Chandeliers are perfect for a girl’s room. Why is that? Take most princess books and cartoons, and I guarantee that you will usually find a chandelier in the princess’ room.  My niece learned about chandeliers that way, and then started wanting one for her room.

To her, a chandelier is magical and glamorous, and is one of those things that will make her feel like a princess.  If you’re reading this, then you know that chandeliers for girls’ bedrooms are a good idea.

Things to Take into Consideration

Chandeliers come in all shapes and sizes. Depending on the girl’s age and style, you can either go with whimsical and fun, or elegant and sophisticated.

In general though, the best thing to do is focus on the room’s décor. Your best bet is to get a fixture that matches the theme and colors of the room, which taking into consideration that you’re better off not considering something that will not be outdated in the near future as your girl grows and her personality changes.

Like previously mentioned in other articles, size and lighting also play an important part, though in this case, the purpose might be a bit different.

Kids do a lot of different activities in their rooms usually. It can be reading, drawing, or just playing around with their toys. The first two require strong enough lighting, while others do not. For this reason, it is a good idea to consider three-way lighting. In case you’re not sure what three-way lighting is, it’s when you use light bulbs that can produce three levels of light (low, medium, and high). Unlike a dimmer, these bulbs operate at full voltage and temperature, and so the light given out is always of the same color.

When it comes to size, it’s important for the fixture to be high enough. If the chandelier sits too low, then it is simply not practical. A kid might be able to knock around a chandelier that sits too low, which can be dangerous.

The size and height of the chandelier should usually be relative to the size of the room and the height of the ceiling, but in this case, small exceptions can and should be made for safety reasons.

A Last Word

The room we’re talking about here is most likely smaller than the master bedroom. This means that chandeliers for a girl’s bedroom will be smaller than the ones you choose to install in the parent’s bedroom or other bigger rooms. This is also reflected in the prices. You can find nice chandeliers for your girl(s) bedroom(s) without paying a fortune.

Anyways, I will leave you with some more pictures that you can use for inspiration.

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Glass, brass, and metal chandeliers are some of the most common chandeliers to be found in houses, but did you know that it all started with the wooden chandelier?

Chandeliers at the Beginning

The earliest chandeliers were made out of wood and took the form of a cross. Later on, more complex forms of chandeliers started appearing, based on ring or crown designs, and then more recently, they started getting more ornate forms with long curving arms like what we see commonly nowadays. With the advancements in glass making, glass chandeliers started becoming more and more popular, especially since people liked their light-scattering refractive properties.

Why a Wooden Chandelier Nowadays?

What I mentioned above is true. Most people go with glass or metal chandeliers in their house, and especially in the bedroom. In fact, I would go as far as to say that glass chandeliers are almost aesthetically abused. They have attractive designs, they are easy to clean, and the glass shines in ways that enhance the lighting, making them immediately look beautiful.

Even with this, there are several reasons you might want to think about wooden chandeliers:

• If you’re looking for a more natural look within the room. A wooden chandelier can provide both a sophisticated and elegant look as well as a more natural and down-to-earth vibe.
• They instantly bring a time-worn, rustic quality to any space.
• They can be adorned with beads, crystals, and shades, benefiting from some of the qualities of brass, iron, or glass chandeliers, while keeping the natural and rustic vibe.
• Some can be cheaper than other types of chandeliers while still looking great.

How to Choose the Best Wooden Chandelier

For the most part, choosing a wooden chandelier is very similar to choosing any other chandelier. You need to consider the overall feel of the room, the size of the room, the height of the ceiling, the rest of the décor, and the type of lighting you require, except there are a few other things you need to consider.

In general, these types of chandeliers can have a very rustic design, a natural design, or even abstract designs, or a combination of the three. They can all be beautiful, but it’s important to understand that they can be very different and will give out different vibes.

Rustic style chandeliers are usually larger and can easily dominate a room. In general, they use unfinished wood and seem as if they use items taken right out of a western movie. They can also contain wooden beads or similar.

More natural style chandeliers can have a resemblance to trees, tree branches, or perhaps deer antlers. They also usually use unfinished wood and can sometimes be abstract.

One thing you might also consider is whether or not you actually want real wood. There are many chandeliers made out of materials that look like wood but are lighter and less expensive than real wooden chandeliers. These give you more wiring configurations that usually deemed possible by using actual tree branches or similar, and can also save you money.

In conclusion, there really isn’t much more you can talk about when it comes to wooden chandeliers. Their main purpose is similar to their more common alternatives, but they can provide you with a more rustic or natural look that could fit anywhere you want. They can make for great bedroom chandeliers if you have the right décor.

I will leave you with a few more photos for your viewing pleasure.

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Whether you have made up your mind about putting up bedroom chandeliers in your house and are just looking for inspiration, or you still need some convincing, I gathered up a few pictures and put them here for you.

These examples show the whole room décor. There’s everything in there, from color contrasts, matching colors, furniture design, chandelier color, style, and design.

There is honestly no limit to what you can do with the bedroom. The choice is up to you.

For a formal master bedroom, you can go with an ornate, typically feminine chandelier: a crystal chandelier or a metal one with hanging crystals. Make it a relatively large intricate chandelier, and you will feel as if you’re in a lavish hotel room.

If you want a less formal master bedroom, you can choose a chandelier with cleaner and less intricate lines. These are usually made out of metal and could include simple fabric shades. Other ideas could be more funky and modern chandeliers.

Now if what you’re looking for is not for the master bedroom, but perhaps for a nursery, or for a little girl’s bedroom, then there are always choices as well. There are feminine chandeliers with flower fabrics or similar. For boys, there exist themed chandeliers (e.g. cowboys, pirates, etc…) that can be more masculine.

In any case, here are some pictures that will provide you with all the inspiration you might need for bedroom chandeliers. (Hint: Click on the pictures to make them bigger. You can then go through them using the arrow keys).

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A bedroom reflects its owner’s personality, and as such, no two bedrooms are the same. Every person has their own ideas and style. Bedroom chandeliers can add warmth to a bedroom making it into a cozy refuge, or it can be a dramatic centerpiece that sets the tone for the look and style of the room.

Here are some design ideas that will help you enhance your bedroom with a chandelier.

Accent Lighting

Accent lighting is all about emphasizing an area of or an object in the room. The lighting will then highlight certain aspects of the room’s décor.

Using a chandelier, you can draw attention to your bed, giving the room a centered feel while adding to the romantic factor. If you hang it above the bed, the chandelier will turn the bed into a beautiful centerpiece bathed in a warm and gentle light. Consider installing a dimmer to customize the mood in your bedroom on a whim.

Go Beyond your Chandelier

If you decide on a chandelier with in the center of the room, you can use additional lighting in a way to bounce lights off of walls and ceilings in order to generate a mood of expansiveness. Think of the chandelier as a central fixture, and then add complimentary lighting by using sconces, pendants, or table lamps to create a spacious feeling.

It is pretty much a good idea to experiment with different lighting scenarios to compliment your bedroom chandelier. For example, you could hang wall sconces on both sides of a shelf to provide balance, or you could gently highlight a wall with a table lamp or similar. It’s all about your creativity.

Go Beyond the Center

It’s very common to put up a chandelier in the center of the room, and for a good reason: It’s dramatic and gives the room a centered feel. It’s not the only choice you have though. You can place a chandelier in other parts of the bedroom, giving it a fresh and different look:

• Do you have a desk or a dresser in your room? Consider hanging one or two chandeliers above them as opposed to the center of the room.
• Do you have a cozy corner in your room where you sit and do your reading? Consider hanging a chandelier above it for an eye-catching alluring reading corner.
• Do you have a relatively large mirror in the room? Consider placing the mirror or the chandelier in such a way that the mirror reflects the light throughout the room, maximizing the lighting capability and a welcoming atmosphere.

Bedroom Chandeliers Aren’t Just for the Adults

A chandelier can be a great addition to a child’s room. You can easily add princess-like or ballerina qualities to your girl’s bedroom with the right combinations, or even create a great supplement to a boy’s room décor with some theme-oriented chandeliers (e.g. prince charming), or sports-oriented chandeliers.

Accessorize your Chandelier

While chandeliers are beautiful on their own, you might want to add a personal touch to make them really shine and customize them to your own liking.

One great idea is to accessorize with beads. They can be colorful beads, or multifaceted transparent, silver, pearl, or gold beads. There are many choices that can be bought for the fraction of the price of a line of crystals, and with a bit of creativity, they can greatly embellish the plainest chandelier.

Another idea is to give a second life to your chandelier by repainting it with colors that will work better with your bedroom’s décor. This can be an especially good idea for updating the looks of old bedroom chandeliers that are showing their age. A great example of this is painting the chandelier with a similar shade to your bed sheets or bed frame for a look that will pull the room together.

Don’t be afraid of experimenting and using your imagination. You are best in touch with your personality and your bedroom. The design, flexibility, and style of your bedroom chandeliers should, after all, cater to your own needs and desires.

Chandeliers are like a beautiful piece of art that can easily become the focal point for a room. In the past, it was unusual to see chandeliers in places other than in grand rooms such as the entrance or the dining room. They were also a symbol of wealth and could only be found in palaces and the houses of the rich.

Nowadays, they are found equally appropriate and perhaps even more beautiful when used in classically uncommon places. Bedroom chandeliers are currently a big trend for those that want to send a clear message of elegance, impression, and higher standard.

Why a Bedroom Chandelier?

Rarely did you see a chandelier illuminating any room other than the entrance or the dining room. Times have changed and now chandeliers are a brilliant idea in any room of the house. There are many good reasons for installing one in the bedroom.

1. Bedroom chandeliers provide an extra level of elegance and sophistication, which makes the bedroom feel more like a royal suite inside a castle than just another bedroom. The master bedroom of today is often a luxurious suite with its own bathroom. An intricate chandelier can easily match the grandeur of the room to create a glamorous space.
2. They can be an illuminating source of light that will turn a boring bedroom into a dreamy and relaxing sanctuary. They are a perfect fit for the master bedroom or even a girl’s or boy’s bedroom.
3. They can be a very clever investment. They have been used for centuries as decorative pieces and they have never gone out of style. In addition, due to their elegant and imposing nature, they can add value to your house.

Choosing the Right Style of Bedroom Chandeliers

While chandeliers can add an amazing atmosphere to your bedroom, they need to be chosen well considering they will be the focus piece of the room.

To choose a good bedroom chandelier, you should think about the entire décor of the room. Is your room designed more with a contemporary or classic style? Does your bedroom already contain many other decorative pieces, or does it contain simple decorations?

A good rule of thumb is to start with a color or material that is predominant in the decoration scheme of the room, and go from there. If the room is more traditional, choose chandeliers with more intricate and decorative details. Otherwise, opt for simpler and cleaner ornamentation and details.

Choosing the Right Size of Bedroom Chandeliers

Choosing the right size for your chandelier is an important part of choosing the right chandelier. If it’s too large, it will overpower the space. Too small, and it will look out of place.

You should ask yourself the following size questions when choosing bedroom chandeliers:

1. How high is the ceiling? High ceilings require larger fixtures, while lower ceilings require smaller fixtures. Otherwise, the chandelier will not look balanced in the room.
2. How big is your bedroom? It’s a good idea to consider the size of the room when choosing a chandelier. An easy favorite is to add the width and the length of the room together in feet (e.g. 8 + 10), and then choose a chandelier with same diameter in inches (e.g. 18 inches).

While these are the basic questions you should ask yourself when choosing a chandelier, I highly recommend that you choose a fixture that may appear slightly larger than you think is appropriate. The reason for this is that a chandelier that is too small for the space is one of the biggest mistakes that a designer can do because it is usually very noticeable and makes it seem out of place.

A Good Decision

As you can see, chandeliers are not just for dining rooms, foyer, or entrances anymore. There are a lot of beautiful choices that come in varying sizes, shapes, and styles, especially when it comes to bedroom chandeliers.

You want your bedroom to reflect your personality. You want it to exude elegance, sophistication, and a sense of grandeur. There is no better way to achieve this than to complement your bedroom décor with a magnificent bedroom chandelier.