Decorative candles in the interior

Candles are one of the best decorative elements in any room. With skillful use, a beautiful candle can transform the atmosphere, make it more comfortable and romantic. Today there are many types of such products, and they all differ from each other. It is worth considering in more detail the features of each variety.

Decorative candles can be made from different types of materials. The most common are 4 subspecies.

These models are made from natural beeswax. When burned, they emit a light honey aroma. Wax candles are good for your health as they have antiseptic properties. They purify the air and kill pathogenic microbes in it. Wax models burn for a long time. Products may be perfumed or odorless.

Paraffin candles are the most budgetary option for products. They are made from refined products. Such material has no useful properties, but it is very popular due to its cheapness. Paraffin products can emit harmful compounds when they burn, so it is highly discouraged to use them constantly. In addition, the products are smoked and sparkled. However, there is also a plus - paraffin is very malleable in work and can be given any shape. And also such candles are stored for a very long time.

Stearic acid is derived from animal fat.Candles made from this material are often produced in vases, glasses and other decorative containers. Models burn for a long time, do not smoke, do not pose a health hazard. Sometimes stearin is mixed with paraffin to make the product harder, but this technique is mainly used only for household varieties.

Appeared on sale not so long ago as the previous options. A gel candle is easy to make with your own hands. For production, liquid candle gel is used, which is poured into a glass container. As a rule, some kind of decor is located at the bottom of the container. Gel candles are amazingly beautiful, they can decorate any style of interior, but they do not burn as brightly as wax or paraffin options.

There are many options for the size of decorative candles. The smallest so-called tablets are perfect for the bathroom. These floating tiny models will provide a romantic setting, a relaxing atmosphere. Still from such solutions, you can lay out whole inscriptions, getting spectacular photos. In addition, thick large cylindrical candles will be appropriate in the bathroom. It is recommended to purchase them in the same color as the decoration of the room. Quite often, such models are wrapped with ribbons.

Tall candles are best for the living room. They are placed in floor candlesticks. Similar products are suitable for a dining room as a decoration for a dining table. Thin twisted or carved candles in cups or candlesticks will be a great addition to the bedroom. As for the gel models in glass, they generally do not differ in large sizes.

Decorative candles come in hundreds of different options. The following forms can be called classic:

• cylinder, such solutions are most often sold in household goods stores, home decor goods;
• cone (pyramid), a great option for a scented candle;
• geometry, these are shapes such as a ball, trapezoid, oval, if used correctly, they will be appropriate in any setting;
• curly, here we are talking about different figures: angels, hearts, birds, animals, etc.

However, the candle design is not limited to a simple shape. Making such products with their own hands, many use:

• lace;
• burlap and jute;
• various fabrics;
• buttons;
• rhinestones;
• beads;
• ribbons;
• natural materials.

Some self-made candle designs are very popular.

• With lavender. The fragrant model, complemented by lavender essential oil and sprigs of this plant, will be a great addition to the bathroom.
• With coffee. Candles decorated with coffee beans are at their peak of popularity lately. They are not only more than appropriate in the kitchen, but they also emit an amazing aroma when burned.
• With sequins. Glitter-strewn products will beautifully complement any decor. In this case, the color of the sparkles may not coincide with the shade of the candle.
• Multi-colored. Models resembling a traffic light or a rainbow are suitable for those who cannot decide on the shade of a candle in any way. Products are made simply: the material goes in layers, each layer has its own shade.
• Non-standard shapes. You can come up with the forms yourself, or you can buy them in the store. Among the most interesting ones should be noted an egg candle, a metal shadow candle, a light bulb, models that look like paper boats, ideas with gestures.
• Decoupage technique. Today in art stores you can buy many designs and use them to decoupage candles. Images can be any: both selected according to the mood, and intended for any holiday.

In addition to the shape and design, decorative candles for the home can have different shades.

• White. This is one of the most popular colors. White models look beautiful in different situations and can be of any design.
• Green. Relaxing, natural shade. Such candles can have a light scent of apple, spring herbs.
• Blue, blue. Such options look fresh and effective. Suitable for bath, bedroom.
• Red. Volumetric solutions in red will be appropriate in the bedroom of the newlyweds. They will also look great in minimalist styles, especially Japanese minimalism.
• Black. Such models are not very popular, but they can also complement minimalistic directions. Often, black items are covered with golden or silver runes, signs, monograms, hieroglyphs.
• Purple. Deep purple tone is loved by dreamers, philosophers. He will give the room a kind of mystery, a riddle.
• Pink. Such candles are suitable for a young girl's bedroom, as well as for a bathroom in pink shades.
• Silver and gold. They will shade the classic interior styles, will be a good addition to the New Year holidays.

Designer candles for the home are produced by many manufacturers. Here are some of the more popular brands.

• "Candle Courtyard". One of the best Moscow candle manufacturing companies. This company has been operating for over 20 years. It produces products of all shapes and sizes: large, small, cubes, cylinders. There are bulk, curly, embossed, aromatic options. Collections are very popular: retro, New Year's, vintage, provence, oriental.

• "The world of candles". Another Russian company that delivers its goods to different cities. Here you can buy models from all kinds of materials, candles for the holidays, special events. There are floating, shimmering, musical solutions.

• Bispol. One of the best Polish candle manufacturers. In the assortment of the company, you can find models for all occasions: from classic colored cylinders to author's handmade options. Tea light sets are also very popular.

• IKEA. Is one of the largest firms in the production of household goods. The company produces many types of interior candles: shaped, gel, perfumed, LED. The assortment also includes beautiful candlesticks and many other accessories.

When choosing quality candles for home decor, it is recommended that you follow some useful criteria.

• Security. Interior solutions should not create a fire hazard. That is why it is important to get a candlestick or a shape as well. Neither should be wood or plastic. It is best to take safe metal, bronze, glass options. If it is not planned to light a candle, and it will serve exclusively as a decor, you do not need to worry about a fire.
• Appointment. Decorative options can be used in many different ways. Some light them during bath procedures, others decorate the shelf above the fireplace with them. That is why the design must fit the purpose. For the bathroom, it is better to take thick cylinders, for the living room - thin twisted or products of unusual shapes, for the kitchen, models with coffee or pieces of dry fruit are suitable.
• Compliance with the interior. It is optimal if the style of the candle matches the design of the room. For example, white, golden solutions are suitable for classic interiors, products with herbs or burlap for Scandinavian interiors, thick models of accent shades for minimalism.
• Quality. When buying, give preference to a manufacturer that has long established itself from the best side.
• Material. Of course, the most useful are the wax solutions. Stearic products, as well as gel products, will not harm. The gel burns the longest, and also such a candle does not float.The worst choice is paraffin, but if you light a candle for 20-30 minutes and then ventilate the room, there will be no harm from it.

Finally, we offer a selection of successful examples of placing candles in an apartment or house.

• An arrangement of blue, blue and gray candles is a great solution for a living room in soothing shades.

• Beautiful decorative fireplace. An artificial wreath looks quite appropriate here too.

• And this version of interior decoration is very suitable for the Scandinavian style or eco direction.

• Thick cylindrical candles are ideally positioned on a stand filled with natural stone.

• A beautiful decorative decoration for the bathroom.

• A chic imitation of a fireplace made of candles. It will be appropriate in modern interior styles.

• An unobtrusive idea of ​​decorating a living room.

• Cozy and simple home decor.

• And in this photo, white long candles in silver candlesticks have become a real decoration of the living room with an abundance of wooden elements.

• Romantic cozy bedroom.

• A strict and laconic decor option is suitable for minimalism.

• "Delicious" decoration for the kitchen.

• Mixed-size candles for the bathroom.

• Handmade lilac models. Sprigs of lavender also look very successful here.