All about Foyer Chandeliers – How to Buy and Install the Perfect Foyer Chandelier 

Buying a foyer chandelier calls for a lot more than going to the shop or internet and getting any chandelier piece which appeals to you. There is so much that you need to put into consideration, more specifically about the right height for hanging the chandelier. Basically, it shouldn’t hang too high or too low, it needs to be at the most ideal height in order to serve its purpose well.

The first thing you need to do is to think about the size and height of your ceiling. You might want to take the time to measure the length and height of your foyer as well. While at it, you should try and determine the ceiling height as well, so as to know how the different lighting fixtures you will find in the market will be installed.

The size of your entrance will determine the amount of light that you need there. As such, you should also try and determine whether you are investing in a foyer chandelier purely for illumination purposes or also as an aesthetic appeal. If the entrance is dark, you might want to lean more towards a functional piece more than an esthetic piece.

While it is not entirely impossible to find both a functional and an esthetic piece in a single chandelier, when you have to choose between the two in a dark entryway, then going for a functional piece is highly advisable. This is where you have to think about the type of bulbs needed to illuminate the area perfectly.

The other most critical thing you need to know when buying foyer chandeliers is their installation. When buying one, you should ask the salesperson of any specific recommended ways of installing the different models they have in stock. This way, you will easily decide whether it is a task you can do on your own or you will need professional help, or an extra pair of hands to help with the installation process. You also want to establish whether there is any specific installation equipment or tools required, so you can know whether you should buy or rent them in order to execute your project successfully.

In most typical rooms, a chandelier should hang around 7 inches above the floor. This, however, is not always the case when it comes to the foyer. While it should basically be lower than 7 inches, sometimes it can be much higher than that. For example, if your foyer is two stories, you should not expect the fixture to hang below the second floor. A one storey foyer with a high ceiling should have your murano style chandelier hanging at least 7’6” above the floor.

You should know by now that a foyer chandelier should be hung at the centre of the room in order to create the perfect symmetry in the entryway and provide the much needed illumination evenly.

A foyer chandelier is among the first things people will notice when they get into your home. At the same time, you need to invest in a functional piece that will provide the much needed lighting. Try to go for a piece made of materials that complement your other accessories such as foyer furniture, trim work etc in the area.