Halogen chandeliers

Halogen chandeliers are not just a popular lighting trend, but also a very economical invention. In such lighting devices, light is emitted from halogen lamps, which are characterized by low energy consumption and long service life. Compared to spotlights, this type of lamp gives a diffuse luminous flux, smoothing outlines of shadows and contours.

An ordinary incandescent lamp and a halogen bulb have different design features. Halogen light bulb - a small quartz bulb with a gas mixture and halogen additives. The current passes through a spiral-shaped tungsten filament located in the center of the structure. As a result, it is heated to 25,000 ° C with the subsequent emission of light.

Thanks to halogen compounds, the filament does not overheat, which increases the life of the bulb and increases the intensity of illumination.This type of chandelier is often equipped with additional LEDs and is equipped with a remote control.

Halogen chandeliers are different in design, construction and purpose. Depending on these indicators, the lighting device is selected in each individual case.

Differences in design type:

• Ceiling created for mounting under the ceiling in order to visually increase the height of the room.
• Ceiling-mounted - closely adjacent to the ceiling plane. The lack of hanging elements allows you to freely move around the room with an insufficient height from floor to ceiling.
• Suspended ceiling with a variety of lampshades.

• Rod - with a rigidly fixed mount (rod) at the base. Chandelier height adjustment is absent. It is recommended to hang in high ceilings. Ceiling lamps are presented in several types of directions:
  • up (for bright light, giving clear contours);
  • down (soft light without clear shadows);
  • to the side (lighting of the whole room).
• Under the stretch ceiling. Such chandeliers, located close to the tension fabric, it is desirable to use with lamps of 20-40 watts.

By style chandeliers can be classified as follows:

• Classic chandelier. Symmetrically located elements, reserved colors of not too overall lampshades, elegant lines of construction. Models are of several types:
  • crystal, consisting of a variety of pendants, mounted on a rod;
  • Baroque, Empire or Loft;
  • imitation of bronze, silver or gilding is a cheaper analogue of forged, but has no less stylish and sophisticated look.

• Modern Asymmetry of details and abstract patterns, ethno motifs and bold color variations are also characteristic.
• Japanese style. Chandeliers with wooden, bamboo elements, using rice paper or fabric in several basic colors: black, white and woody.

• Minimalism. The design of metal, plastic elements of monochrome tones with frosted glass clear geometric shape.
• Country, Provence. Usually it is an artificially aged chandelier on a rod with lampshades in retro style or without them at all.

In the nursery, you need good lighting, normally corresponding to 13 watts per square meter of space. Accordingly, if the room is 12 m2, it will take about 200 watts and a chandelier for 8-11 lamps. In addition, the place to study needs additional spot lighting.

For the nursery oculists and psychologists recommended the use of "warm" yellow lighting. It is better to choose ceiling models in order not to worry that the child, while playing, will touch the chandelier.

In the living room There are no special requirements for the intensity of illumination. The main thing is that the chandelier fits into the interior and emits enough light. For a living room type lamps fit from 20 to 40 watts.

In the bedroom preferably adjustable lighting. You can purchase a dimmer or a halogen chandelier in its place, which has several operating modes. The presence of the remote control is especially important for this room. Remote control eliminates the need to get out of bed to turn on or turn off the lights.

Halogen chandeliers are on the rod, not adjacent to the ceiling and ceiling - with a platform, tightly adjacent to the ceiling.

A metal base with transparent or frosted glass shades is attached to it. They can shine in different directions. Sometimes a wrought metal chandelier or a model with crystal is attached to the bar.

Ceiling models often have a base in the form of a circle (less squarely), attached to the ceiling. From the base on the sides are "stems", at the end of which is fixed ceiling with a halogen lamp. The lighting is comprehensive, which is a great solution in modern interiors.

The design of the ceiling light is round, cylindrical or square. Sometimes the bottom of the design is complemented with crystal pendants. It is advisable to install such a chandelier in a large room.

Dots with spotlights have a built-in transformer to create a play of light. Halogen lamp emits cool white light. This type of lighting does not burden the eyesight and does not visually distort the surrounding objects.

The advantages of halogen lamps are obvious:

• creation of narrowly focused or diffused lighting;
• in one chandelier design, lamps with different power and different in size are used;
• save up to 30% of electricity;
• 50% longer lamp life;
• the walls of the light bulbs always remain light, without turbidity and blackness;
• the flask does not overheat, there is no possibility of an explosion;
• the flow of cold light is not annoying with its brightness,
• possibility of color lighting.

Like any product, the discussed type of lamps has its disadvantages:

• light does not suit sensitive eyes;
• the bulb beats in the fall. In small quantities, gases are not dangerous, but a broken chandelier can lead to toxins poisoning;
• Use in the bathroom is permissible only with a safety device. Such lamps do not tolerate moisture;
• in the kitchen, it is better not to install halogen lamps in the heat treatment zone of food;
• overheating of the case. It is not recommended to change an unheated lamp in order to avoid a thermal burn.

Replacing the paws should be carried out in special cotton gloves that come in a complete set with a chandelier. Sweat spots on the lamps have a negative effect on thermal conductivity.

The blown light bulb needs to be changed completely cooled down, and the device should be adjusted only when the current is off.

Combined devices with built-in transformer last longer.

Halogen devices are distinguished by a complex electrical device, and therefore it is worth remembering the following:

• electrician must be engaged in the installation of the lighting device;
• use light bulbs with the power required by the technical data;
• frequent mode switching is prohibited;
• unnecessarily, do not use the extra backlight of the LEDs, as it burns out quickly.
• wipe light bulbs need a paper napkin.

In case of faulty contacts, it is necessary to remove the bulb and wipe the contact with any alcohol solution.

With bad connections in the terminal boxes, wire stripping is necessary, but only if you are good at electrical engineering.Otherwise, it is better to get the help of professionals.

The transformer is checked by the tester, and if the device shows “zero”, you will have to spend money on buying a new device with the same label.

If the problem is related to the operation of the remote control, you need to check the batteries and, if necessary, replace them.

Fault electronic control unit is solved by replacing the same.

If there is a problem with the switch, check the contacts.

The choice of products depends on personal preferences and individual characteristics of the room, depending on its size, style and financial capabilities of the buyer.

Italian brand has found its admirers Odeon lightpresented by different series: classic models of floral chandeliers with crystal pendants, models of graphic forms in modern style, exclusive handmade series of the Crystal series. Crystal halogen chandeliers are popular as ceiling decorations in spacious rooms.

Russian brand models Eurosvet with colored glass shades is a suitable option for those who want to create original light compositions.

Among domestic brands, respondents buy advise Profitlight. In general, they prefer models of halogen chandeliers with a remote control of all kinds and forms. They are fond of LED lighting and versatility, so they are relevant in the realities of modern premises for various purposes. In modern interior design halogen lamps are in demand for bedrooms and halls. Dot-mounted spotlights create a soft light, so they are usually mounted above the beds and near mirrors. With the help of miniature light bulbs simply create the effect of a starry sky or reflections of the sea in the night.

How to connect a chandelier with halogen lamps, see this video.