Many people wonder where they should put a chandelier. There are plenty of spaces all around the home that would work well with a chandelier or other type of hanging light. In many cases, a chandelier is the only type of light that would look sensational. This article acts as a guide to the best places in the home for a chandelier and if a chandelier isn't appropriate, what are the best lights to use. Read on to find out more!

Entrance Hallway

This can work very well with a chandelier so long as the space is large. Small, narrow hallways would be overshadowed with a chandelier, especially if the ceiling was quite low. Although a chandelier can certainly provide a dramatic feature as you enter the home, only a very particular type of hallway can benefit. Modern houses tend to have narrow hallways and in these it is much better to avoid hanging lights altogether and instead go for spot lights or wall lights.

Sitting Room

This is usually the perfect place for a dazzling chandelier. Again you have to be careful that there is room for a tall person to walk underneath the spot where it would hang, and that you buy the right size for the room. Having a chandelier that is too large for the room looks even worse than having one that is too small for the space. You must measure up extremely carefully beforehand if you are to get it right. If there is not enough room for a chandelier then table lamps and floor lamps can look fantastic in a sitting room. You can buy them in all shapes and sizes and to match any type of interior design too. If the room is very large then a chandelier as well as a few lamps may be required.

Kitchen

In the kitchen a chandelier is generally not suitable, unless there is a large amount of space over the kitchen table where the majority of dining and eating takes place. Otherwise a kitchen needs a large amount of task lighting so cooking is easy to do. If you do want some mood lighting in your kitchen as well as task lighting then you could always find some dimmer switches for the main lights. These can be turned up high when cooking and turned right down low when eating or entertaining.

Bedrooms

Generally chandeliers aren't used in bedrooms although there isn't really a reason why they shouldn't be. Often bedrooms are not decorated in a formal or grand way and that is perhaps the reason why alternatives to chandeliers are used. Furthermore the chandelier won't be seen as much when placed in a bedroom as when placed in one of the reception rooms downstairs. If you do want a chandelier in the bedroom then matching the size and decor is important.

Bathrooms

Because of the amount of humidity in the bathroom and all the water, hanging lights of any kind shouldn't be used. Instead you should use lights that are designed for bathroom use only and they should be inset into the ceiling or the walls. It is a good idea to use some kind of lighting around or above the main mirror as it is here you will need to carry out tasks such as applying makeup or brushing teeth. If you are able, try and use dimmer switches in the bathroom as well so that you can have a relaxing bath if you so wish with mood lighting.

When it comes to hanging a chandelier, there isn't really a right or wrong place to hang it; it is just that some places are better than others. Chandelier lighting is quite grand and looks dazzling if used correctly. A ceiling fan light, lamps or wall lights could all be used instead however in any room of the house.