Lighting For The Dining Room: Do You Dare?

Dining room lighting is almost always synonymous with chandeliers and so we will assume that all of you out there have one or aspire to have one. (Steal one from your neighbors, if you don’t. We want you to fit in.) For optimum results, and pleasing proportion, the bottom of the chandelier should be between thirty-six and forty-two inches from the tabletop. Don’t do like that old Clint Eastwood movie and hang em too high. The chandelier should also be on separate dimmers so that you can control the light level and mood. Don’t worry about hopes dimming as well … Continue reading

Make Your Dining Room More Elegant

If you long for an elegant dining room, begin transforming yours today. Begin by adding a beautiful tablecloth or table runner. You can find very nice ones at discount centers or online shops like Overstock. Imagine finding lace, damask, or linen for less than half the cost that looks as nice as the pricier versions. Next, set the table to create a sense of formality. Add linen napkins, which you can make by simply hemming pieces of inexpensive fabric. Then, fold them into pretty shapes and place them on top of the dinner plate. Add long, taper candles and add … Continue reading