Friday, November 25, 2011

Vintage Lamps - Lamping It Up

!±8± Vintage Lamps - Lamping It Up

Vintage lamps are very popular and are widely used in modern interior design. They can offer something a little different from the mass produced items available in stores. They are also ideal if you would like something unique but can't afford modern designer prices. Vintage lamps can be very beautiful and also have the benefit of being a lesser price than the higher end antique lamps.

Using Vintage Lamps in Home Designs.

Vintage lamps have two main functions. Firstly they are practical sources of light for your home that can be used to create soft and cosy lighting effects. Secondly vintage lamps can offer a stunning decorative feature for your interior. There are many different styles and designs of lamps available which can provide centrepieces and design highlights. There will be plenty of choice available and you should be able to find a number of suitable lamps in your price range.

What are Vintage Lamps?

A lamp is considered to be vintage if it is anywhere between 40 and 80 years old. Antique lamps, by contrast, must be a minimum of 100 years old. It can be difficult dating vintage lamps and prices can vary dramatically depending on factors such as:

• Designer
• Age
• Rarity
• Condition
• Colour and Pattern
• Aesthetic Value

Art Deco Lamps.

There are several very important design genres when it comes to vintage lamps. Perhaps the best known is Art Deco. This was a very popular period in design history (from 1920's through to the 1930's) and remains very collectible to this day. Art Deco lamps in mint condition can fetch good prices at auction and in dealer's shops. The popularity of Art Deco pieces has ensured that prices have remained stable for the last few years. This means that buying Art Deco lamps for your home will not only provide you with a great decorative feature but will also be an investment for the future.

The Art Deco style is very much about clean, flowing lines and bold stylistic statements. Marble, dark wood and brass are commonly used in these lamp designs and popular colours are red, gold, black and white. The Art Deco style is very distinctive but has also has a classic feel which makes it very easy to incorporate into other design schemes. This means that lamps from this period can fit well into many different types of interiors from traditional family homes through to ultra-modern city apartments.

Anglepoise - Mad Men and English Men.

Although it is not as well-known as Art Deco another important vintage lamp design is Anglepoise. This style of lamp has been referred to as a design 'icon' which exemplifies the ingenuity and production excellence of a British designer.

The Anglepoise lamp was designed in 1932 by George Carwardine. These lamps are such a familiar shape that many may find it strange to think they are now highly collectible. As with many fashionable designs their popularity waned after a few years. During the 1980's and 1990's many were discarded because they were seen merely as 'old or 'used'. However the quality and integrity of the design has ensured that Anglepoise lamps have made the successful transition from old to vintage. Authentic designs in good condition now change hands for hundreds of dollars and are enjoying something of a renaissance.

When it comes to buying and selling Anglepoise lamps authenticity is very important. Many vintage lamps are restored back to their original condition or given extra polish with a shiny chrome finish. However it seems collectors are much more interested in lamps that show their age and history. Here are some essential buying tips if you are thinking of investing in Anglepoise Lamps:

• Authentic Shades - these lamps were originally produced in black, cream, red and canary yellow. The authentic shades are more collectible and they should still have the original rough 'stone enamel' finish.

• Springs - the springs that allow the lamp to rotate can rust over time. This will prevent lamps moving properly. Check that the springs are original and free from rust before you buy.

• Generic Name - lamps that use a similar design to the original Anglepoise are often referred to under the same name. You will have to be careful to make sure you are buying an original and authentic Anglepoise lamp.

• Top Buys - currently the most sought after of all the designs from Anglepoise are the 1934 '1227' series. These have a slightly larger shade than the original design and a three-tiered base. A mint condition 1227 series lamp can cost several hundred dollars and one in rough condition can still sell for around 0.

Vintage lamps can offer an affordable way to bring design excellence into your home. The classic lines and varied design appeal can provide you some very special features and centrepieces for your interior designs.


Vintage Lamps - Lamping It Up

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Monday, November 21, 2011

Helpful Tips For Choosing the Best Replacement Shades For Your Lamp

!±8± Helpful Tips For Choosing the Best Replacement Shades For Your Lamp

Do you have lamps in your apartment, condo, or house? In all probability you do. Lamps are usually scattered throughout our homes. We put them in the living room. We put them in the basement. We put them in the dining room, bedrooms, and hallways.

Love for lamps - Both in form and function, lamps provide the ideal lighting for our homes. Lamps and lampshades are available in a variety of materials, designs, and colors. They also provide easy-on-the-eyes lighting that is perfect when we just need enough illumination to read a book or watch TV.

Stones, lampas, and decor

Today's modular, energy lamps have evolved quite a bit since the first lamps. Humans invented lamps around roughly 70,000 BC. Natural objects such as shells or rocks were hollowed out, filled with moss (or a comparable material), drenched with animal fat, and then lit.

Throughout time, lamp technology continued to improve. Humans used materials such as metal and pottery, to imitate shapes that appeared in nature. Within time, wicks were added to better manage the rate at which the lamps burned. The word "lamp" itself originates from the Greek word "lampas" meaning "torch." This is somewhat ironic, as the Greeks' terra cotta lamps actually replaced crude handheld torches. As time progressed, technology improved the mechanics, design, and fuels of lamps.

Today, lamps have become a vital part of any room's decor. While the lamp base serves as the essence of the lamp, the lampshade's importance ranks as a close second. Whether you need to match up the lamp with a floral theme or a rainbow of colors, replacement lampshades such as lily replacement shades allow you to match up the shade, with the decorum of the entire room.

Lampshades for lamp bases

Is there no "miracle" method for replacing your lampshades? Of course, the shade could conceal the operational hardware of the lamp, and reveal the owner's style and preference. However, you can still follow some basic guidelines to match up the shade's style with the style of the lamp, and allow for the shade to look proportional to the base of the lamp.

Keep in mind that replacement shades do not have to perfectly match up with lamps. In fact, changing the lampshade can change the appearance of the lamp, including its shape and size. It can also spice up the lamp's appearance, making an antique lamp look chic. When choosing the lampshade, have fun and go out on a limb!

However, a lampshade's shape remains one of the most important features. Here are some guidelines to follow:
The lampshade should flow with the curves of the lamp base. For example, a curvy or round base should be matched with a founded shade. Shapes, such as a glass replacement shade, impact style: 1) Bell shades are flexible with various decors 2) Fluted shades represent style 3) Scallops create a relaxed feeling. 4) And pleats tend to be more casual. Consider the placement of the lamp, when selecting the lampshade's shape. For instance, if the lamp is situated in a place with limited space, then consider an oblong style, such as oval or rectangular.


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Friday, November 11, 2011

Kenroy Home Wright CollectionTable Lamp

!±8± Kenroy Home Wright CollectionTable Lamp

Brand : Kenroy Home | Rate : | Price : $77.81
Post Date : Nov 11, 2011 21:00:19 | Usually ships in 24 hours

"For over 50 years, the Kenroy brand has been synonymous with refined design, quality and value. Kenroy Home design and lighting professionals seek regional and global inspiration, as a prelude to the creation of innovative and custom product ideas that enhance your environment.Look to Kenroy Home for the finest in décor, performance and value. We hope that you'll enjoy reviewing our proven products and latest offerings, and come to share in the belief of our philosophy that's ALL TOGETHER BETTER."

  • Table lamp with glass shade
  • For desk, table or night stand
  • Asian-inspired theme with oil-rubbed bronze finish and ringed, amber globe
  • 6-Inch painted globes; requires 1 100-Watt medium base bulb
  • 1-year warranty; 24 by 7-Inch (height by diameter)

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Monday, November 7, 2011

Lite Source LS-81190PS/FRO Tocco Torchiere Lamp, Polished Steel with Semi Frosted Glass Shade

!±8± Lite Source LS-81190PS/FRO Tocco Torchiere Lamp, Polished Steel with Semi Frosted Glass Shade

Brand : Lite Source | Rate : | Price : $108.95
Post Date : Nov 07, 2011 03:32:24 | Usually ships in 24 hours

Invite illumination and modern style to a room with this slim profile, frosted glass torchiere lamp design. This torchiere features a unique frosted glass shade, touch control switch in a polished silver finish. A sleek accent to any contemporary decor. By Lite Source. Polished silver finish. Touch control. Takes one 50 watt halogen bulb. 66 1/4" high. Shade 7 1/2" high, 3 3/4" wide.

  • Lite Source Torchiere Lamp with Polished Steel body, from the Tocco Collection
  • Semi Frosted Glass Shade
  • Shade Dimensions: 3.75-Inch top x 7.5-Inch height
  • Lamp dimensions: 66.25-Inch x 9-Inch x 9-Inch
  • Requires 1 x 50 Watt BI-STEM-socket GU10-type bulb (not included)

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Tuesday, November 1, 2011

Adesso Luna Arc Lamp, Satin Steel

!±8± Adesso Luna Arc Lamp, Satin Steel

Brand : Adesso | Rate : | Price : $229.00
Post Date : Nov 01, 2011 10:19:04 | Usually ships in 24 hours

Five white milk glass shades suspended from curved poles each adjust vertically. Arc poles adjust horizontally. Satin steel finish with white/gray marble round base. Full range dimmer switch on pole. 5 x 40 Watt candelabra bulbs (included). 86" Height (Lowest shade: 63" Height), 56" Maximum depth. Base: 13.5" Diameter. Shades: 3" Height, 5.25" Diameter.

  • Floor lamp with 5 adjustable lights for elegant, contemporary lighting
  • Shades adjust vertically; poles extend horizontally in long arcs
  • Satin steel finish on pole; white-gray marble base; white milk glass shades
  • Dimmer switch on pole; takes 40-watt candelabra-base bulbs, 5 included
  • From 63 to 86 inches high; 56 inches maximum in depth; 5-1/4-inch shades

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