The hallway is the most visited room, one might say, the face of every housewife. A chandelier in the hallway will make even the smallest room comfortable and cozy. When choosing a chandelier, consider the size of the hallway that it should illuminate. The number of light bulbs in your chandelier will depend on this. Chandeliers are divided into two types: wall and ceiling. Decorators recommend wall chandeliers both independently and as additional lighting. When choosing ceiling lights, you should consider the rule: the smaller the room, the smaller the chandelier should be. A chandelier is the final design element of your hallway.
Modern chandeliers in the hallway
Nowadays, designers offer us a huge number of modern chandeliers for the hallway. Buying a chandelier is not that difficult. It is much more difficult to decide on the option that will suit your taste. One of the most stylish are pendant chandeliers. The length of such a chandelier is easily adjustable, which is extremely necessary for low ceilings. The main thing when choosing such a chandelier is to decide on the size and shape.
High-tech chandeliers will add lightness and individuality to the hallway. The high-tech style is quite practical, it is characterized by minimalism and clear geometric shapes.
A fusion style chandelier will add freshness to the interior.
When buying a chandelier, remember that it should not be a separate element in the interior, it should blend into the style of the hallway.
Chandelier installation
A hallway or hallway light can be installed in several different ways. Today there are three main installation methods, namely:
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- installation on a hook;
- installation on a bar;
- installation on a manufactured platform.
The choice of a specific method depends on the design of the hallway and a number of other aspects. An excellent example is a suspended ceiling. This decor is the most finicky, as it can be damaged by a careless touch.
If a suspended ceiling is installed in the kitchen, then it is necessary to use an installation method that will have the most beautiful appearance. After all, there may be a large number of people in this part of the apartment or house. There is no such need in the hallway and corridors.
Because people don’t really linger in such premises. The main thing when installing a chandelier is not to damage the suspended ceiling. If you have other types of ceiling finishes, you can use any of the presented installation methods.
Thus, choosing a chandelier for the hallway and corridors is a very important and scrupulous process, during which you need to carefully analyze many different factors.
Ceiling chandelier in the hallway
If you are looking for a compact, small, low chandelier, take a closer look at the ceiling chandelier. This chandelier is mounted right up to the ceiling. These chandeliers come in single-segment and multi-segment types.
When choosing a chandelier for the hallway, you should remember the lighting features; the lighting elements in the hallway should be bright enough. After all, this room often has no windows. When choosing a chandelier, consider the size of your hallway.
A small chandelier will suit a small room; a larger one should be chosen for a larger one. Also consider the shape of the hallway when choosing a chandelier. For example, if your hallway is square, the chandelier can be round. Oblong chandeliers will suit elongated hallways. Ceiling chandeliers look harmonious in small hallways.
Chandelier in the hallway under a suspended ceiling
To make your ceiling look elegant, you need to choose the right chandelier. The stretch ceiling is complemented with various lamps. It can be an LED chandelier, a chandelier made of decorative wood, a crystal chandelier, spotlights and many others.
A wonderful solution for the hallway would be a suspended ceiling made of glossy fabric. This canvas perfectly reflects light, which is very beneficial for the hallway.
Lighting fixtures on such a ceiling should not be located close to the canvas; they can ruin it. This problem can be avoided by using low-wattage lamps or using reflectors. You should also not purchase a chandelier with a complex fastening - this can damage the canvas.
Light source type
An important factor is the light source in the chandelier. The technical side of operating the device rather than its beauty depends on this factor. However, many professional designers are confident that the type of lighting directly affects the design of corridors and hallways, but this is a controversial issue. One way or another, there are several options for ceiling lamps, depending on the type of light source.
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Devices powered by incandescent lamps are the most common option. Such lamps are present in many apartments and houses today. The devices produce very soft light that is not irritating to the human eye. The main negative factor of incandescent lamps is the high energy consumption.
An equally good solution for the hallway and corridors would be the use of halogen lamps. They have a wider light spectrum and are also significantly more economical than devices operating on incandescent lamps. However, there is an opinion that this kind of lamps is harmful to human health.
LED lighting is the best option that can be found on the market today. Such chandeliers combine economy and beauty of light. In addition, the longevity of LED lamps is a big advantage.
The choice of each type, again, must be based on personal beliefs. In general, the main distinguishing parameter is the light output. In this case, the most “soft” are classic lamps with incandescent lamps.
Chandelier for a small hallway
When choosing a chandelier for a small hallway, each of us must take into account a lot of nuances. For small rooms, it is best to choose small chandeliers. In this case, the lighting device must be powerful enough. Bright lighting will allow you to visually enlarge a small hallway; in this matter, the correct placement of the chandelier will not be amiss.
When choosing a chandelier for the hallway, you need to take into account the style of your room; the chandelier should complement it, and not be a separate component. A chandelier in a minimalist style will suit a hallway with clear, smooth surfaces, simplicity in design, and furniture in geometric shapes.
English style is a style of comfort and severity. Such chandeliers are usually made of metal, with shades made of crystal or frosted glass. Therefore, if you have already decided on the style of your hallway. Then choosing a chandelier will not be difficult for you.
The role of lighting in hallways
As we know, any home is designed with the expectation that the main comfort zones will be the bedrooms, kitchen, living room and, of course, the bathroom. At the same time, few people think about the need to create comfort in the hallways.
Thus, this element of the room very often remains without due attention and does not represent anything interesting. Lighting in this case is a lifeline. A properly installed chandelier or lamps will help bring the visual perception of the hallway space to a new, more harmonious level.
However, when choosing this element, you need to take into account some design rules. Because an illiterately purchased lamp can cause extremely negative results, for example: the hallway space will be lost, there will be insufficient lighting, etc.
Hanging four-arm chandeliers for the hallway
Nowadays, the lighting market can offer us a huge number of chandelier options. Wooden, metal, LED with and without remote control. But still, four-arm chandeliers do not cease to be popular in the electrical market.
Hanging four-arm chandeliers are chosen mainly for rooms with high ceilings. Such chandeliers are universal, they can be chosen to suit every taste. Thanks to the presence of arms, the chandelier is suitable for central lighting in a spacious hallway. The advantage of such chandeliers is their ease of installation. You can handle the assembly and connection yourself.
Carob chandeliers are easy to care for; you just need to remove the shade and wipe it with a damp cloth. Another advantage of horn lamps is that when changing the interior, you don’t need to buy a new chandelier. It is enough just to change the lampshades to match the new design.
LED chandeliers in the hallway
LED chandeliers occupy the first place in the manufacturer's market. Although the appearance of an LED chandelier is practically no different from a regular one. The difference can only be seen when the chandelier is turned on. LEDs allow you to change the color scheme, thereby creating a mesmerizing atmosphere. When working with LEDs, designers are not limited in their imagination when creating a chandelier. The styles of such chandeliers are very diverse from classic, minimalism to loft or baroque.
An LED chandelier with a remote control can glow not only with white light, but also with red, green, blue, and neon. LED chandeliers have another advantage. They can change the brightness of their lighting. This happens using a special device - a dimmer. To do this, you just need to turn a special switch. In addition, LED chandeliers are very economical. It depends on the fact that LEDs spend their energy on lighting, and a very small part on converting heat. This is currently the most energy efficient light source.
By approaching the choice of a chandelier for the hallway with all responsibility, you can be sure of the beauty and comfort of your room.
