Crystal vases: varieties and recommendations for choosing

A crystal vase can be a great addition to any interior: both classic and modern. Crystal has always been valued for its beauty, since ancient times it has been a decorative element in the decoration of exclusively wealthy and noble people. Today, crystal has become more affordable, it is quite possible to purchase it at favorable prices. Before choosing a crystal vase, you should find out what kind it can be. It is equally important to familiarize yourself with the basic design styles of this kind of accessories, and with popular manufacturers.

Noble and luxurious crystal is especially often used to create beautiful decorative vases that can complement any interior of a private house or apartment. Next, we will consider the main types of this kind of accessories, which, as a rule, are most popular.

• Classic vases for flowers, fruits and even sweets. They can be made in a wide variety of shapes and variations. Most often, cut crystal is used for such vases.

• Vases on a leg. Options from colored crystal are especially beautiful.

• Low conical vases are called "jardinieres". They are mainly suitable for flowers with small stems.

• Outdoor options. These models are usually quite tall. There are very large and voluminous options. You can put flowers in such vases or use them exclusively as decoration.

• Antique. Finding such options is not difficult, however, they can cost a decent amount. These vases are generally suitable for classic interiors such as baroque or art deco.

• Round designer vases. They can be a great addition to a modern high-tech interior, minimalism or futurism.

To make crystal products more affordable, many manufacturers use various materials to produce their accessories. Let's consider the most popular ones.

• Rhinestone. This variety is considered very elegant and expensive, most often jewelry is made from it, and some miniature details are made on vases. It is quite difficult to find a rock crystal vase in its pure form. But if, nevertheless, it is made to order, then it will have a noble white or transparent shade.

• Colored crystal. Accessories made from this material are usually classified as vintage, although quite modern models can also be found. However, one should be careful: many manufacturers pass off ordinary tinted glass as expensive colored crystal. This kind of thing should be purchased exclusively at trusted retail outlets. Cobalt options look especially expensive. Crystal itself is transparent, but if various metal impurities are added to it, it becomes colored and very saturated.

• Czech crystal can be a great addition to any bohemian style in the interior. This material is quite dense and easy to care for.

Today, both domestic and foreign manufacturers produce vases in classical and modern styles. Next, we will consider in what directions crystal vases can be made.

• In the sea. Unusual vases decorated with shells and waves can be a great addition to a Scandinavian-style country house by the sea. Manufactured in various forms.

• Crystal vase on a leg in a classic style with a unique drawing can be used for artificial or natural flowers. Vases with a gold drawing look especially expensive.

• Modern minimalist square vase with a limited amount of catchy details - a great choice for a cozy living room or kitchen.

• Models of vases in Japanese or Chinese style look elegant. They are either entirely made of colored crystal, or partially. Also in such variants, semi-precious stones and minerals may be present.

• Rare variants of vases from the times of the USSR. Many of them are sold very cheaply and can be easily found among the older generations. If you clean old crystal, then it will shine no worse than any new one.

Foreign manufacturers of crystal products are most valued in our country. It so happened that the birthplace of crystal vases, and crystal itself, is Europe. Perhaps that is why today's elite accessories are brought from there.

Today the most famous manufacturers are located in the Czech Republic, France, Germany and Italy. Almost everyone imports their products to our country. Next, let's take a closer look at popular brands and brands.

• Bohemia Jihlava (Jihlava) - this Czech brand is considered unique in its kind, as it produces a variety of decorative items for the interior of the purest crystal with the addition of gold, platinum and silver.

• Egermann is also a great company from the Czech Republic. In the assortment of this brand you can find luxurious products made of colored glass and Bohemian crystal. Vases and sets are especially good.

• Also in our country you can find excellent products Italian brand Timon S. R. L. This brand has in stock not only crystal vases, but also wine glasses and other dishes.

• Polish brand Kolglass Ryszard Kolat produces excellent products from real colored crystal with gilding. This brand has very unusual vases that can become a decoration of any home.

• Top-notch modern vases are worth looking for in the range Czech brand Caesar Crystal Bohemia.

It is best to choose a real crystal vase from trusted manufacturers. It is not recommended to order this kind of products on questionable sites on the Internet. It is best to give preference to exclusive things that can later become a family heirloom. Also, when choosing a suitable accessory for a crystal interior, special attention should be paid to the following details.

• You need to lightly knock on the product. Crystal sounds very nice, unlike, for example, ordinary glass. Here the difference will be noticeable even to a person who absolutely does not understand this.
• It is very important to pay attention to the glare that the vase emits. On a real crystal, the edges and the highlights themselves will shimmer very beautifully.
• It should be remembered that crystal does not always look transparent. When cobalt is added to it, it will be blue, and silicon will be pale pink. In this case, it is imperative to check the marking on which these impurities should be indicated.

• Particular attention should be paid to the price. Real crystal vases simply cannot be cheap, otherwise the market price will not cover the cost of materials. Basically, the cost consists of the type of crystal, the brand of the manufacturer, as well as the shape and some details of the accessory.
• When choosing the necessary attribute for the interior, you should inquire about the availability of special care products in the store.Sometimes professional remedies are much better and more convenient than the usual home remedies.

Any crystal products, including vases, require careful and careful care.

• Over time, the crystal may tarnish slightly if not properly cared for. However, it is best to follow preventive measures to avoid clouding the product. It will not be so difficult to wash it in the future.
• Vases are best washed with cool water and vinegar. It is also allowed to wipe crystal products with cotton cloths soaked in alcohol. You can rub the vase with rubbing alcohol to make it shine like new. And you should get rid of plaque with a coarse brush.

• Using cold water and ordinary detergent, you can thoroughly clean the inside of the vase if flowers have been in it for a long time.
• For crystal, hot water and even more boiling water are completely contraindicated.
• If the vase is chipped, then you can try to glue it at home. Everything should be done carefully, using special glue for glass and crystal. It is recommended to paint the broken vase in the future so that the places of chips and cracks are not visible.

Crystal vases are an essential attribute of shabby chic and boho interiors. As a rule, they are made of colored crystal with a lot of unusual details.

Minimalist crystal vases of bizarre shapes in the Scandinavian style look no less colorful and original. Crystal vases on legs look especially expensive and luxurious if they contain roses, even artificial ones.

A low-rise vase with a gold frame can be a great solution for the kitchen. The small model can even be used as a candy bowl.

For information on how to wash a crystal vase, see the next video.