Selecting the right chandelier for your living space isn’t as simple as finding a design you love. The electricians at Etheridge Electric Company Inc. in Hahira, GA, have a keen understanding of all the considerations homeowners should weigh when shopping for the perfect light fixtures. Here are their tips for selecting pieces that suit your style as well as your home’s existing features.

A Guide to Buying the Right Chandelier for Your Space

1. Follow Existing Architectural Cues

If you can’t quite pinpoint what would look best, take a cue from your home’s architectural elements. Old-world decor and warm color palettes coordinate well with a wrought-iron chandelier with taper candles. Clean lines and sleek furnishings provide the perfect setting for a more avant-garde fixture. While you can juxtapose styles, this approach is risky and may result in a chandelier that looks out of place.

2. Determine Your Lighting Needs

Although a chandelier provides a lot of illumination, it may not be sufficient to fill the space. An electrician can design a plan that includes additional fixtures, such as recessed lights or corner wall sconces. A lighting contractor can also install a dimmer to control brightness.

3. Consider Energy-Efficient Designs

It pays to invest in an LED design to reduce your energy bills. An LED bulb also has a longer lifespan than halogen, a factor that is especially important for chandeliers, since it can be difficult to reach and change out burnt-out bulbs.

4. Recognize the Sizing Limitations

Room size matters more than you may think—grand chandeliers overwhelm small spaces, while small ones won’t make an impact in a large room. To avoid buying the wrong size, measure the room first. Then, add the width to the length. The resulting figure is equivalent to the ideal diameter, in inches, for your new chandelier.

If you’d like to revamp your South Georgia home with a new light fixture, trust the electricians at Etheridge Electrical Company Inc. They’ll transform your space with vivid designs that reflect your tastes. In addition to lighting installation, they offer a full menu of commercial and residential electrical services, deep well pump maintenance, and entry gate system installation. Visit their website to learn more about their electrical services, or call at (229) 794-2148.