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Black Chandeliers by Urban Ambiance

The aesthetic appeal of black chandeliers lies in the dramatic contrast they create against lighter backgrounds, enhancing the visual interest of a room. Black Chandeliers complement a wide range of interior styles, from contemporary and industrial to minimalist and even traditional, making them versatile additions to various settings.

In addition to their aesthetic advantages, black chandeliers boast practical benefits that contribute to their popularity. The dark color minimizes the appearance of dust and dirt, making maintenance more manageable compared to lighter-colored fixtures that require frequent cleaning.

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The UQL2013 XL Mid-Century Modern Chandelier from Urban Ambiance’s Marseille Collection (43"H x 41"W) features a black silk finish and elegant design, casting striking illumination with European-inspired craftsmanship.
UQL2013 XL Mid-Century Modern Chandelier, 43"H x 41"W, Black Silk Finish, Marseille Collection

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A luxurious French Country chandelier from the Missoula Collection by Urban Ambiance featuring four gorgeous glass jars.
UHP3781 French Rustic Chandelier, 21.125"H x 27.125"W, Midnight Black Finish, Missoula Collection

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A beautiful Colonial chandelier from the luxury Somerville Collection by Urban Ambiance, featuring a midnight black finish, hanging in a room.
UHP3064 Colonial Chandelier, 20.875"H x 30"W, Midnight Black Finish, Somerville Collection

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Urban Ambiance - Chandelier - ULB2468 Transitional Indoor Chandelier, 20"W x 20"D x 19.5"H, Matte Black Finish, Harbor Collection -
ULB2468 Transitional Indoor Chandelier, 20"W x 20"D x 19.5"H, Matte Black Finish, Harbor Collection

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$399.00

Why Black Chandeliers?

The first reason is apparent: black is perennially chic–almost as timeless as jeans. And for style enthusiasts who enjoy the bold, powerful, and classy look that black embodies, a black chandelier can be just the right way to infuse that trendy elegant vibe into your home. 
Secondly, a black chandelier is ideal when you want to create contrasts and highlight other pieces in a room. You also get to have a unique, attractive décor with a dramatic charm, especially when the rest of the space leans toward quieter colors and styles.
By choosing to buy from Urban Ambiance, you choose a wide variety of options complemented with different finishes, so they can blend into your décor seamlessly.

Popular Interior Design Styles Where Black Chandeliers Are a Good Fit

Black chandeliers work better with some décor styles. For example:

Mid-century Style

Say you're working with a mid-century décor characterized by rich texture and color. A black chandelier is a helpful way of anchoring the space without interrupting the character-rich vibe.
For example, a black chandelier looking over a dining table with vibrant chairs or a solid wood corner introduces a chic feel. When placed next to a colorful wall, it provides balance.

Contemporary Style

Contemporary decor is big on simplicity. A black chandelier fits just right into this decor, allowing you to play with it for different effects. For example, place it close to a mirror to add depth and maximize its striking effect or hand it over a patterned area to add character to the monochrome space. It also works great in the bathroom, standing above an imposing white bathtub.  

Minimalist Style

The minimalist design is about less is more where you have curated rather than cluttered spaces. Spaces spot functional furniture with clean lines, minimal decorations, and geometric shapes. 
For a minimalist working with an open floor plan, you can use black chandeliers to create consistency –for example, one black chandelier in the dining room and another one in the kitchen. They also pair well with a minimalist bedroom placed beside the bed to add a sense of calm and stability.  

Transitional Style

Transitional style moves through time, blending elements from traditional and modern designs. This style gives you more options with lighting. But to truly make a great pick, a Victorian-inspired black chandelier hanging in the middle of a sitting room with a plush sofa and a mod graphic throw pillow combined with white linen window drapes ties up the space beautifully.

Types and Variations of Black Finishes

Metal finishing increases a chandelier's durability and enhances its appearance. Our black chandeliers have some of the most stylish black finishes for increased aesthetic appeal. For example:

These chandeliers come with discounted prices to make it easier to get as many as you want. 

Styles of Chandeliers Where Black Is An Attractive Finish Choice

You have a wide array of chandelier styles to pair with a black finish. These include:
  • Candle chandeliers. This chandelier is reminiscent of the first and older chandelier types. It has full extensions with candle-like light at the end of each extension, ideal for a simple yet elegant dining room.
  • Antler Chandeliers. Antler extensions induce a rustic and nature-invoking feel effect for a countryside home. Often it has an extension in the middle with multiple antler-like extensions surrounding it.
  • Crystal chandeliers. This style has various styles under it, but the most well-worn with a black finish is the raindrop crystal chandelier. The top has a broad surface with crystals that look like raindrops dangling off it –it blends in naturally for the sophisticated homeowner. 
  • Caged chandeliers. They are perfect for the farmhouse décor, often featuring a middle with several upright candles surrounded by a cage.
  • Bowl chandeliers. This looks like a hanging bowl surrounded by metal frames. It does a beautiful job of reflecting light in small spaces. 
We also offer advice on what works best for your space. If you feel unsure about a chandelier, chat with us online or call us on (855) 303-4229 and we'll be happy to help. 

Sizing a Black Chandelier For The Room

We recommend black chandeliers with a cascade of crystal lights in rooms with high ceilings. And, if you're buying a chandelier for the dining room, consider the size of the table.
Other than that you need to choose a chandelier according to the space you have. To determine the most suitable chandelier size, get the sum of the room's dimensions in feet and convert the result into inches. The figure you get in inches should be the same as your chandelier's diameter. 
For instance, if your room measures 10 by 14 inches, your chandelier's diameter should be 24 inches. If the room is smaller than that, say measures 10 by 10 inches, the chandelier should be slightly smaller or bigger -about 22 to 27 inches in diameter.

Caring for and Cleaning a Black Chandelier

Depending on how you care for it, a durable chandelier may live out its lifespan or not. Here are some care tips from our experts to keep yours functioning optimally for years:
  • Always switch off the lights before you attend to it.
  • Use cotton cloths instead of paper towels because paper towels cause micro scratches that develop into cracks.
  • Avoid spray cleaners because they leave spots on the prisms.
  • Take pictures before you start cleaning it if it has a complex design, so it's easier to return the pieces to their proper place
During cleaning:
    • Protect the prisms and crystals by lining the bottom of your sink with a towel
    • Use pads or drop cloth for the floor underneath the chandelier if you're cleaning it from a step ladder.
    • Fill a basin halfway with warm water, add a drop of distilled white vinegar, and about half a teaspoon of dishwashing liquid to the water
    • Only clean a few crystals at a time to avoid scratch damage
    • Rinse and dry each crystal with a soft cloth immediately after washing it.

Find Stylish Black Chandeliers from Urban Ambiance

You can't go wrong with a black chandelier choice if you look in the right place. Urban Ambience is a team of lighting experts. We know what works and what doesn't and use our expertise to sell you fixtures that work for your space and needs.