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I have an ultra modern chandelier in my entry way. It is brass with 5 rows of glass strips hanging off of little hooks. I would like to make it more homey and less flashy. Any ideas?
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The Garden Frog with C Renee on Oct 01, 2013Without a picture it is hard to tell, however, with that said~spray paint it black or hammered black or rubbed bronze. If it doesn't turn out you just spray paint over it. LOLHelpful Reply
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Solar Flair Lighting on Oct 02, 2013As long as you are not using halogen bulbs (sorry, they are so hot they are fire hazard IMO), you could tone down the flash and add your own touch by covering glass strips with cloth that matches your decor. The good news: you just need remnants and these are dirt-cheap at most fabric stores, so you'll have a lot of choose of quality materials at a low cost and surely find something that could add a country cottage feel to it. DO NOT USE SPRAY PAINT: it's messy and you could end up with a big hot mess mess. And, many paints contain chemicals that could damage brass finish. We found out the hard way when we were slowing replacing all fixtures from previous homeowner with bad case of Disco Fever. With fabric, select material that as thin as possible (look at curtain materials rather than upholstery fabric). Use craft glue, take your time, and you easily change it down the road or even seasonally if you want. Let the brass be: most brass lights are really just brass-coated and also have clear coating. Once this is damaged, fixture rusts easily and looks shoddy: not "shabby cheap" but damaged/old and badly maintained.Helpful Reply
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Donna on Oct 02, 2013Here is the best picture that I have right now. My camera battery died of all times.Helpful Reply
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Tanya Peterson Felsheim on Oct 02, 2013Looking for a picture. I got some very inexpensive little lampshades to go over the bulbs after you remove the glass, I also suggest painting it with a nice patina like a bronze or a black. However you would be surprised that someone might really love to have your fixture (70s are in with young people) and maybe get enough to get something you like or can repurposed for your tastes.Helpful Reply
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Donna on Oct 15, 2013Finally I have some pictures of my chandelier!Helpful Reply
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Donna on Oct 16, 2013I can't get them to upload. Frustrated! Yeah finally got them postedHelpful Reply
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Donna on Nov 20, 2013Thanks for the answers, but I'm still hoping for more ideas.Helpful Reply
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Donna on Nov 21, 2013Not a bad idea. Thanks BeckyHelpful Reply
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