Crystal Chandeliers

{"type":"root","children":[{"type":"heading","level":2,"children":[{"type":"text","value":"How to choose a crystal chandelier"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"The crystal itself is the first decision. Full lead crystal contains at least 24 percent lead oxide, which raises the refractive index and produces stronger rainbow dispersion. K9 optical glass is a common lead-free alternative that is clear and hard-wearing. Plain pressed glass costs less and sparkles less. None of these are wrong choices, but they look different under the same bulb, so buy on the effect you want."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Match the light source to the crystal. Clear, small, high-intensity sources produce the sharpest sparkle, which is why candelabra E12 lamps and G9 capsules are common on these fixtures. Frosted bulbs soften the effect. A dimmer matters more here than on most fixtures, because crystal at full output can be uncomfortably bright in a small dining room."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Then check weight and access. Crystal fixtures are heavy for their size, and they need cleaning once or twice a year, so consider how you will reach the fixture before it is installed."}]},{"type":"heading","level":3,"children":[{"type":"text","value":"Sizing"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Dining table: fixture diameter of half to two-thirds the table width, with the bottom 30 to 36 inches above the tabletop."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Foyer or open room: keep at least 84 inches of clearance from the floor to the lowest crystal."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Bulbs: 2700K gives warm light that flatters clear crystal. Ceiling boxes are rated to 50 pounds as standard, so weigh the fixture against that figure before install."}]},{"type":"heading","level":3,"children":[{"type":"text","value":"FAQ"}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"How do I clean a crystal chandelier?","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Turn the power off and let the bulbs cool, then wipe each drop with a lint-free cloth lightly dampened with a glass cleaner. Avoid soaking the metal frame or the sockets."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Is K9 crystal as good as lead crystal?","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"K9 is clear, durable and lead-free, with slightly less dispersion than 24 percent lead crystal. Under a dimmer at normal room brightness the difference is subtle."}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Can crystal chandeliers go in a bathroom?","bold":true}]},{"type":"paragraph","children":[{"type":"text","value":"Only if the fixture is damp-rated and installed outside the shower zone. Check the listing on the product before planning that install."}]}]}