Argen 8 Light Gold Plated Strass Lead Crystal Chandelier - Gold

The Argen is an 8-light crystal chandelier built around a central gold-plated brass column with eight curved arms, each draped with Strass lead crystal droplets and fitted with a BC (bayonet cap) bulb holder. The 62cm diameter and 53cm drop make it a compact chandelier suited to dining rooms, bedrooms and formal sitting rooms with ceiling heights of 2.4-2.7m where a traditional multi-tiered chandelier would overwhelm the space.

Each of the eight arms curves outward from the central brass column, supporting crystal holders that sit beneath the bulb candles. Precision-cut crystal strands are draped between the arms and hang from the central tier, refracting light across walls and ceilings when the bulbs are lit. The gold-plated finish on the brass frame provides a warm metallic base that pairs with both warm-toned traditional interiors and transitional schemes mixing period detail with contemporary furnishings.

The chandelier weighs 10kg once assembled, requiring a ceiling rose and fixings rated for that load. The BC fittings accept standard bayonet-cap bulbs up to 60W each (bulbs sold separately) — most users pair this with 4-6W warm-white LED candle bulbs at 2700K to balance light output with the scale of the fixture. The Strass lead crystal is heavier and more reflective than standard K9 crystal, giving stronger prismatic effects under both daylight and artificial light.

What bulbs does the Argen take?

The chandelier uses eight BC (bayonet cap, B22) bulbs, each rated up to 60W. Bulbs are sold separately. For this size of chandelier, 4-6W LED candle bulbs at 2700-3000K provide sufficient light without overpowering the crystal detail.

What ceiling height is needed?

The 53cm drop works best in rooms with ceiling heights of 2.4-2.7m. For dining tables, the chandelier typically hangs 700-850mm above the table surface, which requires a ceiling height of at least 2.4m. Higher ceilings can accommodate the chandelier, but the 62cm width suits medium-sized rooms rather than double-height spaces.

What is Strass lead crystal?

Strass crystal is a lead crystal formulation with a higher lead oxide content than standard K9 crystal. This gives the crystal greater weight, higher refractive index and stronger prismatic effects under light. The droplets and strands on the Argen are precision-cut to maximise refraction.

How is the chandelier cleaned?

Switch off the mains supply before cleaning. Wipe each crystal droplet and strand individually with a soft, dry microfibre cloth. For more thorough cleaning, remove the droplets from their hooks and wash in warm water with a small amount of washing-up liquid, rinse with distilled water, and dry immediately with a lint-free cloth to avoid water marks. The gold-plated brass frame can be dusted with a dry cloth but should not be polished with metal cleaners as this may damage the plating.