The Twenty Rules of Najaf
Here are the twenty rules of Najaf:
The first rule: The chandelier should be in the center of the room so that the eye falls on it first and it provides light distributed throughout the room.
The second rule: You must take into account the style and taste of the room’s decor when you buy a chandelier. If the decor is modern, a chandelier must be chosen that is of the same style as the decor.
The third rule: Choose the size of the chandelier to suit the size of the room. A large chandelier in a room that is not very large will make the room smaller, and the lighting will be too much.
Which affects the psychological state and increases activity and insomnia. At the same time, using a chandelier that is smaller than the size of the room causes imbalance and the size of the chandelier will not appear in the middle of the room.
Rule 4: Use a large crystal chandelier in a classic room, while it is preferable to choose a metal chandelier in a modern room.
Rule Five: It is important to choose high-quality chandeliers and lamps, not only to add an aesthetic touch to the place and ensure a longer lifespan, but also to obtain lighting that is appropriate for the lifestyle of family members.
Rule 6: Choose the chandelier according to the type and function of each room. A chandelier with a larger number of bulbs is suitable for the living room and daily activities, but it is not suitable for the bedroom.
Rule Seven: Modern chandeliers, especially those made of wood and ropes, are the most suitable for giving an attractive and different look to kitchen lighting, characterized by modernity and creativity.
Rule 8: A medium-sized chandelier with a diameter ranging from 40 to 60 cm can be used as a main lighting unit in the center of the ceiling, with the use of lampshades or table lamps in the center.
Medium and small rooms
Rule 9: The chandelier in the dining room should be in the center of the dining table. If the table is large, it is preferable to use a rectangular chandelier or two regular chandeliers.
The tenth rule: Taking into account the quality of the chandelier and the high-quality materials gives a kind of luxury to the place.
Rule eleven: The chandelier in the living room should not be at a high height, especially in high ceilings, so that the lighting is good and attracts guests.
Rule 12: Use a bright, spontaneous chandelier with a childlike design that will attract children to their room, so that you create a space for them to be creative and spend more time in it.
Rule thirteen: Place the chandelier in the living room in the center of the main table to give an attractive shape and even light throughout the room.
Rule Fourteen: It is preferable to use energy-saving LED bulbs for chandeliers, not only to save electricity, but also because regular bulbs cause a rise in the room temperature and have a shorter lifespan.
Rule 15: Use a dimmer (a switch that controls the intensity of lighting units) with the chandelier to control the intensity level of the chandelier’s lighting during the day to suit the lifestyle of each family member, as relaxation time requires different lighting than study time, and so on.
Rule sixteen: The color of the walls must be taken into consideration when choosing lighting units. Very dark colors weaken the lighting of the chandelier and require diverse lighting units distributed throughout the room using a relatively large chandelier with lampshades, lamps, or table lamps.
Rule 17: If you do not want to show the chain of the chandelier, you can use a fabric of a suitable color, twice the length of the chain, and use it as a cover for the chain from the outside.
Rule 18: Ceiling lights can be used to highlight a specific part of the room, such as a study desk.
Rule Nineteen: When placing more than one chandelier in the same room, the materials of the chandelier used must be unified to give a charming and harmonious aesthetic appearance, as well as the style and design of the chandelier.
The last rule: Take care of and clean the chandelier, especially the crystal and copper ones, using a cotton cloth with a little white vinegar only, and clean it once or twice a year, taking care not to expose the chandelier, especially the gold-plated ones, to weather factors and dust for long periods to maintain its distinctive color.