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 Imperial Productions ®                               

 Frequently Asked Questions 

 Medallion Installation / Sizing / Design

 

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styles of imperial medallions ornate to modern

  youtube movie covers styles, sizing and installation

    click above to watch Video

 

 

The following notes are intended as suggestions only for your benefit. 

Consult with your own structural engineer, architect or designer for further advise.

You local codes and conditions may vary consult with your city hall for local statutes. 

 

 

 Design Questions 

 

 

 How To Size a Medallion for a chandelier ? 

 

  Watch Tiktok video

 

 Let Dr Details Explain

 about Sizings 

Ceiling Medallions were created as fire barriers in the early 1800's when lighting was either oil, gas, or candle power.  To avoid fires they were made of non combustible plaster.  As a design precedent medallions are always larger than the lighting fixture.  If they are the same size as the light fixture they simply look wrong and this effect is amplified the higher the ceiling is.

 

  Here is a simple calculation to guide you 

  multiple widest part of the chandelier  by 38.2 % 

 

  Sizing is based on the Golden Rule called PHi

  This is the ratio calculation PHi (1.618) 

 

  Here is a simple example calculation to consider

  1- (.618) = (.382)  ie 38.2%

  This keeps within the Golden Rule of Phi

 

  18" chandelier (widest point) x 1.38 = a 25 inch medallion

  

  No rules rule so select 29", 25" or what ever matches your design

 

  Always remember that when you view the medallion mounted on the

  ceiling it will appear much smaller from your perspective at a lower level

  By selecting one that uses the  golden rule calculation, it will appear to

  be the right size with the correct visual distortion with higher ceilings

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 Where did the idea of medallions come from ?

  Simple Answer: 

  They were fire barriers for candle and gas chandeliers... 

      

   Learn about the history of the ceiling medallion   <= For more read the article

 

 

 

  Do I have to replace my existing medallion

 to make it bigger

 

  Simple Answer:  No

  Add an expansion ring and paint the drywall section

  between the ring and the existing medallion the same color

 <- See the Results

 

   To View the Ring Collection =>   

 

 

 

 I have a vaulted or curved ceiling

 can I add a medallion that fits the curve?

    All medallions are available flexible for vaulted ceilings 

 Simple Answer:  Yes

 

  Many of the medallions are available in ResinMold®

  It is a synaptic polymer that is flexible

 Time frame minimum 4 weeks

 

  <= click link to learn about custom items 

 Watch the Video on ResinMold®    Youtube Video on flexible Resinmold

 

 

 

 Custom Questions     

 

 

 Can you do historic restorations or Unique Designs?

    learn about historic reproductions and new designs

  Simple Answer:  Yes

  Send us a photo and size of the broken medallion and we can quote

  it's recreation OR a concept drawing of a unique design.

 

 

 

 <- Connect to custom page

  

 

 

 Can you supply in hand carved hardwood ? 

 

  Simple Answer:  Yes

 

  We can supply existing designs or unique designs in hand carved

  hardwoods

 

  Also Colonial Disks up to 10 Feet Diameter in Turned Hardwoods

 

 

 

 

  Hole cutting and Splitting services  

  Custom Services to make installation easier

 

  We offer the following services

 

  a) Splitting a medallion in half for easier installs

 

  b) Cutting custom hole sizes

 

  c) Finishing in Real Metal

 

  d) Painted Medallions 

 

  See all our Other Services - click here    

  

 

 

 

 Install Questions

 

 

  How do I install my new medallion ?

  Install notes with photos

 

  click here for Install Notes

 

  There are notes on ArchPolymerTM and GRG-NeoPlasterTM

   

 

 

  Can I use any construction glue?

  Approved Construction Adhesive 

 

  Simple Answer:   No

 

  If you select ArchPolymerTM you must use an adhesive specially for

  this material otherwise it might damage the medallion. 

  Always read the instruction before applying.  

 

  Call for Larger Orders

    Click to order construction adhesive   

 

 

 Can I use any latex filler to cover the gaps?

 Spackling Compound

 

  Simple Answer:  Yes but ...

 

  If you use latex filler to cover the gap between the medallion and the

  ceiling it invariably dries out over time and shrinks.  This vinyl splacking

  compound is way better as it dries hard and can be sanded.

  Always  read the instruction before applying.  

    click to buy spackling compound

 

 

 What is a Canopy?

 Photo shows canopy

 

 

 The chandelier's canopy or cupola is shown above

 

 The canopy covers the electrical wires and the receptacle box in the ceiling

 The receptacle box is usually 3-3/4" octagon shape and is attached to the

 framing

 

 The canopy is attached to the treaded rod where the wires come out of the

 receptacle box

 

 The canopy does NOT go through to hole of the medallion rather it sits

 on the surface of the medallion

 

 The medallion may have a flat area around the hole or it may have a design

 You can select a medallion with a center flat area slightly larger than the

 diameter of the canopy or you can put the canopy directly to the decorative

 motif on the medallion covering part of the pattern. Since it is high up it is

 unlikely to be noticed. 

 

 For deep medallions you will need to acquire a longer threaded rod

 or extender to attach the connector 

 

   click here for Install Notes

 

 

 

 

  Can Imperial supply Class A Fire Rated Medallions ?

 

 

  Yes - click here for Fire Rating

 

  Class A ArchPolymerTM and GRG-NeoPlasterTM

   

 

 

 

 

  All About the Materials

 

 

  Can Imperial supply Custom Textures ?

  learn about custom textures

 

  Yes - click for Texture Options

 

  Class A ArchPolymerTM and GRG-NeoPlasterTM

   

 

 

  What is the ArchPolymerTM?

  click for ArchPolymer Movie

 

 

  Simple Answer:  Like a synthetic wood 

  It is not a cheap plastic really looks like plaster but is

  lite weight and easy to install.  

  They come primed and need to be painted. 

  Interior & Exterior use.

 

  ArchPolymerTM meets class A fire rating only when it is

  on Custom special order to have the fire retardant put into

   the material mix or fire barrier primer can be applied in 3

   coats.  This is a requirement in some jurisdictions or

   commercial buildings such as offices or places of worship.

 

 click for Full Details & Architectural Material Data Sheet

 

 

 

 

  What is the GRG-NeoPlasterTM?

  watch Video on GRG-NeoPlaster   

  Simple Answer: 

  Like a traditional plaster but heavier and less fragile

  for packing.  GRG-NeoPlasterTM is Class A fire rated. 

  Priming and painting by others.  Interior Use

 

  <- Watch the Video

 click for Full Details & Architectural Material Data Sheet

 

 

 

 

  Hardwood Properties

 

 

 

  Imperial offers larger Colonial Disks up to 10 Feet in Diameter

  or Carved Detailed Medallions

 

 click for Full Details & Architectural Material Data Sheet

 

 

 

  ZeamentTM Properties

  Youtube video on Stonemold and Zeament

  Simple Answer:  Known as GFRC, our ZeamentTM is

  a stone composite for exterior applications.

  Class A fire rated, Finishing by others

 click for Full Details & Architectural Material Data Sheet

 

 

 

 

 

  MATERIAL FAQ

  Got more Videos

   click for our Youtube channel

  Simple Answer:  Yes

  We are striving to make videos on each product but this takes time.

 

 

 <=  Click for our YouTube Channel

 

 

 

 

 

  Finishes 

 

 

  Can Imperial supply Medallions Metal Coated ?

  learn about metal coating options

 

  Yes - click for Metal Coating

 

  Class A ArchPolymerTM and GRG-NeoPlasterTM

   

 

 

  Can Imperial supply Medallions Painted ?

 

 

  Yes - click for Factory Painting

   

 

 

 Factory Finishes

 

    DIY Paints

 

 DIY - Paints

 

  Metal Leaf Paints  

 * Vast selection of Golds, Bronzes, Silvers, Pewters

    and Coppers 

 

 Japan Colors: 

 * Collection of Renaissance Colors

 

 Florescent Paint  

 * Bright and Wild

 

 High Gloss Enamels and Lettering Enamels  

 * Add special touch to the decorative features

 

 

 

 

 

  Got more Questions ? 

  One of our sales associates will be pleased to answer any other questions you have

 

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