MODERN LIGHTING FIXTURES MONTREAL

Comfort in an apartment depends not only on the interior, but also on the lighting elements. When talking about the lighting in the apartment as a whole or in a separate room in particular,   we all tend to imagine a classical chandelier or modern ceiling lamp.

It is this lighting element that many view as the main element of an interior, which determines the style of a living space. Chandeliers add a specific atmosphere to the room; solemnity, elegance and grace, as well as creating a comfortable environment for living indoors, reading and relaxing. However, to pick a chandelier is not easy. The variety of models and styles of lighting interior brings shoppers to a standstill. Many of them usually do not even know how to choose a chandelier. In this article, here at Luminaire Montreal we will give some tips on choosing lighting fixtures.

Tips for Choosing a Chandelier:

When choosing a Lighting Fixture, a choice must begin with the type of light bulbs. Modern Chandeliers can use several types of light bulbs. Incandescent bulbs are more common, but quietly go out of fashion; as more modern and bright light sources are being manufactured. Nevertheless the advantages of incandescent light bulbs include the fact that when they are used in a room it creates a soft and warm beam of light. On the other hand cons include a low percentage of efficiency. Such bulbs have a high heating temperature, therefore if the lighting fixture has parts made of plastic or paper, they may start to melt or burn. Therefore these bulbs should not be used with fixtures that have plastic or paper details. 

The next type of bulb is the halogen bulb. These types of bulbs are mainly used on chandeliers, and it is the type of light bulb that we recommend at Luminaire Montreal. This is the type of bulb that you want to have on you lighting fixture. Since they are very bright they reduce eyestrain. Also they are perfect for highlighting the colors of your room furniture and artwork. As the white focused light makes colors appear more vibrant. They allow pinpoint focus. They are also 10 to 20 percent more energy efficient than standard light bulbs, they will also burn brighter and longer. To the end of its life it will still be outputting 94 percent of its original light.  

The third type of light bulbs is the fluorescent bulb.
They are characterized by high efficiency. The main drawback is that they emit a cold white light. Chandeliers with such bulbs should be installed in rooms where there is a need for a very bright light level; such as the kitchen.

When choosing a Chandelier, it is also necessary to pay attention to the power of the lighting fixture. The power is equal to the sum of the powers of every bulb installed on the fixture. If you have any doubt that the chandelier has not enough power to fully light up your room, then it is better to buy a Chandelier with capacity in reserve. A relay is then set in your room with the possibility of adjustment. Such a device is called a dimmer.

For good lighting in any room, you need to have combined Lighting Fixtures. Meaning that having only a Chandelier might not be enough; it is why at Luminaire Montreal we recommend that you also add to your room a Floor Lamp, Table lamp, or Wall lamp. Suspend the Chandelier in the center of the room and install the floor lamp in a corner; next to a desk, or coffee table to provide the optimum level of light in certain parts of the room.

When choosing a Lighting Fixture it is important to determine its type. There are two main types: Ceiling Lights and Chandeliers. Chandeliers hang from the ceiling whereas Ceiling Lights are fixed directly on the ceiling. A Chandelier would be more appropriate in a room with high ceilings. The Ceiling Light on the other hand in a room with lower ceilings or in a room where you want to feel comfortable; such as the bedroom. As you will enter our Luminaire Montreal Website you will find Ceilings Lights and Chandeliers in two separate categories, so there is no confusion possible. 
Lighting fixtures can also be separated in two main styles: Classic and Modern. From there we can also separate into Crystal and Non-Crystal. Crystal Lighting Fixtures are very special and unique; at Luminaire Montreal we specialize in three different types of Crystals: Swarovski, Bohemian, and Asfour.    

At the stage of choosing the style of the Chandelier you need to know that the Chandelier should be in harmony with the interior design of the room. There should not be any incompatibility in color, or in style. The brightness of a Chandelier can change the color and the perception of some of the details of the room, especially if the lampshades of the fixture are colored lampshades.