| From centuries ago to present, the chandelier lighting | | | | idea to simply take down and existing light and put |
| trend is here to stay. Many manufacturers have | | | | up a wrought iron chandelier. It may not stay 'up' for |
| spent much time and resources to further develop | | | | very long. When installing a chandelier in a new home, |
| this type of lighting. The crystal chandelier was one | | | | additional framing can be added to the light location. |
| of the first. Seen in castles, today modern | | | | For existing homes, it may be required for a |
| technology and materials allow just about everyone | | | | contractor to come and install special framing in the |
| to enjoy one in their own home. From a three or | | | | attic. For a two story home a contractor may have |
| four light composition up to a massive eighteen arm | | | | to come and cut back the drywall to expose the |
| giant, black chandeliers can be used for small areas or | | | | studs, and then install the necessary brackets or |
| huge great rooms. The black makes them match any | | | | framing lumber. Every chandelier should have the |
| color. And the variety of shades, bulbs, and metal | | | | weight stated on the box. Eighty or one hundred |
| work allow for every interior design to be matched. | | | | pound black chandelier monsters need a lot more |
| Chandeliers lighting should be chosen not just for | | | | support than an eight pounder. |
| beauty, but also for functionality. When hung high in | | | | Outdoor chandeliers also make for perfect porch or |
| the air near a fireplace or in the center of a hall, the | | | | deck lights. More stylish than just a ceiling light, the |
| bolder ones are a good choice. For smaller more | | | | chandeliers tell a little bit about the people who live |
| intimate settings, a delicate lighter metal chandelier | | | | there. More modern types or western styled ones all |
| light is perfect. | | | | reflect the personality of the individual who chose |
| Chandeliers also entail more in the installation. One | | | | them. Chandelier lighting is a major player in tying a |
| must be careful that the light is not too heavy for | | | | room together. |
| the box that it is being wired to. It is not a smart | | | | |