Originally, lamps could be carried or hung from ceilings singly or in clusters. The pendant hanging lamps were originally hanging clay fat lamps as well as suspended clay oil lamps that were soon followed by vase lamps. Modern day hanging lamps can be shaped into different forms and. may remind us strongly of the past or be simple and futuristic… (more…)
Monthly Archives: December 2011
Projector Lamp: For The Big Screen Experience
Projector lamps change the way we view television, movies or even presentations. We use projector lamps to project an image onto a screen, usually a much bigger screen than you would have on a normal TV. For this reason, people who have ever watched anything using a projector lamp have a hard time going back to watching a normal television… (more…)
Positioning Your Lamps for Maximum Effect
When you are organizing your space, be it your living or working space, you should give a lot of thought as to where you are going to place your lamps. The position of your lamps can easily alter the way you feel about your room. The correct position can improve productivity and mood and the correct position can even make… (more…)
History of the Oil Lamp
Oil lamps have been a part of human life since earliest times and have lit our way through most of history. Even today they are still used in many parts of the world and many have retained their simplest form. It is quite probable that the first oil lamp was nothing more than a small crude clay vessel or bowl… (more…)
The Difference Between a Real & Reproduction Tiffany Lamp
For over a century the Tiffany lamp has been a key feature in home décor and Louis Comfort Tiffany could never have imagined that the Tiffany lamp would become his most famous and enduring contribution to art and home décor. Born the son of a famous New York jeweler in 1848, Tiffany was a major creative influence in the Art… (more…)
What is a Crystal Lamp?
The best thing about a crystal lamp is the various shapes and sizes in which they are available as well as the decorative value they can add to the home. Whether your décor calls for tall and slender or short and rounded there will be a crystal lamp that can fit your decorations. For small tables adding an urn-shaped crystal… (more…)
Tips for Buying a Reading Lamp
Reading lamps are meant for exactly what they insinuate: reading but, there are so many types that at times it is very hard to choose one that will fit the right place and serve the purpose precisely. Here are a few guidelines that I hope will help you next time you are looking for a reading lamp. A Reading Lamp… (more…)
Choosing A Stylish Piano Lamp
Music lovers down through the ages have always thrilled to the sounds of a beautifully composed musical piece performed on a piano by a talented musical artist. Piano music has always been synonymous with culture and elegance. In fact, it has been noted that some homes will even have a beautiful piano placed simply to give the perception of sophistication… (more…)
Kids Lamps – Brighten Your Child’s Room
There is need for kids to be brought together with the help of extraordinary furniture as well as accessories and help them become more creative as well as inspire them to make their rooms a little extra special. One can certainly liven up a child’s room with lamps such as an olive kid’s lamp, which could be hand-painted and, be… (more…)
Facts About Motion Lamps
As a means to provide safety and security while saving energy costs, the motion lamp fills many lighting voids for businesses and residential areas. Designed to turn on a light when motion is detected, a motion lamp can also be a distraction for some. As a safety measure, a motion lamp can be installed in areas around the home where… (more…)
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