How do I Choose the Best Crystal Sconces?

Choosing the best crystal sconces requires a bit of thought, planning, and research before you actually make a purchase. There are a wide variety of styles, shapes, colors and sizes available. With so many choices, it may be hard to narrow down the selection. In order to choose the best sconces, you need to consider the type of sconce, its size, the room in which it will be used, and your budget.

To find crystal sconces that you really like, start by eliminating some of the available selection. Set a budget for the sconces, and eliminate those that cost too much. Next, measure the wall where the sconces will be hung to determine the best size for the sconces. Sconces should fit well on the wall space, being neither too big nor too small. Another consideration is the wall itself and the size and weight it can support

Once you have narrowed down the choices, select a style of sconce. There are sconces that are fully covered in crystal, while others only have crystal accents. Still others mix crystal with other materials such as wrought iron and bronze. Another factor to consider is the shape of the sconce and whether it will complement the wall space and match the overall decor of the room.

Crystal sconces can be purchased in department stores, home improvement stores, and specialty lighting stores. Most stores have fixtures on display so that you can see what they look like. Visit your local lighting store to browse through the available selection and to see what types of crystal sconces appeal to you.

The room in which the sconces will be hung should also play a large part in choosing a style. Living rooms and dining rooms are often formal rooms and would require crystal sconces that are more formal than sconces for a bedroom or hallway. If the sconces are for outdoor use, they should reflect the style of the outside of the house.

Also keep in mind the quality of lighting provided by the sconce. If the sconces are primarily a decorative accent for the room, light output or wattage is not a big factor. On the other hand, if the sconces will be the primary lighting source, in a hallway for instance, then the amount of light the sconces provide is important.

One last item to consider is the installation of the sconces. Hanging sconces on a wall in which there is no electrical wiring may require a licensed electrician. Replacing an existing lighting fixture with wall sconces might be an easier task. The difficulty of installation will depend upon the type of sconces chosen. All fixtures should come with installation instructions and the non-electrical parts needed for the installation.