Chandeliers come in a such a variety of styles nowadays, it can be overwhelming when shopping for one. First, if you will be shopping at a lighting store for your chandelier, you may want to snap a few pictures of the room in which it will be installed and take those pictures with you. This will help you match the style more easily.
A few of the best selling styles available are:
Contemporary chandeliers: These have modern styling and are less ornate than crystal or traditional chandeliers. Their sleeker designs look best in more up to date rooms that may have simpler lines to them and a “less is more” look.
Crystal chandeliers: Crystal chandeliers fall into the more traditional category. They can be simple or extremely ornate, with scrolling arms and draped in beading and crystal prisms. The more prisms, the more the chandelier will glitter and twinkle. You can find these chandeliers with two to three tiers. Many times these fixtures are hung in a foyer.
Mini chandeliers: Mini chandeliers are one of the hottest trends in chandelier lighting. They are much smaller, and used in everything from bathrooms, kitchen nooks, children’s rooms. These lights are extremely versatile and can be used as accents almost anywhere. They can even be hung over a nightstand as a replacement for a table lamp.
Rustic chandeliers: These chandeliers are typically found in lodges, cabins, vacation homes. Anything in a more rural setting. They can be made from metal, antlers of an animal, and sometimes wood. They can also be used in regular homes, but fit better in a more rustic atmosphere.
Traditional chandeliers: Traditional chandeliers are a more subtle, basic chandelier. The basic structure is most often made of brass or other metal. The metal is sometimes painted white or beige. Most are candle chandeliers and usually have 3 to 5 small, unadorned arms. If you prefer to buy something more muted and decorate it yourself to fit your style, these are the best fixtures to purchase.
Tiffany or Tiffany-style chandeliers: Tiffany chandeliers are made in the style of Tiffany lamps with a stained glass look. These often incorporate other styles, such as mission or traditional. They fit particularly well in a billiards or pool room.
There are many other styles available, such as Black and White, Art Glass, Tropical, Asian. You should have a style in mind prior to beginning your shopping.
Frannie J believes lighting can transform a room and add a finishing touch of elegance and class. Purchasing a Black Chandelier is a topic she enjoys covering.