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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.
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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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