Should you paint a ceiling medallion?

There is a common opinion that exists that ceiling medallions, as well as other decorative architectural elements in the room, have to be painted white. You should coordinate colors of the ceiling medallions and other decorative architectural embellishments with the overall color theme of the room.

Are ceiling medallions in style?

Today, ceiling medallions are still popular for large rooms in more stately homes and are especially useful as a transition between a hanging ceiling fixture and a plain ceiling surface. They are also useful for purely practical reasons—to cover the light fixture’s ceiling box.

What style are ceiling medallions?

Ceiling medallions are decorative disks that are attached to the base of a ceiling lighting fixture. These ceiling additions are generally circular and include floral patterns, flowing curves and other decorative features.

How large should a ceiling medallion be?

A room with a square footage from 140 to 210 square feet would need a medallion that’s 20 to 30 inches wide. A room with a square footage from 210 to 280 square feet would need a medallion that’s 30 to 40 inches wide. Any room larger than 280 square feet would need a medallion 40 inches wide.

Are ceiling roses fashionable?

Ceiling roses are very fashionable once more and are now incorporated into many new builds but homeowners with older properties may find the original ceiling roses have been removed. It is surprisingly easy and affordable to add a ceiling rose, or to replace a damaged or unattractive one.

Did all Victorian houses have ceiling roses?

Did every Victorian reception room have a ceiling rose? No. Bedrooms and attic rooms, servants’ quarters and domestic offices were usually given the minimum of architectural decoration.

Did Edwardian houses have ceiling roses?

The Victorian ceiling rose 1837 – 1901 The decorative plaster ceiling rose had now become an essential part of ceiling decoration. The Edwardian ceiling rose 1901 – 1914 Many people assume Edwardian decorative plaster roses were very plain, this was not, on the whole the case.

Can you move a ceiling rose?

Ceiling roses can easily be moved, especially if your house has recently been built or has been re-wired to bring it up to modern standards. If you have, or suspect you have, old wiring then check it first before you start work.

How easy is it to move a ceiling light?

Often, when a room goes through a total remodel, the light fixtures are replaced, but if there’s a fixture you wish to keep, you can just move it to its new location. This is a fairly basic, straightforward project, but you must take safety precautions because you’re dealing with electricity.

Why are my ceiling lights not in the Centre?

If you have ever noticed that back then old houses were designed in such a way that the central lights are not in the center but near the windows. So, as to prevent people from seeing into the room when the light is on from the outside.

Where should a ceiling light be?

As a general rule of thumb ceiling lights in sitting rooms, bedrooms and hallways should be hung approximately 7 feet above floor level. This is only a basic guideline – it is your room, so hang the light fitting at a height you are comfortable with.

Why were ceiling lights put near windows?

In designing electrical layouts for housing I was taught that the light fittings should be located close to the window to increase privacy. If a person stood between the light and the window then their silhouette would be more visible than if they stood behind the light.

Do pendant lights need to be centered over an island?

Ideally, you want the space between each pendant to be at least the same as the width or diameter of each fixture. If you choose one long pendant, it should be hung centered with the center point of the island and take up no more than ⅔ or the island (see diagram in next section)

How many pendants do I need for a 9 foot island?

Multiple the number of feet by two and three. These numbers represent the range in inches of the appropriate pendant height for your ceiling height….Pendant Light Length Based on Ceiling Height?

Ceiling Height (feet)	Range for Height of Pendants (inches)
9	18″ – 27″
10	20″ – 30″
11	22″ – 33″
12	24″ – 36″

How far do pendant lights hang down?

12-20 inches

How Big Should kitchen island pendants be?

Typically, kitchen pendant lights (at their lowest point) are hung about 32 inches to 36 inches above the counter. CRITICAL you need to take the total measurement from the floor. That means to the bottom of the pendant. The ideal height is about 69 to 72 inches from the floor to the base of the pendant.

Are pendant lights out of style?

Absolutely not. Pendant lights are still very much in style for their intended use. In fact, they are growing in popularity.

How many lights should go over a kitchen island?

Three

How far down should pendant lights hang over an island?

As a general rule, you’ll want at least 30″ to 36″ clearance between your surface and the bottom of your fixtures. Small islands (4 to 5 feet long) usually do well with one large or two medium pendants, while larger islands can handle two larger or three medium sized pendants.

What is a good size for a pendant?

After a measurement is obtained, its a good idea to opt for a necklace size that is at least the second size up from your neck size. For example, if you have an 18 inch neck, you should probably choose a chain length of 20 inches or more. An 18 inch chain would feel too tight.

How many pendants do I need for a 8 foot island?

For an example, in an island of 8 feet, 1 or 2 pendant lights are required. In a 34 square feet Island, you would require 3 pendant lights where each lamp is providing 10 square feet of light. In another case, if a pendant showers light on an area of 6 square feet, then you would require 5 lights.

How low should a hallway light hang?

7 feet

How far down from the ceiling should a chandelier hang?

The generally accepted rule for hanging dining room chandeliers is that the bottom of the fixture should hang between 30 and 36 inches above the top of the dining table. This range assumes you have an 8-foot ceiling.

Can a chandelier be too big?

A chandelier that is too large can easily overpower a room and its inhabitants; one that is too small becomes insignificant and decreases the perceived value of the entire space.

What size flush mount light for hallway?

For instance, for a room that has a height of 8 feet, the height for a flush or semi-flush ceiling light could be between 20” and 24” tall when installed directly against the ceiling. As an example, a 4 foot wide hallway could accommodate an 8 to 10 inch diameter ceiling light.