Jack Prestiais the owner of The Big Chandelier in Atlanta, Georgia.
He and his wife Ellen source antique light fixtures all throughout Europe and restore them to their former glory.
Sara McDanieloffers design and renovation consultations through her Louisiana-based business, Simply Southern Cottage.
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Jack Prestia is the owner of The Big Chandelier and holds certification from the Underwriters Laboratories (UL).
He shares advice on what to look for when it comes to wiring.
“There are two threats to using antique light fixtures in a project,” he says.
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“One is that a whole lot of vintage and antique light fixtures come from Europe.
These need to be rewired from the very get-go because the sockets they use in Europe are different.”
“If you dont prefer vintage lights in the original location, repurpose them elsewhere,” she says.
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One of her biggest pieces of advice is knowing your style before purchasing.
Hire a Qualified Installer
Installing vintage wall sconces and chandeliers often requires specific expertise.
