One of the best ways to enhance your living space is with candelabra. These useful yet decorative items have been around since centuries. Today they have evolved into some very interesting and creative designs. Some common types are wine bottle candelabra, vase candelabra, fireplace candelabra, wrought iron antique candelabra, etc.
Candelabra are branched candleholders used as decorative holders when you want to place more than one candle. Each candleholder in a candelabrum has a little shelf called a bobeche that contains the candles wax drippings so that it does not spill over.
Baccarat candelabra are one of the best known brands, renowned for their quality crystal work. They are beautifully and intricately worked and would grace any décor. Made for wax candles you also get designs with hurricane shades for the perfect flame regardless of how strong the breeze might be.
The fireplace candelabra can be used on the mantle place or hearth. Ideal for any season, these can give your home a warm glow without having to clean the mess associated with fireplaces. They add a nice touch of elegance and style to your living area. In winter, you can actually use these to provide soothing warmth. If you add fragrant candles, you can imagine the kind of ambience you can create with a pleasant smelling house.
Fireplace candelabra can easily be embellished in several ways. Some people use mirrors to reflect the brilliance of the candlelight off their fireplaces. This looks attractive and makes the light look twice as bright as it is, multiplying the number of candles.
Wine bottle candelabra are simple, yet cleverly made. You can use a standard wine bottle for a candelabra stand. The wrought iron candelabra can be fixed in place with a rubber stopper for a tight fit, making the combination of glass and a wrought iron a chic one. The wine bottle can take more than one candle. Arranged at different heights for a creative look, taper candles can look really good.
Candelabra bulbs of different wattage are available online easily. These come with a candelabra base and in designs like the flame tip shape or like a teardrop. Some are frosted and some are clear glass and you can choose the one whose ambience appeals to you.
Candelabras can be used as a centerpiece on your dining table or in your fireplace hearth, as we mentioned earlier. If you have noticed at most weddings, the candelabras look stunning in their majesty. You can see them in different materials like bronze, silver, wrought iron, pewter, crystal and porcelain, although one of the most striking looking ones are the glass crystal chandeliers with white candles, with the myriad light reflections jumping off them giving them a fairy-land look.
Candelabra have always been considered serene for the quietly elegant way in which they spread luminescence. They can be as exquisitely designed and as expensive as you want. You can also find candelabra free from any frills if you prefer the plain kind. While the earliest ones were used only for wax candles, the present day designs include the electrified versions so that you have the convenience of just switching on candelabra without the hassle of lighting the candles and minding the dripping wax.
There is no doubt that candelabras add a great functional element to any kind of décor and with the choice available, the only dilemma is choice. Hanging candelabras or chandelier candelabras with votive cups or the simple and open styled ones all these also make terrific gifts for special occasions. You can be sure they will be treasured for a long time to come.
About The Author: Jonathan Goodman is the owner of Market Merchants an online retailer specializing in home and garden products. My passion for bbq grilling and fireplaces is the core focus of Market Merchants. I am a member of the Hearth Patio Barbeque Association (HPBA), the National BBQ group (NBBQ), and the Kansas City Barbeque Society (KCBS). We sell these products because we love them and are passionate about consumer living needs. So whether its furniture and decor, home improvement, kitchen and dining, or outdoor living Market Merchants brings a dedicated commitment to the customer and a passion for high quality products. Visit Market Merchants for a wide selection of fireplace candelabras and baccarat candle holders from our candle department