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Wrought Iron Chandeliers by Jennifer Bailey
It is not very often that you find light fixtures with a distinct
character; but you do with the chandelier. There's the delicate,
touch-me-not beauty of the crystal chandelier. And then, there's
the robust, wrought-iron chandelier.
Wrought-iron chandeliers are basically no-frills,
no-fuss affairs. They have a certain versatility about them too,
and the versatility seems all the more fascinating when we consider
the two incompatible traits they possess. Firstly, wrought iron
chandeliers have an archaic feel to them. As such they do not
synchronize well with the futuristic- looking furniture types.
And yet, with their in-your-face starkness, they blend in rather
well with minimalist-looking furniture styles, which is actually
a fairly recent development. Because of their robust look, they
also fit in well with the décor of a salon in a Western
town or a ranch house.
The greatest asset of a wrought iron chandelier
is its hassle-free maintenance. However intricately carved it
may be, all it needs is regular wiping with ordinary soap and
water and an occasional polishing to retain its gloss and shine.
It does, however need protection against rust, so it is better
if it is not hung in a damp place. Although it has an antique
look to it, a wrought iron chandelier can be aged to look even
older; that too, can be done without much fanfare.. All it needs
a coating of antiquing glaze.
The wrought-iron chandelier has in it the hallmark
of a truly great piece of furniture. Its versatility is its greatest
asset for it lends itself well to home makeovers. It is one of
those rare breeds of furniture that fits into quite contrasting
kinds of decors.
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