A neutral nursery chandelier is one of the easiest ways to make a baby’s room feel finished. By using a neutral chandelier, you can also ensure that it will outlast any changes to the room over time. Nurseries need lots of lighting options depending on baby’s sleep schedule and the time of day, but lighting is also a design element. Even in a small nursery without a high ceiling, the right chandelier or pendant will anchor the space and pull the whole design together.
Neutral tones are still so popular in nursery design, and the secret to making them work is texture. When a room is mostly white, cream and warm wood, layers like rattan, linen and brass keep the design from falling flat. I’ve refreshed this post with my current favorites, plus everything I tell my clients about size, hanging height and safety before they order.
My Favorite Neutral Nursery Chandeliers:
1. Timeless Brass Chandelier
2. Crystal Chandelier
3. Tapered Rattan Chandelier
4. Black Linen Shade Chandelier
5. Scallop Linen Drum Chandelier
6. Tiered Linen Scallop Chandelier
7. Floral Brass Chandelier
8. Ruffle Rattan Chandelier
9. Brass & Scallop Linen Shades Chandelier
10. Nostalgic Bow Chandelier
What style of nursery chandelier works best?
Woven, rattan and natural textures. Rattan is my go-to when a nursery needs warmth, or if a client wants that natural touch. These textures also work great for a bohemian or eclectic look. Both look great in a room with lots of white and light wood.
Linen and fabric textures. Linen drum shades are about as soft and neutral as lighting gets. You can go for a super simple drum shade in a linen fabric, or something that has some pleating or a scallop detail for more visual interest.
Metallic forward. If you want to bring some warmth into your nursery or balance some metallics you’re already using in other areas, choosing a chandelier with a metallic base in brass, silver or even black will tie the whole room together.
Crystal and glam. If your nursery leans elegant, a crystal chandelier adds sparkle while still staying neutral. I still get so many requests for crystal chandeliers, especially in girl’s nurseries! Just read the safety section below, because glass needs a little extra thought around little ones.
Whimsical details. I love adding whimsy to a nursery or kid’s room, like a floral chandelier or even a bow chandelier. I would suggest keeping the style you choose more elegant and not too juvenile so it will still be versatile over the years.
More Neutral Nursery Chandeliers
There are just so many neutral chandeliers that I love, so here are a few more you might like.
If you look closely, this tassel beaded chandelier has a lot of defining details. There are actually 2 different colors of wood beads used for an ombre effect, and the frame at the top is woven with another color thread, so even though this piece is completely neutral, it has depth, texture and interest.
This might be my favorite of them all! I love how this draped beaded chandelier is petite, but so elegant. Is also has a gold frame at the top, which believe it or not, is hard to find!
This modern rattan chandelier is really popular with my Virtual Design clients. Because of its simple shape, it fits into almost any type of nursery design. Boy or girl, modern or transitional.
This oversized beaded chandelier might look familiar to you—that’s because I used it in a recent floral nursery design for a client in Los Angeles. My client had amazing high ceilings which allowed us to use this extra-large piece. It really makes the room!
So far, most of these chandeliers have been in the moderate price range, but this gold beaded chandelier is definitely high end. The design is so stunning, and I love how it combines the white and gold beads. The white beads are actually distressed too, giving it even more texture.
Macrame is still trending for nurseries, and yes they even make chandeliers! This woven macrame chandelier is so pretty and clearly has a ton of texture.
What size chandelier should I choose for a nursery?
For chandelier diameter, my personal belief if that there isn’t a rule here. But generally, for most nurseries, you’ll want to stay under about 24″ wide. For a smaller nursery, stick to 18″-20″ wide. I’ve worked on plenty of nurseries where the client wanted a big bold statement chandelier and have gone wider than normal too!
How high should I hang a nursery chandelier?
For this, you’ll always want to make sure you have at least seven feet of clearance underneath the chandelier. If someone in your family is especially tall, or if you have a ceiling higher than ten feet, you can adjust that clearance to eight feet. I always suggest hanging someone hold it up for you so you can see it in person before making that final decision. If you have an eight-foot ceiling, you may be better off with a semi-flush instead of a hanging chandelier.
Nursery Chandelier Safety
There are always some safety precautions for anything that goes into the nursery. Always follow the manufacturer’s installation instructions, and I recommend having a licensed electrician hang it so the ceiling box is rated for the fixture’s weight. Here’s what else I keep in mind:
- Placement: Avoid hanging a chandelier directly over the crib. Ideally place it centered in the room.
- Breakable materials: Crystal and glass look gorgeous but should be kept well out of reach, especially once your child is climbing. If there are small individual crystals, be very careful that they are all very well secured and regularly check for missing or broken pieces.
- Cords: Most chandeliers won’t have an exposed cord, but if you choose a plug-in style, keep the cord completely out of reach and fully secured to the wall or ceiling.
More Nursery Lighting Ideas
- The Best Mini and Small Nursery Lamps Under 20 Inches
- Flush Mount Chandeliers for the Nursery
- Floral Lighting for Nursery and Kids
Need help with your nursery design?
Lighting is just one layer of a nursery design. If you’d like help choosing fixtures plus the design of your whole room, that’s exactly what I do in my Virtual Design services.
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