How to Measure for a Ceiling Medallion
Ceiling medallions are available in a wide assortment of colors, sizes, and materials. Traditional ceiling medallions are made of plaster, but many people prefer polyurethane medallions due to cost and ease of installation. Not only are polyurethane medallions much lighter than their traditional counterparts, but they are also easy to paint and customize for each specific room. Of course, polyurethane ceiling medallions are not appropriate in every setting. Homeowners restoring a historical building may find that the authenticity of a traditional plaster ceiling medallion is well worth the addition cost and labor. Does this Spark an idea?
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Instructions
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Measure the length and width of the room using a measuring tape. Determine the square footage of the room by multiplying the length and width of the room with a calculator.
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Divide the square footage of the room by the number 7. The resulting number should roughly equal the diameter of the ceiling medallion you choose.
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Measure the hole in the center of the ceiling medallion with the measuring tape. Verify the hole is smaller than the base of the light fixture that will be installed at the center of the ceiling medallion. Ideally the ceiling medallion center hole should only be slightly smaller than the base of the lighting fixture.
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Tips & Warnings
The appropriate size for a ceiling medallion is largely a matter of aesthetic taste. Do not hesitate to deviate from the numbers and choose a ceiling medallion with a diameter that will complement the overall decor of the room.
Ceiling medallions made from polyurethane are easy to customize if the lighting fixture in the room has an odd shaped base. Most are sold without a center hole, allowing the customer to cut the medallion for a custom fit.
References
- Photo Credit antique ceiling image by John Sfondilias from Fotolia.com
