Chandelier Materials

Have you always thought that chandeliers are lighting options that add brilliance to evenings in palaces and big homes and are not used in regular homes? If so, you’re wrong. With wrought iron chandeliers you too can take pleasure in the magnificence and sparkle provided by chandeliers. These are made from iron that is either wrought [...]

For the longest time, the mere mention of the word ‘chandelier’ would bring to mind images of stately mansions and palaces, and ornate and elaborate lights. But in today’s times, the chandelier finds a place in every home, whether that of a king, a president, or just us common folks. Glass chandeliers, wooden chandeliers, wrought [...]

Tole chandeliers are suited for users who do not want to utilize a fragile glass chandelier. The word "tole" comes from the French word for the metal tin. Back in the days where stainless steel is unheard of, chandeliers that were made to withstand time were hammered into design from iron. The chandelier would then [...]

Stained glass has been use on the big and tall windows in many churches, and consist of colored pieces of glass glued together to depict religious figures. This beautiful art form has been incorporated into the production of stained glass chandeliers by Louis Comfort Tiffany, the son of a New York jeweler and father of [...]

There are many manufacturers and brand names of porcelain chandeliers in the market today, each of them vying for a specific uniqueness within the designs of their chandeliers. However, amongst all these rivals there are a few outstanding brands that are worth mentioning. One of them is the historically renowned Capodimonte porcelain chandeliers, which comprises [...]

There was a time when chandeliers only graced the homes of the rich and the affluent. Not used as a lighting option, but more of a status symbol, they were seen in the homes of the rich and the famous. People placed the chandeliers in the foyer of their homes so that it would be the [...]

Glass chandeliers have been in demand since its conception back in the 18th century. However, since the introduction of lead oxide to glass manufacturing, the material has gone through much transformation by many influential glassmakers. This is perhaps why many crystal chandeliers may be actually made of glass. The only difference is that the definition [...]

Though chandeliers are available in various types and styles, a crystal chandelier is undoubtedly the best kind. Chandeliers have many components to them such as, the main body, the arms, candles, and lamps. All these come together to make the entire chandelier. In this type of chandelier, crystal is used in whichever component possible, and gives the [...]

Choosing chandeliers requires some intuition on matching the color of the chandelier with the room décor. Apart from that, the suitability of the design towards the theme of the room also requires some creativity. This may not be easy for everyone, especially those who may be a little lacking in interior decoration skills. That is [...]

Among the various kinds of chandeliers available for use in homes and offices, one leading type is the brass chandelier. These can be one of two types: made entirely from brass or chandeliers with just a brass finish. Chandeliers Made From Brass Solid brass is typically used in the manufacture of brass chandeliers. The solid [...]

Beads have always been used as decorative ornaments either as personal accessories such as earrings and necklaces, or even to be used as home decorations. This is why there are beaded chandeliers produced, which are made as alternatives for home décor. Beads are usually glued to surface of shades or beaded on a strong to [...]

The elk is a large northern deer which can be found in Europe and North America, in which it is more commonly known as the moose. Elk antlers are massive as compared to their other close cousins within the deer family, thus it is easy to surmise that elk antler chandeliers are larger than chandeliers [...]

The alabaster material is a variant of gypsum and is popularly used in the production of the alabaster chandeliers. Great in demand, they project a look of grandeur through their everlasting designs that will never go out of style. This is probably why alabaster style chandeliers has been popular for centuries although designs have not been [...]

A chandelier is usually associated with different materials such as glass, wood, ceramic, wrought iron, brass etc. But have you ever heard of or seen a chandelier that was made from sea shells? Not just one or two shells placed here and there, but an entire chandelier made from nothing other than shells. Well, with [...]