Pendant lamps for the kitchen: varieties and recommendations for choosing

Incandescent lamps appeared in 1879, from the second half of the 20th century they began to be replaced by brighter counterparts. By the end of the 20th century, fluorescent lighting devices began to be produced. And the latest concept in the 21st century is LED lighting, which is 50 times more durable than conventional incandescent bulbs. And what kind of pendant lamps are best used for the kitchen, we will consider in the article.

First of all, when choosing lighting for the kitchen, one should start from the general style of the interior of the room. It is worth paying attention to the natural light factor, as well as the size of the kitchen itself. An important point is the height of the ceilings and their finishing.

For a painted ceiling, the choice of light sources is fairly straightforward as it is limited to traditional pendant chandeliers or lighting panels.

If in the interior of your kitchen there is a ceiling made of plasterboard sheets, in this case, you can use mortise or overhead lamps with diodes.

Suspensions can act as not only the main source of light, but also help to divide the room into zones. At the same time, it is important to choose the correct height for placing the device, because it should not create discomfort for people with high growth and should not dazzle.

Suspended kitchen for interior decoration the lamp is needed in the following cases:

• while providing a specific area with the right amount of light;
• to illuminate the entire area of ​​the room.

For an even and correct distribution of the light flux throughout the room, it is necessary to select a model with several adjustable arms.

When highlighting any one zone with light, it is better to select small-sized models, placing them along the perimeter of the required area.

As a rule, hanging lighting fixtures are used to highlight the dining area or in small rooms. For a kitchen of a large area, a detailed study of lighting is required, since there is not limited to one light source.

Usually, when choosing a lamp, they start from the design of the room, trying to fit the lamp they like into the existing style. However, designer lamps can also be used to add flavor to your kitchen. But to choose the right product, you need professional advice.

A well-chosen chandelier in the interior can become not only a source of light, but also an interesting accent due to the correctly chosen shape, size and color.

With a classic interior style, a crystal chandelier would be an excellent option, but only if there are high ceilings. Objects made of plastic or metal will not fit into such an interior.

For kitchens stylized as retro, a pendant chandelier made of metal, namely bronze, will fit well into the interior. Aged glass shades are perfect.

If the interior of your kitchen is decorated in the Art Nouveau style, then a plastic pendant lamp with metal inserts will suit you perfectly. Glass of various shapes and sizes can also be used.

Perhaps the most interesting and unusual will be the selection of a pendant lamp for the loft style due to its high ceilings and open space. In this case, you can not limit your imagination by choosing a chandelier with cables, chains or strings.

The high-tech style assumes a variety of simple geometric shapes without unnecessary elements. You can complement such a kitchen with chandeliers with shades of various shapes, for example, in the form of balls, ellipses or cylinders, the main thing is as simple as possible and made of modern material.

Luminaires usually consist of several (or one) shades, which are suspended on chains, metal tubes, on a cord or wire. The mounting option depends on the style of your interior and the height of the ceilings.

They are often suspended from a hook - this is the easiest and cheapest installation method.

When choosing a material, one should proceed from its characteristics and service life. Currently, you can find products from:

• metal;
• glass;
• crystal;
• paper;
• wood;
• vines;
• textiles;
• plastic.

By giving preference to metal fixtures, you primarily rely on the durability and strength of this material.

If you prefer an elegant style in the interior, then glass chandeliers will be the best choice for you. They are picky to care for and are not subject to deformation when exposed to external factors, but this is a rather fragile material.

Plastic chandeliers belong to the low price segment of the market, which makes them affordable. Such a chandelier can be given a variety of shapes, but this material has a number of disadvantages:

• burns out;
• deformed;
• darkens.

Using textiles as a shade, you doom yourself to its frequent replacement, since this material is very short-lived, it tears and fade, losing its original attractiveness.

Perhaps, the most elegant material for pendant lights will be crystal... It will bring elegance and originality to the interior, because thanks to the electric light, the lenses will sparkle and transform the room.

The color of the lamp shade is also important, because for small rooms it is better to use pastel colors, while in a large kitchen, you can choose various options for bright lamps.

When choosing a red color for your kitchen, you immediately focus on this piece of furniture. - the main thing, in this case, is to know when to stop, combining such a choice with white tones in the decoration.

Using a basic white color you can brighten up both small kitchens and large spaces as it goes well with all styles and textures.

The usual models of lamps with flowers or curls have lost their relevance at the moment and have become a relic. Chrome chandeliers with colored shades and LED bulbs have also gone out of fashion.

As in interior design, as well as in popular types of lighting devices, the fashion for minimalism is relevant. An excellent solution would be pendant chandeliers in the form of cylinders, balls, or a long cord with a lamp without a shade.

Single lighting devices have a rather original and creative appearance, they will fit into any interior style. Such products have a low weight and do not create stress on the attachment point.

In addition to single lamps, there is the possibility of matching triple or double pendant chandeliers. This type of luminaire is mainly used to illuminate cooking islands where bright lighting is needed, or when there is a large dining area.

Unlike local lamps, such chandeliers do not take up much space in the room; they are a more cost-effective option in comparison with huge chandeliers with many bulbs.

With the help of such a chandelier, you can illuminate the desired place without creating too bright lighting throughout the room.

In addition to their direct purpose, such lamps are often used for decorative purposes.

When choosing a lamp, you should pay attention to manufacturers such as Favorite, Ideal Lux and Arte Lamp... These companies have established themselves as leaders in the field due to their unusual design options and quality.

Perhaps the most interesting and original in terms of design will be Tiffany products... They combine several shades, and mosaics are also used in the decor. Such chandeliers will perfectly complement modern interior trends or popular rustic styles.

The German brand Favorite is characterized by the following features:

• exclusivity of design;
• affordability;
• application of ecological materials.

Hallmark of the brand Arte lamp is the use of ceramic lampholders and double-insulated wires.

For the rules of lighting in the kitchen, see the next video.