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5 Unique Ways to Use Candles in Home Decor

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5 Unique Ways to Use Candles in Home Decor

Most of us light a candle for the smell or the glow and leave it at that. With a bit of thought, though, a candle can do a lot more for a room. Here are five ways we like to use them around the house:

Make a Candle Centerpiece: Create a centrepiece for your dining table or coffee table by using candles of various sizes and colours. For added visual interest, place them on a decorative tray or in a glass vase.

Display Candles in a Fireplace: If you have an inactive fireplace, consider using it as a candle display area. To create a warm and inviting ambiance, place candles of various heights and colours on the mantle and in the hearth.

Make Candle Wall Art: Arrange candles of various sizes and colours in a pattern on a wall to create a one-of-a-kind and eye-catching piece of art. To secure the candles to the wall, use adhesive wall mounts or decorative sconces.

  1. Use Candles to Draw Attention to Artwork: To draw attention to a favourite piece of artwork, place a candle on a shelf or table near it. The warm glow of the candle can help to highlight the colours and details of the artwork.

  2. Add Candles to a Bathroom: Add candles to the countertop or around the bathtub to create a spa-like atmosphere in your bathroom. To enhance the ambiance, use candles with soothing scents such as lavender or eucalyptus.

It is critical to consider safety when using candles in home decor. Place candles on a stable surface away from flammable materials and never leave them unattended. As a safer alternative, consider using battery-operated candles.

A centrepiece, a shelf, a corner by a favourite print. Put a candle somewhere you'll actually see it and the room changes, especially once the lights go down.

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