The dining room is one of the most essential parts of your home. It’s likely where you host guests for dinner, a place for eating and conversation. Unlike the kitchen, it does not have to be brightly lit and mood lighting may be more desirable. Your choice of lighting is what sets the tone of the room and, with a smaller room, the lighting fixtures can be the central feature. If you are looking for an update to your dining room, it’s time to find chandeliers for sale and follow these tips for an expertly lit space.
1. Start with a Chandelier
The centerpiece of your dining room should be a multi-light chandelier. Most dining room chandeliers are just that, but another option is to have multiple pendant lights instead. In either case, the goal is to eliminate unappealing dark spots in the room.
Chandeliers with glass globes and dimmed lights help create ambiance while the clean, simple design of a classic candelabra chandelier makes for an elegant look above the dining table. The goal is an even, diffused glow in the room.
A standard chandelier should be about 30 to 36 inches from the top of the table to the bottom of the fixture, though dining rooms with higher ceilings can push this up a few more inches. Try to match the shape of the chandelier to the table. Long lines are perfect for square and rectangular tables, while curves and round chandeliers echo a round table’s shape.
2. Dim the Lights
Next, as we mentioned above, make sure you have lights that are on dimmers. This can include the chandelier, but you might also want to put your accent lighting on dimmers. There are times when you may want more light, such as holidays where the whole family is around the table and the turkey is being carved, and times when you may want the lights dim and moody, such as smaller, more intimate dinners with just a few other people.
3. Accent Lighting and Layers of Light
Speaking of accent lighting, you will want to layer your lights. Accent lighting can help spotlight art and it can also create a glow that lights the edges of the room for a cozier feel. This helps create a comfortable, informal space for dinner. There are plenty of methods of adding accents and layering lighting because using just a chandelier is often not enough. One way is to use recessed lighting, which, again, should be on a dimmer. You can also add wall sconces that can also be placed on dimmers.
4. Add Candles for Mood Lighting
Another easy way to add a layer of light is to bring in some candles! Candles bring a soft glow to the room, greatly helping the ambiance. Plus, you can find scented candles to help set the tone of the room as well. (If you want to light up a special meal with some candles, though, look for unscented ones instead. You don’t want the scent of the candles to interfere with the delicious smell of the food!)
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