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4 What color candle -
match or contrast?
- On some occasions you will want to match the colors in
your rooms, and on others you'll be going for
contrast.
- You also don't want to restrict yourself to just one
color of candle, so you need enough holders to allow you to
mix and match.
- Remember that boldly-colored holders are more difficult
to match to the candle color and to your decor.
And once you've decided on the right color, you'll be led
naturally to....
5 Candle holder materials
galore!
Even though
you've narrowed down the options, there are still some
wonderful decisions to be made.
- You can choose between wood, bronze, silver, crystal,
aluminium, metal candle holders, wrought iron, beaded
holders, or natural products such as bamboo and
coconut.
- Glass is obviously popular. You can either choose a
completely neutral holder, or choose a colored holder that
will match the candle color.
Glass is particularly appropriate for votive
candleholders.
- Hurricane candleholders are popular for pillar candles
and are wonderful for al fresco dining. Remember to look
for one with a handle if you will need to move it while
still hot.
Then you only have to decide on ..
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