Today contemporary crystal chandeliers hold a unique tone, an ambiance to them. When someone tells you about a chandelier, you may picture a grand ballroom, with many small lit bulbs illuminating the area. Nicely cut crystals streaming, flowing down, hanging in a stream of light. Today, the modern crystal chandelier comes in a wide variety of shapes, colors, forms and materials, but still are made to add a touch of elegance and class to the room they are selected for.

Crystal Chandelier Types:

Swarovski: Originated first in Austria, then brought throughout the world. They portray a sense of elegance with their color and brightly clear cuts of crystals. They have a special invisible coating which when applied to each crystal, makes it much easy for cleaning.

Legacy Crystal: This molded, fired in a kiln method of crystal are manufactured uniquely in Venice. They are made to have an antique look to them. When installed in your room it will add a charming appeal.

Hand-Cut Crystal: It takes a master crafts person to make the hand-cut crystals. Many of the other crystals are machined cut and can't be customized the same way. Being this type of crystal is hand-cut, you get to choose the cut and style that fits your style and taste to a tee.

Vintage Crystal: Visit an antique shop today and you'll come across a big collection of the vintage crystal chandeliers and view how they were once made. They have other jewels and beads to add to their tone and appeal.

Rock Crystal: The rock crystal dates back many years and every one is unique. The rock crystal chandeliers, being so unique are impossible to reproduce or replace.

Crystal Chandelier Cleaning Tips

There is no quick, easy way to clean your crystal chandelier. But it can be done. First you start out by using either a makeup duster, lambs wool, or feather duster to dust it off. Clean your crystals about every one to two months, no sooner to avoid causing abrasions to the crystals. Damage can be caused to the crystals when rubbing too hard when performing too frequent cleanings.