When choosing a lampshade, buyers usually only pay attention to its color and pattern. However, the correct shape that matches or complements the lamp is a primary consideration for achieving the perfect overall effect.
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Faux fireplace
A romantic atmosphere can be created anywhere with the help of a fake fireplace and candles
Elegant Halloween
Elegant decorations for Halloween also
Swarovski crystal
The Swarovski Company was founded in 1895, since it produces glass-crystals which are very popular in interior design also. They are used for decorating lamps, handles, faucets, even household aplliances. The glass is produced by melting a mixture of quartz sand, potash, soda and other ingredients – since 2012 has been lead-free. The Swarovski crystal is equal to luxury and glitter.
Fall lights
Play of autumn lights
My project 34.
Classic chandeliers in 260 cm room height – not impossible
DIY lampshades
If there is no proper lampshade, let’s make one DIY
Decorative lighting 2.
Instead of hiding the lighting fixtures make the lamps and chandeliers part of the room decor
IP code
IP (Ingress Protection) code is an international code for classifiying protection of electrical appliances. The electrical enclosures are protected against mechanical contact and water dependending on their purpose an nature of use. The level of protection is marked by the two numbers after IP code:
Solid particle protection
0 none
1 against solid particles larger than 50 mm
2 against solid particles larger than 12 mm
3 against solid particles larger than 2,5 mm
4 against solid particles larger than 1 mm
5 against Ingress of dust with no harmful effect
6 complete protection against dust
Liquid ingress protection
0 none
1 against dripping water (vertically falling drops)
2 against dripping water when tilted at 15°
3 against spraying water at any angle up to 60°
4 against splashing water from any direction
5 against low pressure water jets
6 against powerful water jets and short term of immersion in water
7 against immersion in water up to 30 minutes
8 can be used continuous immersion in water
The three most common codes in interior design:
IP20 – simple interior lamps
IP44 – lamps can be placed in bathrooms (outside of shower cabin and bath!)
IP68 – lighting can be placed in swimming pools
Chain cover
If anyone is bothered by the sight of the chandelier chain, a cover can be made even DIY for hiding the chain made of a fabric fit for the style of the chandelier and the room
