The metal chandelier: Between design and vintage vibes!
With its luminous glow inspired by the industrial style of the 1920s, the metal chandelier is making a major comeback. Whether in a modern interior or an older home, all types of metal pendant lights create a warm and functional atmosphere at the same time. You can place them outside your home as well as in a bathroom, living room, or as a kitchen pendant light.
The resistance of metals to corrosion (depending on the type of treatment, such as rust-proofing, or the metal alloy). In this article, we will talk about the usefulness of having a period metal light fixture at home to illuminate your interior space while adding a touch of grandeur or minimalism, depending on the size of your room.
Where to install your metal chandelier?
Every room in the house, as well as outdoor spaces such as a veranda or garage, can feature a metal lamp.
For a kitchen, the metal rod should be height-adjustable to project the light flow onto the countertop, sink, or oven without getting in the way. Directional lighting is therefore a priority when designing a kitchen. Copper pendant lights are the most popular in a kitchen, or those with a metal rod fitted with a bare bulb, in clear glass.
In the living room, treat yourself! The chandelier is the centerpiece of a living room and should catch the eye without the brightness being dazzling. If your furniture is dark, opt for a designer ceiling light in matte nickel or lacquered aluminum to create an intense look. You can create a trio of pendant lights, or opt for a large, spacious chandelier.
If you want a metal chandelier in your bedroom, choose a model with a lampshade to create a soft atmosphere. To illuminate a headboard or a desk, metal chandeliers are relevant choices that fit into any type of interior.
What metal for my chandelier?
In a retro vintage living room focused on an industrial style, the old-fashioned metal chandelier has a place of honor! It subtly catches the eye while diffusing general lighting throughout your living space. If you want to maintain a retro look, we recommend chandeliers in:
- Matte bronze: Typical of the retro style and especially the Baroque era, this type of rustic light fixture is generally found in the form of a candelabra to illuminate a manor or a private mansion. The shimmering brown color of this type of light fixture creates a warm atmosphere and ambient lighting throughout the room. Nowadays, faux LED candles are incorporated into each of these pendant lights, replacing the original period candles. Given the origin of this type of chandelier, you will find models adorned with Bohemian crystal pendants.
- Wrought iron: A classic of the factory style of the Industrial Revolution, this strictly functional ceiling light fixture originally served to now decorate a dining room, kitchen, or living room coffee table. It can be fitted with tinted smoked glass bulbs, but also a beautiful wooden or fabric lampshade to soften the rustic look of this antique chandelier. Over time, rust will cover this light projector to give it a vintage and rustic effect.
- Aluminum: Lightweight and corrosion-resistant, it is often found with a matte black or satin finish. Lacquered aluminum has become an essential type of chandelier, a true bridge between the past era and modern style that catches the eye.
- Brass: Often confused with bronze, brass has a lighter shade ranging from yellow to shimmering gold. It diffuses the light source with even more brilliance. Opt for a lampshade if you want to reduce light refraction, or an LED bulb in frosted glass, for example, or white glass.
- Nickel: In a silver-gray/anthracite color, it creates a shimmering reflection that also fits very well in a Nordic interior.
What is the difference between a metal pendant light and a metal chandelier?
The pendant light will be held by an electrical wire, while the chandelier will generally have its metal rod connected to the base or mounting plate. However, you must check the resistance of your ceiling before installing any type of chandelier or pendant light.
What shape of metal pendant light to choose?
Depending on your tastes, you can choose from a wide selection of design shapes and curves.
- A rounded model, to diffuse ambient lighting throughout your living space, like a glass chandelier.
- A square panel with an LED strip offers a contemporary style and fits very well in a hallway to illuminate the passage.
- A conical and cylindrical shape style: This is a type of chandelier offering directional lighting, especially if its metal lampshade creates a localized spotlight on a bookcase or desk.
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