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Lighting dilemma

Green & Mustard Interiors

5 years ago

The lounge we're working on has two ceiling lights but we're planning to use mostly lamps and low lighting. Also, we'd like to go for a chandelier but the cost of two is prohibitive. The ceilings are also low-ish so I can only really have on above the coffee table in the centre of the room.

So, is it cheaper to get the light electrics changed to one central light or to buy two chandeliers?? Remembering that the plaster would need fixing up etc too!

TIA!

Comments (3)

Emily
5 years ago
If you like using auxiliary lighting most of the time I don’t necessarily think you need expensive ceiling lights. A strong good look can be achieved with many different light fittings imo maybe even simple rice paper ones.
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Litecraft
5 years ago
Hi Green & Mustard Interiors,

Taking what you have said into consideration, I believe that we may be able to offer some lighting options that could help you with your dilemma. I just have a few of questions that would help me to offer the best options for you. Firstly, what size are you looking for? Also, do you have any styles in mind that you like or that you have seen? Lastly, what colour are you wanting? Maybe do you have any photos of the area for reference?

We offer a wide range of chandeliers at different price points, and so if that is the route you choose to go down, then here are some options. Many are also adjustable so fit lower ceilings.

[9 Light Nickel Arm Chandelier [(https://www.houzz.co.uk/products/9-light-nickel-arm-chandelier-prvw-vr~109718364)
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[Vara 3 Light Chandelier [(https://www.houzz.co.uk/products/vara-3-light-bathroom-chandelier-chrome-prvw-vr~102091212)
Vara 3 Light Bathroom Chandelier, Chrome · More Info

[Madonna Antique Brass Chandelier Style Shade[(https://www.houzz.co.uk/products/madonna-antique-brass-chandelier-style-pendant-shade-prvw-vr~109718303)
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[5 Light Marie Therese Chandelier[(https://www.houzz.co.uk/products/5-light-marie-therese-chandelier-gold-prvw-vr~105367719)
5 Light Marie Therese Chandelier, Gold · More Info

You can check out our full range of Chandeliers [here[(https://www.houzz.co.uk/products/chandeliers-prbr1-br~t_10183~a_10-10518531).

Alternatively, we do offer a range of Flush and Semi-Flush lights which may fit a lower ceiling better. Here are some we offer.

[Emily Glass Prism Ceiling Bar Flush Light [(https://www.houzz.co.uk/products/emily-glass-prism-bar-ceiling-flush-light-prvw-vr~109718279)
Emily Glass Prism Bar Ceiling Flush Light · More Info

[Marquis by Waterford, Bresna Recessed Ceiling Light [(https://www.houzz.co.uk/products/marquis-by-waterford-bresna-recessed-ceiling-light-cool-white-prvw-vr~102091356)
Marquis by Waterford, Bresna Recessed Ceiling Light, Cool White · More Info

[Preston 3 Light Semi Flush Light [(https://www.houzz.co.uk/products/preston-3-light-bathroom-semi-flush-globe-ceiling-light-chrome-prvw-vr~124908535)
Preston 3-Light Bathroom Semi Flush Globe Ceiling Light, Chrome · More Info

[Contemporary Milano Semi Flush Light[(https://www.houzz.co.uk/products/contemporary-milano-semi-flush-ceiling-light-small-prvw-vr~112396532)
Contemporary Milano Semi Flush Ceiling Light, Small · More Info

You can check out our full range of Flush and Semi flush lights [here[(https://www.houzz.co.uk/products/flush-ceiling-lights-prbr1-br~t_14240~a_10-10518531).

Hope this helps. Any questions, don't hesitate to contact us at 0161 359 4777 or email us at customerservice@litecraft.co.uk.

Kind Regards, Litecraft Team.
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Totally agree!! In the end I've made my own :) What do you think?

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