Choose A Ceiling Medallion

Set your ceiling off with a medallion.

A medallion provides an easy way to add a decorative touch to your home ceiling. This commonly ignored space can become much more aesthetically pleasing by the addition of one of these decorative pieces. Adding a medallion can also enhance the overall beauty of your room as it draws viewers' eyes to the ceiling, and, when properly selected, echoes themes present throughout the rest of the space. To ensure that your ceiling medallion addition is beneficial, exercise care when selecting a medallion for your space.

Instructions

1. Calculate the size of your room. A ceiling medallion can easily become overpowering if you select one that's too large for your space. Measure your room and calculate the square footage to determine how large a medallion the room can accommodate. If you're placing the medallion in a small room, such as one of less than 140 square feet, don't select a medallion that's any larger than 20 inches in diameter. If you're placing a medallion in a larger room--280 square feet or more--select a grander piece that's at least 40 inches in diameter.

2. Measure the fixture that must fit into the center. If you plan to center a light or hanging fixture in the middle of your medallion, determine how large the center must be to accommodate this planned piece, then select a medallion with the appropriate central opening.

3. Decide on a shape. Most medallions are circular, although some more contemporary options are available in other shapes. Determine which shape best suits your desires and fits into your room's theme.

4. Pick a color that accents your decor. Place a plain wood medallion on your ceiling, or use a plaster medallion that's white or painted to match the dominant hues in your space. To make your medallion pop, paint it a different color than the surrounding ceiling. To make the addition more understated, select one in the same hue as your existing ceiling space.

5. Select a pattern that fits with the room's current aesthetic. Medallions range in style from simple to ornate. Consider your room design and select a medallion that echoes the same shapes and feel as the remainder of the space. For example, if you have flowers as a dominant feature of your decor, seek a medallion that contains engravings that echo this floral theme.

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