Wheel Chandeliers

Behind the window is a century of innovative technology, but still, semi-antique decors and styles that are common to ethno are widespread. Most often they are used to design themed cafes, restaurants, hotels and other similar establishments. Individual items (large wooden beams, horseshoes, cartwheels, etc.) decorate apartments and country houses. To decorate the room in an unusual way, in the center of the room you can put a chandelier in the form of a wheel. Such a lamp will attract the attention of all who go to your house.

In ancient times, carts and carriages were the main means of transportation. Today they are practically not used, but some elements are used in the decor. If you want to transform the interior with a truly unique lamp, the real wooden wheel from the old cart, with which you can make a beautiful chandelier, is best suited.So you get the item with its history. This chandelier will be truly unique.

In the event that it is not possible to find the basis for the chandelier, you can make it yourself. A wooden product in the shape of a wheel, imitating its appearance as much as possible, is not at all necessary to do in accordance with outdated technologies, since it is not necessary to transport people and goods. In this case, the main thing is the maximum visual similarity, not the functional qualities of the wheel. For the manufacture will need certain materials, tools, equipment.

Decorative country style country, which originated in America, is widely used for decoration of private and country houses. The nature surrounding the building perfectly harmonizes with the style. This area combines ethnic notes, comfort and homely warmth. Its main characteristic is the use of a large amount of wood. Chandelier in the form of a wheel is perfect for this style.

For the above style, as well as to decorate the main light source using natural materials. Actively use not only wood, but also stone.For decorations for the chandelier, forged elements in the form of plants and the like can be used. Warm wood and cold metal in combination create an expressive and stylish blowing.

The standard wheel chandelier is quite large. The diameter of such a product is about half a meter. Given these parameters, a large lamp is better placed in a spacious room. Due to the shape and size of this lamp perfectly illuminate a large room, decorated in the style of an old castle.

The lamp in the form of a wooden wheel is perfect for a room in which a fireplace is placed. If the room is equipped with furniture made of coarse wood, processed minimally, a lamp of this type will perfectly complement the interior.

Having made the lamp yourself, you can be sure that there will not be a second such product anywhere. You will have the opportunity to install the required number of lamps, to decorate the object at will, embodying in reality any creative idea.

Using several wheels that differ from each other in diameter, you can make a three-dimensional and spectacular multi-level chandelier. It will be the main decoration of a large hall in a luxurious restaurant. All real cartwheels and carts are almost the same size. In this case, the natural wheel serves as the basis, and two additional elements must be created by yourself.

A special effect can be achieved by placing lamps at different heights (from the base). In this case, the light sources are not placed on the wheel, but under it.

If you want to build an amazing lamp yourself, you need to pick up certain materials. After that, you can get to work. You need to learn more about the workflow.

It will take the following:

• wheel;
• lamps in the form of candle fire, 6 pieces;
• cartridges, 6 pieces (the number of cartridges and lamps should be the same);

• forged parts of various sizes and shapes;
• chains, about 6 meters;
• wire;
• self-tapping screws;
• figure trumpet.

If you get into the hands of this old wheel from the cart, it must be processed properly.To do this, walk on the surface with a stiff iron brush. To do the job as quickly as possible, it is better to use a similar nozzle on the drill.

Then you need to cover the wheel with a solution of linseed oil with turpentine. Apply the product in several layers. You can use a tool that protects the tree from rotting and various external factors.

It is recommended to install 6 lamps on a standard-sized wheel. Light sources must be placed at the same distance from each other. You can install the lamp by the number of spokes. To the lamps did not violate a special type of product, it is necessary to purchase light bulbs that imitate candles. They are easy to find in specialty stores.

Holes are made in the wheel - consider the size of the lamp. We also need additional blind holes for wires. Size - from about 15 to 20 mm. With the help of adapters, the cartridge firmly takes its place in the hole intended for it.When choosing a lamp, pay attention not only to their appearance, but also to power, temperature of light.

You can make the product more beautiful with metal chains. Wonderful chains with a thickness of 5 mm. To emphasize the effect of antiquity, it is recommended to choose a black version.

You can use various forged items. The main thing - do not overdo it with their number, otherwise the weight of the chandelier will increase several times, and it will be quite difficult to mount it on the sheet. Too much jewelry will ruin the look of the product.

Attach metal parts with a drill and self-tapping screws. So that they do not stand out, they can be blocked off with a matt black lacquer. All such elements should be treated with special solutions that protect against rust.

The process of mounting the product is best done by two people, especially if it is large and heavy. As a rule, a large chandelier is installed in the center of the canvas. If we are talking about the design of a large room, it is quite possible that two chandeliers placed at the same distance from each other will be needed. They can be hung closer to the center or on different sides of the room.

For information on how to make a chandelier in the form of a wheel with your own hands, see this video.