For every room design, style, and atmosphere there is a chandelier that can add the finishing elements to the décor and tone. In fact chandeliers are the only light fixture that have distinct character. Is a wrought iron chandelier the right choice for your room? Or perhaps its crystal all the way? Shells? Brass? So many choices!
All chandelier styles have their own character and wrought iron is no different. Here's a chandelier that portrays a grounded, no frills, robust kind of atmosphere. There's no delicate hands of beauty of the traditional crystal chandelier here!
Nope wrought iron says - use me, abuse me, enjoy me. Wrought iron is meant to be used, it's meant to be functional while at the same time being complimentary. It's durable, requires little TLC, and it's masculine.
Wrought iron has an archaic feel that works well with styles ranging from Mission to Minimalist styles. They don't however work well with futuristic styles. By futuristic think Jetson's. Minimalist styles are very popular these days. Heck a quick check at Ikea or other online stores that feature Swedish designs will give you some great ideas on how to mix your furniture with your chandelier!
Wrought irons chandeliers are about as hassle free as it gets with lighting. All that's required is a gently wiping with soapy water occasionally and perhaps a polish now and then if you want to keep the finish shiny. Every 15 or 20 years you might have to give the paint a new coat. So do you thing you can handle that maintenance schedule?
There's only one thing that's the enemy of wrought iron. That's moisture. If it's in a place where dampness could occur it will rust so you'll want to give it rust protection.
Wrought iron chandeliers look wonderful as they age. And if you want to speed up the process you just need to give them a quick coat of antique glaze. New or old this is a chandelier that has a reputation for being more than just a fixture, for being a true piece of furniture. And it also has a reputation for it's versatility and ability to fit in so nicely with such a variety of decors.
Wrought iron has always been popular but in the past few years the demand has definitely increased. Perhaps that's because more people recognize its potential or perhaps it's because modern wrought iron is becoming much more available making it an affordable choice for many.
Buying an antique wrought iron chandelier is a great idea. That is if your pocket book can afford it. Some of these antique fixtures can bring a pretty penny. Even vintage pieces can demand a fair dollar. Another option is to purchase a current piece. Many times the designs are reproduced to those of past eras and reproduction pieces will cost you a fraction of what an antique chandelier will run. And no one will ever know!
So if you're purchasing as an investment the antique piece is your only choice, but if you are purchasing for the home décor value do consider a new piece.
There are many different wrought iron chandelier styles to choose from including design, shape, and size. Glass shades are often used to add richness to the design and a majestic finish is often achieved using Italian glass shades.
They are quite easy to install, however it is recommended you contact a qualified electrician to do the wiring. These chandeliers are heavy so you'll also want to ensure that you have adequate support for the weight. Other than that it's a matter of measuring to ensure you have correct placement.
So if you aren't sure what type of chandelier you want to install be sure to have a look at the wrought iron chandelier. There's a lot of versatility, value, and character here!
