Outdoor chandelier shades

Shades for outdoor chandeliers range in type and style. From what you would expect to find at a rustic lodge to contemporary, there are many to choose from.

Here are a few quick tips when choosing chandeliers with fabric shades. Be sure to choose ones that are weather resistant. Usually they are made from a weather resistant fabrics or vinyl. Both are a good choice.

When using a chandelier with globes consider insects and bugs. If the light will hang in an area that is not screened in, consider utilizing one with down turned shades. The upturned ones trap flying insects. Lady bugs, flies, and moths are a few of the suicide prone insects which tend to accumulate in upturned lights.

If using a chandelier in a very wet area, sealed glass globes or shades are a stylish but functional option.

When placing one over a table, a down light included in the lighting composition of the fixture will help light the table for after hour reading and other activities.

Where ever you place your chandelier, pick one that fits your tastes and is functional in the space you intend to use it.

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Thanks for reading! Sue L

Outdoor chandelier safety issues

A ground rule in construction is if something is rated for inside use, use it inside. If something is rated for outdoor use, then use it outside. That sounds simple enough, but many times people neglect this rule, resulting in accidents. There is some gray area with home areas such as porches, decks, and other small outdoor shelters such as gazebos or sunrooms so let's look at them.

The rule of thumb that has worked the best for us is this: if weather can get to your light in any possible way, opt for a one that is rated for outdoor use.

If the wind blows hard enough, water can get into the light. Even if it does not seem to have done any damage, some of the possible damage can be down inside the light and wiring.

With a gazebo the same thing applies. Moisture associated with outdoors is harmful.

Covered alcoves and entry ways also have outside exposure and should utilize outdoor chandeliers.

Solariums also are a wise place to choose an outdoor chandelier for. Added humidity and water from hot tubs can impact your light.

So be smart and plan ahead. There are many styles and types of outdoor chandeliers. Take a look at my webiste at http://outdoorchandelierlight.com/.

Thanks for reading! Sue L

Outdoor chandelier locations for homes- exteriors and interiors

Hello! And WELCOME to Locations for Outdoor Chandeliers.

Just about everyone loves the outdoors. Those long evenings just never seem to linger quite enough for any of us. Outdoor chandeliers are a great way to enhance your home's exterior and extend those evenings.

There are many places you can add an outdoor hanging light, such as a chandelier. Everyone thinks of the porch or deck behind their houses. But there are also other great places to utilize these lights.

Just quickly...

Outdoor chandeliers are great for decks or porches, as I mentioned above. If hanging over a walkway, be sure they are hanging high enough to avoid collision with heads. Some of us are taller than others. If hanging over a table, consider selecting a chandelier which includes a down light in the chandelier composition, to help light your reading or work area on the table top.

Another place where a chandelier for outdoors is useful is in a Gazebo. Gazebos add great aesthetics to any home. When screened in they also provide a haven from mosquitoes. Gazebos are places that you can choose to hang a taller or longer chandelier.

And a less thought of location is a Sun Room or Solarium. With higher humidity levels and the presence of water, if you have a hot tub or sauna in your sun room, can make those sun rooms smart places to incorporate a weather proof light.

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Thanks for reading and look for more posts to come... Sue L