Antique Style Lighting Fixtures

Antique Lighting

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In the last few years, we have seen an increasing interest in traditional styles and designs from vintage clothes to antique furniture, and everything in between. Even some modern companies have strayed from the more contemporary styles we were used to in order to focus on the traditional patterns and design elements of the past. Antique European design has been prevalent in our society for some time, proving that the styles of the past are classic. 4 House Lighting realizes that everyone’s taste is different and offers lighting to fit the décor of any home, including a wide variety of antique design lighting to help you create a timeless look to your house.

There is more to creating a period look in your house than just selecting the right antique design lighting. One of the first things to determine is what period you want your home to reflect. It is estimated that people change the décor in their home every 20 years, so to remain true to the design of your home you should choose antique design lighting from the same or later period than that of your house but avoid antique lighting from before the time your home was built. 4 House Lighting has antique lighting collections that offer wall sconces, chandeliers, pendants, or antique lanterns, all in the same style. Once you have decided on the period you want your house to be decorated in, you can find an entire collection of antique lighting to make your redecoration simple.

Once you have selected a time period to focus on, it is good to note that Americans in the 19 th century spent the majority of their money on the rooms in their house that were seen by visitors. If you are to stay true to the period style, it is best to add a number of antique design lighting fixtures in the entry hall and dining room. Traditionally, the second floor of a home was lit by candles, which were later replaced by simple wall sconces or even ceiling fixtures. Antique lanterns and wall sconces can be found to coordinate with the antique design lighting you choose for your more public rooms.

Another characteristic of 19 th century antique lighting design is low hanging light fixtures with a low wattage light bulb. Often more light fixtures were used to increase the light in the room. While a hanging antique light or lantern that will be walked under should have a standard clearance of seven feet, any lighting fixture that hangs over a table or work area can be lowered to create a more elegant look that is true to the period. Instead of lighting a large room with one light fixture, use multiple forms of antique lighting to add more light without needing a very bright bulb. More, softer lights create a truly period feeling.

4 House Lighting has made it easy to find the style of antique design lighting that will fit your house and style. Once you have determined the look you want, whether it is antique European lighting featuring chandeliers and crystals, or a simple antique bronze lantern that adds a simple elegance, 4 House Lighting will help you find the perfect antique lighting to fit your needs. The selection of antique design lighting available through 4 House Lighting makes it easy to find just the right lighting to add the finishing touch to a room while expressing your own, unique personality.

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