Imagine your bathroom being more than just the room where you complete all of your personal grooming. Picture a room with a luxurious soaker tub beneath a grand chandelier. With a few easy steps, your bathroom can become the perfect oasis, complete with luxurious lighting that is more commonly being seen in interior design. Here is a guide to bathroom chandeliers.
Calculate the Perfect Fit
Before purchasing a chandelier, ensure that your bathroom is the correct height and that the space you wish to install it in is large enough. The minimum height that a room can be to comfortably hang a chandelier is 7 feet. Measuring the space beforehand will allow you to make the correct decision on which type of chandelier you wish to install.
Consider the Structural Support
Before making a decision on the type of chandelier you would like to install, it is important to consider whether or not your bathroom ceiling has adequate structural support to hold the chandelier in place. First, ensure that the electrical box is compatible for the weight of your chandelier. Most boxes that are made for heavy fixtures will have a special brace that extends to the adjacent joists in your ceiling for extra support. If the box has the brace, it will be enough support for a heavy chandelier. If not, you can buy them at your local hardware store such Home Depot. and easily install them. Once you have the support brace installed, your bathroom will be ready for the installation of your luxurious new chandelier.
Choose the Right Design
A chandelier is a unique way of adding that extra luxurious touch to your bathroom, so it is essential that you choose the right design to suit your needs. There are many different styles of chandeliers, with each one emitting a different kind of lighting. To assist you in your decision, here are some examples of the different styles of chandeliers:
- The tiered Chandelier: This type of chandelier is characterized by multiple arms protruding outwards, with numerous lights. The more tiers a chandelier has, the larger it will be, making it best for larger bathrooms with more space.
- Traditional: The traditional chandelier brings charm and class to a room with its simple design, accented with ornamental arrangements. This type of chandelier is smaller, but can still bring an element of luxury to any room.
- Crystal: A crystal chandelier is comprised of many crystals, all different shapes and sizes. It is designed so that the light reflects off of each crystal, emanating a luxurious effect throughout the room.
- Transitional: The transitional chandelier is a combination of the traditional and the modern look. The tiered shape, combined with ornate accents are a reflection of the traditional chandelier, but there is a touch of modern appeal added. These chandeliers are the most versatile and are ideal for almost any interior design theme.
Add a Bold Colour Statement
Your bathroom is your temporary escape from the outside world and should be a room that has an element of your personality reflected in its interior design. Add a touch of colour and make a bold statement with a chandelier that compliments the colour scheme of your decor. This colourful choice will not only make your bathroom luxurious and inviting, but it will also allow you to add that extra element of unique design that reflects your individuality.
A chandelier provides a simple way to add that extra element of luxury and extravagance to your bathroom. After confirming measurements and choosing the perfect one for you, your bathroom will be the dream oasis that you have always wanted it to be. For more information on bathroom chandeliers, visit the Caliber Homes Blog.