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All About Reproduction Antler Chandeliers

Perry Latham — Thu, 18 Feb 2010 08:59:59 +0000

So what exactly is a reproduction antler chandelier? Well, it is a chandelier lighting fixture made from fake antler and is supposed to imitate the ever popular antler chandelier. Most of these home lighting fixtures are used in lodges, cabins, and homes that are attempting to achieve a rusting look. Another common name for fake antler is cast antler. Throughout the rest of this article, I will be discussing several different reasons why I think that more people should go with cast antler chandeliers rather than real ones.

In order to understand why I feel this way about them, you need to understand that they are not cheap. These reproductions are made mainly from polyethylene. Polyethylene is both strong and durable. Another question that many skeptics have on this matter has to do with the appearance. Folks, these units look as good if not better than the real thing. There is no question about that. Most who make these chandeliers are very skilled at what they do and do a really great job. Usually, you can even check out what they look like online before you go ahead and make a purchase.

So, what does all of this information say about reproduction antler products? What this means is that products made from this material are going to be cheaper, lighter, and look just as good as the real deal. If you are serious about getting a chandelier made form antler, then after you do your research, you will find that they usually cost a lot of money. We are not talking about a couple hundred dollars folks, more like thousands. It really depends on how cool you want it to look. You want more cascades of antler – its going to cost you more money. I also believe that, due to the fact that they are lighter, the shipping and handling costs would be much less. I hope you found this information useful, thanks for reading.

Selecting Indoor Lighting

Perry Latham — Mon, 15 Feb 2010 19:53:56 +0000

Selecting indoor lighting can be a very confusing thing. One of the first things that you should consider is the overall decorating theme that you are looking for. This is important so that you can begin to narrow down some of the choices for your room. You should also understand the different functions of some indoor lighting.

There seems to be a different style of light for each area of your home. Often we will use chandelier light in our formal dining room, or even perhaps in our entryway. A chandelier will add that touch of class and elegance that we may be looking for. You can choose from the Crystal traditional chandelier or you can choose from one of the many modern designs. It is important that you select the correct size based on height of your room. You certainly do not want a large chandelier in a small space. To better plan your budget, you should know that the prices would vary depending on your selection. You can expect to spend between $200 to more than $1000 for a new chandelier.

To complete your overall design, there is nothing better than to match wall sconce lighting to your chandelier. This is a great way to provide indirect lighting for any room. You can find many selections that will compliment your chandelier as well as other lighting options. There are some that also use the Crystal design as well as some of the more modern metal designs. You can incorporate the design of your room by using this type of lighting. Sconce lighting prices will also vary depending on the style that you select. You can find some the cost less than $100 and of course, you can find those that are much more expensive.

The important thing about selecting indoor lighting is to determine the location that you need to have lighted. It is important to remember that each kind of lighting may perform a different function. You can find many styles of chandelier and sconce lighting at a variety of home improvement stores as well as those specialty home lighting stores. There are many websites that sell regular or formal lighting fixtures as well. You can take a look at the many designs and prices at a variety of these online stores.

The Origins of the Lamp

Perry Latham — Fri, 12 Feb 2010 01:47:21 +0000

Home lighting began as soon as man learned to make fire and discovered it helped people to see after the sunlight was no longer available. This extended the hours of the day for activity. Gradually man found a need to make this wonderful source of light portable. He learned to make torches and found he could put flammable material in small containers to move about and give light to several smaller areas at once. He learned to add animal and later vegetable oil to the combustible material to get a more efficient lighting system. He became creative with what he burned and what he used to contain the light. The word lamp stems from the Greek word lampas which means torch.

Man learned to create vessels for his light which he made first of shells and stone and later of metal and pottery. At some point he learned that a wick made the oil burn in a more manageable way. Around 400 AD man discovered that using bees wax with a wick made light last longer. Bees wax was not as readily available as tallow, so bees wax was reserved for religious purposes and the common folk had to be content with the less efficient tallow light. Man created elaborate ways of holding candles and reflecting light but the basic system did not change until around 1783 when Ami Argand, a Swiss chemist, added a glass chimney to an oil lamp which in turn resulted in less smoke and a brighter light.

In the early 1800’s William Murdock used gas to heat and light his home in Scotland. At about the same time, Sir Davy Humphry invented the electric arc light which was used to light theaters and street lamps. In the 1820’s gas lighting became popular in England. The Chestnut Theater in Philadelphia first used gas lighting in 1816. The problem of production, storage and metering had been solved by the mid 1800’s and by the 1860’s gas jets with glass chimneys were common in cities in the US. In the 1850’s kerosene was distilled from petroleum found in mines and was used to fuel lamps for a cheap portable source of light.

In 1878 Thomas Edison formed the Edison Electric Light Company with a mission to produce light and heat by means of electricity. In the late 1800’s the Kliegl Brothers founded the American Lighting Manufacturer. Thus began our use of the modern electric lamp and shade. Today we use hundreds of materials to create lights that make use of a magnitude of color and texture. That means that outdoor and indoor lighting are not only functional but also a decorating tool. Lamps and their shades have become an art form in the blown glass of the light extravagances of Dale Chihuly or Tiffany lamps and as simple and utilitarian as our weather resistant outdoor table lamp shades.

A Lampshade For Every Decor

Perry Latham — Sat, 06 Feb 2010 23:52:52 +0000

Lampshades come in many varieties today. They are available in classic, country, funky and any other kind you can think of. There is one out there that can meet just about every taste in design or decor.

For the person with classic tastes you might consider one in silk or linen. A white one with black piping might go well in a room with a black and white theme. If your room has an animal print theme then a sand-colored one with leopard-print piping might make a great statement. A traditional room might look good with something like a cream-colored shade with a scallop edge. Rattan shades would be good here as well. They come in rich colors like chestnut, chocolate brown and honey.

If art deco is more your style you might consider a shade with retro patterns on it like circles and squares in olive green and mustard colors. Another good retro choice is a triangular shaped one in faux leather. A Tiffany-style opalescent shade would go well in any art deco room.

There are many choices for the kids in your life too. There are princess pink shades with crystals dangling from the bottom, funky purple ones with gems, ones that come with polka dots, dinosaurs, stripes and sports gear. There are shades to match every child.

There are also shades to go with specific themes. A shade with hibiscus flowers on it would look good in a tropical room. If the southwest is your thing than a shade with a cactus border would be just the thing. A room with a sailing theme would look nice with a shade that has anchors on it. Themes come in colors as well. A room decorated in jewel tones would be a great place to get a shade in emerald or garnet.

There are many choices of lampshade materials on the market today. They come in cloth, rattan, glass, fiberglass, plastic, bronze and made of mica, just to name a few. Shapes include round, square, rectangle and tubular. So whether your mood is stern, light-hearted, bold, eccentric, funky or playful, there are lampshades out there with your name on them. Using lamps as accent or main home lighting is ideal because unlike many other types of light fixtures, lamps have shades which you can pick and choose from until you find one that matches your decor or own personal taste.

The Beautiful Effects and Functionality of a Light Dimmer Switch

Perry Latham — Tue, 02 Feb 2010 15:24:44 +0000

There was a point in time when having a dimmer switch as the control for your home lighting was something of a luxury because they were not cheap to buy. They were extremely simple devices that allowed you to control the amount of light in a room, which not only saved electricity by reducing output, but also provided a homeowner the option to set the illumination according to the mood they were trying to achieve. A softer, romantic, more comfortable atmosphere could easily be accomplished by simply turning the dimmer button on the switch.

You may still find the old style dimmer switch control using a dial to turn one way to increase the amount of light and the other way to reduce the amount of light. Technology has advanced even with the dimmer switch though. Today you can purchase a switch that can control the lighting by simply using a remote to change the lighting illuminaiton. Having a remote light switch means you can easily adjust the amount of light in the room without having to get up out of your seat. A very useful convenience especially if you have any mobility restraints or find it harder to get around these days. Imagine how nice it would be to move from room to room and easily control the lights without continually getting up to adjust the lighting to suit the mood. Especially in the living room where you may sit down to read the newspaper or a good book and then decide you want to watch a movie. Usually you would have to get up and turn off the lights completely, but with a dimmer switch you can turn the lights up or down to the desired amount and according to the task you wish to accomplish.

Before you purchase any of the many styles of light switches you will need to make sure that you are buying a switch that will meet all of your needs. If you have simple needs then you can purchase the basic most affordable option available, but make sure to visit a few online retailers to see the various styles available. You may find there are more options available in your budget range. You definitely don’t want to go purchase a dimmer switch blindly. Make sure you do some research to get reviews on the types of switches that are available and able to fit your budget as well as the function of a room.

Drum Lamp Shades in Designer Patterns

Perry Latham — Wed, 27 Jan 2010 20:49:05 +0000

Drum lamp shades are the latest trend in lamp shades. They suit our need for simple styles in modern interior home design and they are relatively cheap to manufacture so they suit modest budgets as well. Not only that, these lamp shades are available in all kinds of sizes, colors and patterns, enough to suit every budding interior designer’s requirements.

Most of us are a little afraid of patterns in our interiors and we tend to go for plain colors. It is true, plain colors are easier to match and from that point of view they are very safe but they can also be a little boring if you have too many plain colors in one place.

The lamp shade is a simple place to inject a bit of fun while also adding some patterns to your home interior. All you need to do is make sure that one or two of the colors in the actual shade design match the color scheme of a room. You should also limit the amount of different patterns in your room. If your room already has too many other patterns then it is definitely best to go with a plain simple shade.

You can add a pattern by choosing a ready-made patterned lamp shade which you should have no problem finding many different designs from classic tartan patterns to fun shades covered in cartoon animals meant for kids rooms. If you can’t find exactly what you want you can also cover a plain shade with paper or fabric to get the kind of design or pattern you specifically want. A shade of cylinder shape is the easiest type to cover since you can easily cut paper or cloth to the right length and width but make sure you leave a small overlap at the join for the adhesive.

You can also add some fun to a room with textures and you will find that lamp shades also come in interesting materials such as wicker and flax which have an in-built texture as well as shades that have a cut out design which project interesting patterns of light within your room. A shade like this can create an attractive lighting effect that will can bring more illumination in a room thus also improving your home lighting as well.

Chandeliers Offer Endless Home Lighting Possibilities

Perry Latham — Fri, 13 Nov 2009 04:08:17 +0000

Replacing or installing light fixtures in a home can easily become an overwhelming task because there are so many varieties to choose from. The possibilities are just about endless especially when you are looking for a decorative light fixture. Many home lighting fixtures that were once intended for installation in specific rooms of a home are now being used as decorative art in other less important rooms. For example, chandeliers were once a necessary fixture in formal living spaces especially dining rooms and entryways. Modern design is recommending chandelier lighting for just about any room in a home. Today’s chandelier designers are creating pieces that are more elegant and beautiful in both design and materials. The addition of an attractive and unique light fixture can in itself become a major focal feature in any room of a home including bathrooms, kitchens, and even bedrooms.

When choosing the shape and style of chandeliers, lighting fixtures, and other fixtures for a room, it is highly important to remain consistent with the architectural and decorative aspects of each specific room. Does the trim work have a specific design? How are the windows, doors, and entryways shaped? Do the floors contain a certain pattern? Many aspects must be taken into consideration but none are as important as the overall size of a room. A focal light fixture should be proportioned accordingly so that it does not appear too large or too small when centered in a room. Modern designers recommend that for every foot of width in a room, the light fixture should be two inches in diameter. For instance, a crystal chandelier that is 24 inches in diameter is proportionate to a room that is 12 feet wide.

Proper positioning of a light fixture is also very important to its functionality and effectiveness. For example, if a chandelier is to go in a dining room, make sure it is centered over the dining room table even if the table is not centered in the room. Designers recommend that you install the fixture so that it hangs approximately 30 inches above the dining room table. In other parts of your home, the height doesn’t really matter as long as it is high enough so that no one can get hurt from running into it. It is also important to remember that a light fixture should work and fit in well with your home’s design scheme and not the other way around. Never purchase items on impulse or because of the way something looks in a store because many times you will find that it doesn’t necessarily mean it will look the same in your home. Some materials are a little easier to make fit or blend in even into a specific design scheme. For example, modern crystal chandeliers come in all kinds of unique and elegant shapes, styles, and even finishes. The time you spend making small but good considerations is well worth the impact that a decorative light fixture can bring into any room of your home.

Home Lighting Fixtures – Available Types, Styles, and Installations

Perry Latham — Wed, 04 Nov 2009 01:03:07 +0000

Home lighting fixtures are intended to provide ample illumination within the home. Lighting for the home comes in all kinds of shapes, sizes, materials, and installations. Ceiling lights can be recessed, hanging, or flush. Wall lighting can come in the form of sconces or track lighting. Lighting from bellow is another alternative that works very well for stairways and hallways. The possibilities are quite endless with a mixture of regular and low voltage fixtures to choose from. LED home lighting is the term used for low voltage fixtures which only use a fraction of the energy that regular light fixtures consume. When creating a home lighting design, it is very important to maintain focus on the overall illumination and function of each fixture. Invest in fixtures that have multiple installation options so you can use them throughout the interior of the home for various purposes.

Adding or changing the lighting fixtures within a home can completely change the mood or atmosphere within each room. Lighting is a part of home design that can make a large impact for a relatively small investment. Proper lighting fixtures can be used to highlight the most beautiful aspects of your home’s interior design. Wall art, plants, architectural elements, and other attractive items can easily be brought into focus. Light fixtures can be installed with the help of a dimmer so illumination can be adjusted depending on the need. Dimmers alone can save you and your family quite a bit of energy because the lights are only turned up when needed. Low voltage lights that are combined with dimmers can substantially reduce your home’s energy consumption.

Low voltage lighting fixtures for home use are quite attractive in design and the fixtures alone can be used as decorative elements. Begin by forming a plan to determine where lighting is needed and what style of fixtures will best fit the décor and function of the space. Bathroom and kitchen lighting is a bit different from the rest of the home because task lighting is needed to promote productivity. Discount home lighting stores is a great place to begin shopping because such stores typically carry the largest selection of light fixtures available on the market today. The market is full of choices when it comes to interior lighting materials, illumination, installation, energy efficiency, and overall appearance. Always shop according to your plan or design but use this opportunity to also add a little bit of style and elegance in each part of your home. Chandeliers, sconces, and even flush light fixtures can be quite attractive and easily incorporated into any home design.