“You made my first chandelier project very do-able Thank you”

I know in the past that I have shared customers restoration projects with you, with their consent of course, but I wanted to share the comments received in an email earlier this week just in case you had been toying with the idea of restoring a chandelier, wall lights, crystal shade etc but had been put off because you did not know where to start.

If you are reading this blog then you have started your journey as you are googling chandelier companies, chandelier repair, chandelier parts etc, don’t be hesitant in taking the next step as it is not as daunting as you may think (or as expensive) and we are here to help.

The comments in the email read “Thank you once again for your help, you have made my first chandelier project very do-able and I hope the finished product does all your work justice.”

So you may be wondering what help we gave, the help that was extended is help we offer all our customers, from private individuals to trade customers – traditional customer service, providing the type of support that we like extended to ourselves. The opportunity to speak to a human and not AI and to interact with the same individual each time so that you do not need to keep recapping the issue to gain a resolution.

After we were contacted via email enquiring about availability of some crystal buttons and beads he had identified he needed from our website but in alternative sizes to those shown, we were able to interact with him via telephone and email. After a check of our stock, we have a large amount that has not yet found it’s way on to our website, we were able to confirm availability of some of sizes and suggestions on substitutions where sizes of buttons slightly differed to his original pieces. This enabled him to purchase the parts he needed, on this occasion this is extra special as the chandeliers have sentimental meaning to him.

This is support we offer our customers every day and it varies daily on the form of assistance required. From National Trust curators confirming suitability on chain and candle tubes, customers at the very beginning of their chandelier journey as described above to enquiries regarding delivery lead times, bespoke candle tubes and thread sizes. We are here to support you with your project and would much prefer for you to reach out to us if you have a query rather than for you to decide not to proceed because it is too daunting/expensive or that your query is “silly” – your question may be a question we have been asked previously and makes us realise that we need to address the query in a blog for others!

If you don’t want to reach out to us personally start off with a visit to our website which includes a “How To Video Tutorial Page”, https://www.kingschandeliers.co.uk/video-tutorials.html a range of blogs covering topics such as “What is a Bobeche”, “Different methods of chandelier pinning”, “Chandelier drop names” and much more. We are also updating our website to include more information and assistance on our product listings but this takes time so please if you cannot find the answer to your question in our videos or blogs or you cannot see the chandelier part you need contact us via email info@kingschandeliers.co.uk or call us on 01206332938.

Female Or Male Thread

One of the questions that we are asked is what is the difference between a female thread and a male thread and which do I need.

A female thread is on the inside and receives the item, the male thread is external and so visible to the eye and enters the item. We have prepared a simple reference sheet showing some examples of lighting components with both thread types, all of which are available from our website.

Please telephone, 01206332938, or email info@kingschandeliers.co.uk if you have any questions

Candle Tubes And Lamp Holder Sets

Need new lamp holders and candle tubes but not certain which candle tube is suitable for which lamp holder? Our website now features candle tube and lamp holder sets including exclusive sizes, finishes and styles.

We also hand craft candle tubes in bespoke sizes, full details are shown on our website https://www.kingschandeliers.co.uk/card-candle-tubes/

Candle Tube and Lamp Holder Sets From Kings Chandelier Services Ltd

Identifying 3 Core Electric Cable

We are often asked the difference between 2 and 3 core electric cable and how to identify the live and earth wires so are adding this image to our 3 core electric cable listings on our website.

We have a wide range of colours in our braided and twisted and fabric covered round electrical cables with discounts available on bulk purchases.

Visit our website https://www.kingschandeliers.co.uk/chandelier-parts-and-accessories.html or email info@kingschandeliers.co.uk for further details

Adjusting the height of your lamp holder

Last week a customer contacted us with a problem he was experiencing whilst restoring his antique chandeliers.  His existing candle tubes were tall and he wished to retain the height but he was uncertain as to which lamp holders he should purchase as he could not find one with the appropriate height.  After taking all the details from him we were able to recommend our SES E14 lamp holder with stem leg in 100mm together with additional components that would allow this to become an adjustable height lamp holder with a height range, in his case, of up to 180mm.

Following his enquiry, and having had similar enquiries in the past we added 3 sizes of adjustable SES E14 lamp holder kits giving a choice of 125mm up to 180mm for use with taller candle tubes.

click here for further details

If you prefer bayonet cap lamp holders or E27 lamp holders you can use the same concept, we have detailed the components used in the kits and these are available as separate components on our website.

If you have any queries please do not hesitate to contact us

 

 

 

Retro Electric Cable

All of our electric cables are carriage free in the UK with orders over one metre being sent as a continuous length, minimum order just one metre. We have also introduced short length packs although these are limited availability (we also sell short lengths of chain on selected products).   Don’t forget our Lifetime Customer Loyalty Discount Scheme which applies discounts on qualifying orders.

As well as the classical colours commonly used in chandelier restoration and installation we also stock a large range of retro colours ideal for modern lighting, chandeliers, DIY and Interior Designers.

See our gallery below for a sample of flamboyant colours and traditional colours available – for our full range Click Here

 

 

Celebrating Our Modern Chandelier Crystal

At King’s Chandelier Services Ltd we are well known for our range of antique chandelier crystals but not always recognised as selling high quality modern chandelier crystal and coloured crystal so thought we would do a post dedicated to it.

Click here for full range

 

 

 

 

 

This week’s Special Offers

If you are a regular visitor to our website, http://www.kingschandeliers.co.uk, you may have noticed the Special Offers section – what you may  not of realised is that items are regularly added to this section – some may be on special offer for a limited period and some may be in this section as the line is to be discontinued – either way you can pick up some bargains!

This week included in the Specials section are crystal bottom balls, candle tubes, pull switches and more. Check it out here

More lines have been added to our FREE postage offer as well.

 

 

Push in terminal lamp holders – how to wire them

If you have visited our lamp holder sections on our website you may have looked at our push in terminal lamp holders and wondered how to wire this should you purchase them.

We have a few “How To” videos on our website and one of these feature wiring push in terminal lamp holders; please find the link to our restoration page on our website which includes the video relating to wiring push in terminal lamp holders.

How to wire a chandelier arm/push wire terminal lamp holder

SES E14 Lamp Holder

 

Chandelier Refurbishment

With the passing of the Christmas season you may be looking at your chandelier and thinking it is looking a little tired and sorry for it’s self.  Refurbishing your chandelier does not need to be expensive as it is not a full restoration, just a little TLC.

If you didn’t get a chance to clean your chandelier in the lead up to the festive season this can instantly transform the chandelier.  It also gives you a chance to check over the chandelier to make sure that all the crystals are in place and undamaged; you will also be able to see any that need re-pinning.

Replacing the odd crystal does not need to be expensive, we do not have a minimum order value on our website and our chandelier pins are available in small cost effective packs as well as larger quantities for a full chandelier restoration.  Dependant on the chandelier crystals and buttons that you are looking for you will find in both our antique  and modern chandelier parts that some are available in pack sizes as well as singles.

Whilst cleaning your chandelier you can check to see if any of the candle tubes need replacing or you may wish to change the style and colour of your candle tubes to revitalise the look of your chandelier – again you do not need to place a minimum order our candle tubes are available in singles as well.

Of course when cleaning your chandelier check your bulbs are all working correctly.

REMEMBER when cleaning your chandelier ensure the electrical supply is switched off, do not expose the electrics to liquids and move yourself and your ladder around the chandelier do not turn the chandelier to you – you may unscrew the fixings.