Illumination – Candle Holders
A candle holder is a complimentary device designed to hold a candle, giving it both a protective base, and a display setting from which the glow of the flame can be aptly appreciated. Some people use candle holders as decorations in their own right, leaving the pieces out whether they have candles going or not. Sometimes you lave candle holders in storage, hiding them, waiting for the time to break them out and light up the candles.
When you choose to make candle holders into a permanent piece of the room’s décor, it’s important to choose pieces which flow with the natural style of the space. A candle holder which is too noticeable will detract from the natural beauty of the flickering flames. However if you select pieces which are too plain, they will detract from the unique beauty of the space itself. In this way, it is best to select pieces which have a moderate amount of interest, but which will balance the overall quality of the space.
It is also important to know how various pieces will look when actually holding a lit candle. Things to consider are the reflectivity of the material, whether it has translucent properties, and where the wick will be at various points during the candles burn. All of these factors will influence how the candle holder will look when its in its prime, shining and flickering against the darkness of the night.
Having candle holders which can reflect the light is often a very desirable characteristic. Many glass candle holders have this property, as well as multi faceted gemstone pieces.
Translucence is the property where the light from the candle will actually shine through the material, illuminating it from within, causing the entire piece to light up. Onyx, translucent materials, and frosted glass can all have this same property. However you need to be aware of where the candles flame actually resides. A taller candle will tend to burn far above the holder, rather than illuminating from within.
Candle holders can be a beautiful addition to the home, whether they are permanent or temporary parts of the environment. The flame from a candle can flicker against the darkness of night, keeping you warm and giving hope to those who see the future in its flickering little flame.
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