond recognition. To emphasize the design of the home, add elegance to a simple room or just cheer yourself up, you should buy a chandelier not just by the “poke” method, after carefully studying the products presented in stores. On the modern market you can find a wide range of all kinds of lamps, which are made in different styles and equipped with the latest technology. Therefore, the question of how to choose a chandelier must be approached with all responsibility. In this article we will help you do everything competently so as not to be disappointed with the result.

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Choose a style

The first thing you need to pay attention to when choosing a chandelier is the style in which it is made, because the lighting fixture must be in harmony with the overall design of the room. When choosing, pay attention to the fact that:

• Classic chandeliers consist of several lamps, which are often decorated with colored glass with metal or bronze frames - these options are perfect for the living room or dining room.
• Geometrical luminaires with metal, glass or plastic elements will fit perfectly into the room, made in the style of Hi-tech or Modern.
• To create an eclectic interior, experts advise to complement the traditional furniture set with a Fusion style chandelier - this will give the room brightness and originality.

Important! The chandelier can be selected based on the principle of creating a contrast between the combinations of the ceiling and walls with the floor.

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Lamp type

To find the answer to the question of how to choose a chandelier in a room or another room, you need to pay attention to the types of lamps that the lighting device is equipped with, as well as their total power.

Important! Total power is calculated by summing all the lamps that are used in the chandelier.

Due to the wide variety of lamps offered, it is necessary to determine the type that suits you best. Modern manufacturers offer us different models, lamps in which can be of such types:

• Glow. It is considered to be their classic and reliable option. The advantages of such lamps can be called their low cost and the availability of different options (various shapes, surfaces, types of cap, power). There are also disadvantages - a rather low efficiency.
• Halogen. It is customary to use powerful and clear lighting if necessary. Also, these lamps have a long service life.
• Luminescent. As a rule, they are used when necessary, even and bright lighting. With the advantages of good efficiency, high power and long life, there are drawbacks - the light from such lamps can quickly tire your eyes due to its coldness and evenness. Also, the disadvantages include a rather high cost.
• LED light. They have a quite acceptable range. They are somewhat more expensive than their counterparts, however, are very economical to operate.

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Dimensions and shape of the chandelier

• To choose the right size chandelier, it is important to consider the area of ​​the room in which it will be located.In this process, the dimensions of the room play a huge role, since it is extremely undesirable for the chandelier to make the interior redundant or lost in general form.

Important! For the convenience of customers, a simple formula has been developed, which makes it possible to understand what size of the chandelier is needed for a particular room. Add the length and width of the room, indicated in meters, and multiply them by ten. The result should be the desired diameter of the device in centimeters.

• In addition to the total area, it is also necessary to take into account the shape of the room and the height of the ceilings. For example, a crystal chandelier can be selected for a room with high ceilings.
• Low ceilings are wonderful combined with flat ceiling chandeliers - such models visually increase the area of ​​the room. Also for small rooms, you can choose a chandelier with small shades that direct light upward.
• In a narrow room it is good to use elongated lighting fixtures. They cope with the task of high-quality lighting, and also combine well with additional sconces, lamps and floor lamps.

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Chandelier Mount Type

Choosing a chandelier, few people recall this nuance, however, it is also very important. Let's look at what they are:

• With a ceiling hook. The most common and reliable way. The hook fixed in the panel makes it possible to mount even very dimensional and heavy lighting fixtures.

Important! The only drawback of this approach is the inability to place the lamp close to the ceiling.

• Using the mounting plate. Another fairly popular mounting option, which is not much inferior to the previous one. The mounting plate is quite easy to install on the ceiling and has special holes that serve to hang chandeliers.

Important! The installation process itself is quite complicated, but more effective than the previous one, as it makes it possible to screw the chandelier close to the ceiling.

• On the "cross". Used when you need to securely fix heavy dimensional chandeliers. The mounting option using a special cross strap does not differ from the usual one. But in comparison with a usual level, "crosspiece" is a more reliable clamp.
• Self-tapping screws - are used for fastening lighting fixtures to a wooden ceiling.
• A very convenient option for fixing chandeliers to concrete are special self-expanding anchors. It is enough to just place such an anchor in a pre-drilled hole.
• To fix light chandeliers on plasterboard ceilings, ordinary wall plugs or such a simple mechanism as a “butterfly” can be used. For installation, you need only a few dowels to fix the “butterfly” in several places.

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What does the chandelier lighting say?

Today you can choose a chandelier, made really in any color, even in a very bold and bright. However, what will this or that color look like, what will it symbolize? Let's look at what features, according to the opinion of designers, opticians and psychologists, this or that glow has:

• Yellow is a classic, albeit simple and ordinary, and in some ways even boring, but most optimal for the eyes. The yellow glow least of all tires the pupil, even slightly stimulates it.
• White - as a rule, such light is given by fluorescent lamps in transparent shades. Very similar to daylight. With it, working capacity increases, but over time it can be tiring due to its brightness.
• Red - has an exciting effect and increases pressure. It will be a great option to choose a chandelier in the bedroom for nights of passion and love.
• Blue - calms the nervous system, reduces breathing and pressure. Such a glow will be appropriate in the bedroom, in which you want to have a good rest.
• Green - pleasant to the eyes, calms nerves and helps to put thoughts in order.A chandelier with a greenish glow is perfect for a home study, bedroom or children's room.
• Orange - stimulates the appetite and accelerates the pulse. A lamp of this color will be a good option for the kitchen.
• Blue and violet - with a long action, it can inhibit, inhibit or irritate the nervous system. Such a glow must be chosen very carefully.

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Choose a chandelier for each room

To choose a chandelier for the interior of a particular room, you should consider its type. Let's look at how to choose the right chandelier for the living room, bedroom, nursery, hallway and kitchen.

Chandelier for the living room

The living room is the face of our home. Here we meet guests, celebrate holidays or just spend time with our family. Therefore, you need to carefully choose a lighting device for this room, for this it is important to take into account some nuances:

• The light in the living room should be warm and bright, creating coziness and conducive to communication.
• If your living room has high ceilings, then you can choose a massive hanging chandelier. She always looks solemn and elegant, can give the design a certain charm.
• Crystal chandeliers look good in the classic interior - they are a symbol of prosperity and aristocracy. But if the ceiling has a standard height, it is recommended to choose a ceiling chandelier with a ceiling.
• Small, symmetrically located ceiling chandeliers will help make lighting harmonious and even in an elongated room.

Chandelier for the bedroom

The bedroom is a place where a person can relax and rest after a hard day, so the lighting in it should contribute to this. To choose a chandelier in the bedroom, you need to consider the following:

• The chandelier for the bedroom should be harmoniously combined with home decoration and not be lost against their background.
• For this room, lamps of restrained design, made of crystal or frosted glass with halftones for finishing the body and lampshade, are appropriate.
• Designers recommend paying attention to lighting devices that have several lighting modes.
• A very convenient function for the bedroom is the ability to control the chandelier using the remote control.
• Since the bedroom often has a small area, it is better to opt for a small ceiling chandelier, in which decorative elements do not create special problems with care.

Chandelier for children

A special atmosphere of carelessness and fun should reign in the nursery. And light plays an important role here. In order to choose a chandelier in this room, you must consider the following rules:

• First of all, it is recommended to pay attention to the safety and practicality of the chandelier. In no case do not buy a lamp made of thin glass or crystal, because if a child wants to test it for strength, it can be injured by fragments. That is why the ceiling must be made of safe material, such as plastic or textile.
• Designers also recommend installing ceiling chandeliers in children's rooms.
• With regard to colors, then everything will depend on your personal preferences, as well as the wishes of your child. Someone likes lamps with a soft diffused glow and a matte lampshade. And someone prefers with images of cartoon characters and cheerful colors.

Chandelier in the hallway

It is from this room that every home begins. Therefore, it is important that the lighting here is well organized, making the atmosphere pleasant and welcoming. Unfortunately, rarely the corridors of our apartments boast large sizes or a good layout. But this problem can be solved with proper lighting.

For example, if you have a long and narrow corridor, then it is better to choose an oblong rectangular lamp or buy a couple of identical ceiling chandeliers.

Important! Visually adjust the corridor using a lamp with the ability to change the direction of lighting.That is, with rotary spots that can locally highlight the desired area.

Chandelier for the kitchen

The kitchen is a place for solving the most important family issues and, of course, for preparing culinary masterpieces. Therefore, the question of how to choose a chandelier for the kitchen should also be approached carefully:

• First of all, it is necessary to choose the right material for the lamp, since in the kitchen, as a rule, high humidity, droplets of fat may linger in the air during cooking. Thus, it is better to refrain from buying models with a textile lampshade and opt for a lamp with elements of glass, acrylic or metal.
• If you like wooden chandeliers, it is important that they are necessarily covered with paint or varnish.
• In addition to aesthetic qualities, a chandelier for the kitchen should provide high-quality lighting and maximum comfort. It is recommended to select a lamp in which a well-regulated power and there are different lighting modes. This will give you the opportunity to save energy and make this or that area of ​​the kitchen space brighter.
• Large and spacious kitchens look great large chandeliers. And in the small and square - round ceiling lights made of glass or acrylic.

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As you can see, to pick up a chandelier in a particular room, you need to consider many different nuances. We hope that our tips will help you choose the right lighting device that fits beautifully and harmoniously into the interior of your room.