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Bedroom chandelier suggestions please!

2 years ago

I have looked at thousands of photos of chandeliers and am feeling quite overwhelmed. I need a chandelier for a primary bedroom that's about 13 x 15 (not including the built-in closets) with 10' ceilings. The bed wall has articulating sconces from Rejuvenation (Cypress) - in oil-rubbed bronze. Opposite this wall are built-in cabinets in a clean shaker style with oil-rubbed bronze knobs. I have three very large windows that face the street. The ceiling has a large (24-26") medallion that's original to the house (1908).

Initially, I considered a drum style. However, I remembered why I dislike them - they're difficult to keep clean. Bugs and dust always get trapped. I then considered a globe style. I like the 7-light Allenglade from Rejuvenation in oil-rubbed bronze, but I was hoping to spend less than $1K.

Any suggestions for what might coordinate well with the sconces?

Do I need to have a chandelier that's 28" wide? If I do a semi-flush mount, can it be smaller? Not sure if that style would work with the medallion.

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Allison0704

2 years ago

I know you said no drum, but this one would be nice in the bedroom. I don't care for the globe fixture you linked - the globes will get dusty too, and show on the white - and looks like a dining room or foyer fixture.

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uws2012
Original Author
2 years ago
Thank you, Allison. That drum chandelier was my initial top choice. What I don't like about drum styles is the need to stick a vacuum in to clean the dust and bugs that collect at the bottom. Yes, globes have to be cleaned too - but they don't collect bugs like the drums do.

I like the simple elegance of the tiered drum. What are your thoughts on 24" size for a 13x15 room?
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chispa
2 years ago
There are drum fixtures that are open below, so no place fro dust/bugs to collect.
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uws2012
Original Author
2 years ago
Yes chispa - I was looking for a convertible style - but couldn't find one that I liked - oil-rubbed bronze plate/pole with simple shade.
mytwo cents
2 years ago
cheaper globes

https://www.build.com/product/summary/1832410?uid=4345446&jmtest=gg-gbav2_4345446&inv=1&&&&&&source=gg-gba-pla_4345446!c1711171879!a67979266278!dc!ng&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmICoBhDxARIsABXkXlLtHqgWS3VScCEn8Hr24LrehGd9zLMFxcTM-GSk4Je4TKjC92MjzXMaAqzSEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

https://www.build.com/product/summary/1884297?uid=4455847&jmtest=gg-gbav2_4455847&inv=1&&&&&&source=gg-gba-pla_4455847!c1710656102!a66344669749!dc!ng&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmICoBhDxARIsABXkXlLOloIACqdnv_dZGhfnqZrgBOwLyl3_sq24rP9uMaZMI32seIX8ywIaAvCtEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

https://www.polyandbark.com/products/grammercy-glass-five-light-chandelier?variant=12071006994505

easier to clean drum

https://www.build.com/product/summary/1736637?uid=4108467
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uws2012
Original Author
2 years ago
Thank you, mytwo cents. These selections open up some possible ideas. I'll have to see whether I can find something wide enough in oil-rubbed bronze.

Will 24" look too small for the room?
RedRyder
2 years ago
The last link from @mytwocents has a bronze rimmed option.

(Disclaimer: I’m not a fan of the globed chandeliers that are in favor now. I think they will get dated more quickly.)

Keep looking. I also have high ceilings and they are definitely challenging.
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mytwo cents
2 years ago
this work for you?

https://www.wayfair.com/Greyleigh™--Williamstown-5-Light-Shaded-Drum-Chandelier-X112202091-L6085-K~W008432975.html?refid=FR49-W008432975_151138550_151138551&PiID%5B%5D=151138550&PiID%5B%5D=151138551
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mytwo cents
2 years ago
not bronze but olde brass

https://www.build.com/product/summary/1731963?uid=4097896&jmtest=gg-gbav2_4097896&inv=1&&&&&&source=gg-gba-pla_4097896!c1711171879!a67979266278!dc!ng&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmICoBhDxARIsABXkXlLua_FABjMHk2SfFdmSyjy6ivqrMcLi2nIHQbjhQNQRdyKllyPE-2waAjVwEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
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RedRyder
2 years ago
Just some other “looks easy to clean” ideas.
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mytwo cents
2 years ago
simpler and bronze

https://www.lightingdirect.com/bellevue-sh10011-5-light-27-wide-chandelier/p3708949?source=gg-gbav2_3708949&inv=1&&&&&&source=gg-gba-pla_3708949!c9584710019!a99217257499!dc!ng&gclid=Cj0KCQjwmICoBhDxARIsABXkXlIH2-5zvz08nwpUH-xMUPWQDokfiyUiqQ_7KbqOxBQPQxaVXgW__WMaAg--EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds
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mytwo cents
2 years ago
something called raw brass!

https://www.build.com/product/summary/1442905?uid=3395086
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uws2012
Original Author
2 years ago
Oh wow - thank you for all these suggestions! I didn't look on the Wayfair site, because I found it too overwhelming. Also was not sure about the quality of many of their brands. Guess the reviews will be helpful.

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