Chinese Lanterns
The light that emanates from a
Chinese lantern is justly famous, because it provides a
soft, diffused light in every direction at the same
time. There aren't many other types of lamp that can
produce that quality of light. It's for this reason that
cinematographers have used Chinese lanterns in
filmmaking for many decades. Even today they are widely
used, when a soft light source is required and is needed
quickly.
Chinese Lantern Problems
However, the obvious problem with
Chinese lanterns is that they're made of paper. And, as
I'm sure you know, paper burns very easily. Essentially,
with a Chinese lantern, you're placing a 250-watt lamp
inside a paper bag. It doesn't take much to realize just
how dangerous that is. The question is, how to get the
wonderful light effect of a Chinese lantern, without
setting your house on fire?
The other problem with Chinese lanterns is that they're
rather flimsy. This means they got torn and damaged very
easily. So this is another problem that needs to be
overcome if you're going to use Chinese lanterns
effectively in your decor.
Solving the Chinese Lantern
Problems
The obvious solution is to make your Chinese lanterns
from something other than paper. By doing this, you make
your lanterns safer and also improve their durability.
One option is to use foolproof fabric. Combine that with
a light post globe and a standard lamp head, and with a
few handyman skills you can make your own Chinese
lantern in only a few hours. It's important to make sure
you only use electrically safe parts, and always avoid
using a high wattage globe.
Of course, if the whole idea of getting out the tools
and making your own Chinese lantern doesn't appeal, you
can buy them! If you want something more durable than a
paper lantern, check out stores that supply lighting for
photographers and cinematographers. It's highly likely
that they'll have Chinese lantern style lights
available. But be warned - Chinese lantern lighting in
more durable materials doesn't come cheap.
If you have kids, it can also be a fun craft activity
for them to make paper Chinese lanterns for decorative
purposes only. They're simple to make, and if you use
lots of colorful paper, can be a great way to cheer up a
room for a party. Kids love them.
Ideal for Home Decor
One of the biggest attractions of
Chinese lanterns is that they spread their diffuse light
over a wide area. However, in some situations you may
prefer to reduce the areas the light reaches. To achieve
this result, you can either attach some material to the
arm holding the lantern, or drape flame retardant
material around the lantern on the sides where you don't
want any light spill. Use Velcro pads if you think you
might want to remove the shield later.
When it comes to providing attractive lighting for your
home, it's hard to best Chinese lanterns. They're both
aesthetically pleasing and also provide a soothing, soft
light. Once you overcome the basic problem of using
paper to make the lanterns, you'll be able to enjoy
these attractive additions to your home.
|
1.
Candle Lanterns for Outdoor and Indoor Use All About Candles - Home / Candle Lanterns September 3, 2005 By Alia Kube Candle Lanterns for outdoor and indoor use Most commonly when people think of ...
http://www.all-about-cand ...t/candle_lanterns.htm |
2. Antique Pair of Danish Candle Lanterns
Request More Info Printable Page Email This Item to a Friend Lighting > 56-52 << Back Pair of Danish Candle Lanterns Pair of large Danish candle lanterns, c.1880, of tin and glass. These ...
http://www.cupboardsandroses.com/items/150.php |
3. Aspen Country - Candle Lamps with Shades, Decorative Candle Lanterns, 60s Re...
... Candles " Votive Candle Holders " Hanging Candle Chandeliers " Oil Lamps with Wicks " Candle Lamps & Lanterns " Hurricane Candle Holders " Taper Candle Holders, Candlesticks for Tapers " Pillar ...
http://www.aspencountry.c ...p=1&ref_uid=&ref_sid= |
4. China (Mainland) Candle Lanterns ( Candle Holders )
... Products (15) Selling Leads (26) About Us Company Profile Yangzhou Hurricane Lanterns Co Ltd Candle Lanterns ( Candle Holders ) 0){var joinstr='&';}window.location.href=window.location.href+joinstr ...
http://www.alibaba.com/ca ..._Candle_Holders_.html |
5. Battery Operated Candle Lights, Battery Operated Candle Light Lanterns, Para...
Find Do-It-Yourself Kits For: Battery Operated Candle Light Lanterns, Paradise Battery Operated Candle Lights, Candle Lanterns. ï HOME----ï PRICING----ï REVIEWS----ï SHIPPING INFO----ï CONTACT US ...
http://www.gazebos-and-ga ...ry-candle-lights.html |
6. Candle Lanterns at Glasswindchimesart.Com
Candle Lanterns at Glasswindchimesart.Com Links candle lanterns chimes chime garden drift wood garden bells garden lanterns garden wind chimes glass wind chimes gong key west lanterns musical bells ...
http://www.glasswindchime ...m/CANDLE-LANTERNS.htm |
7. Keresas Gifts and CollectiblesGifts and Collectibles
Top ª Catalog ª Candle Lanterns Links| My Account | Cart Contents | Checkout Categories Gifts for Her Body and Bath Decorative Glass Inspirational Gifts Christmas Decor Halloween Decor Cartoon Art ...
http://www.keresas.com/index.php?cPath=31 |
8. LANTERNS - Candle & Electric
LANTERNS - Candle & Electric Lanterns using candles as fuel. Item No. Item Name/Price Description Item Picture lan-1 Colonial Lantern This style of lamp was typical in the early colonial days. This ...
http://www.backwoodstin.com/cat4.htm |
9. Candles - Candle Lanterns
... Enter email: Home | Articles | Submit Article | Newsletter Subscribe | Directory | Advertise Here | Add URL Home Articles Resources Add Site Candle Lanterns Air Fresheners Archipelago Candles ...
http://www.findcandles.com/candlelanterns/ |
10. Great Outdoors Depot : Candle Lanterns and other Outdoor Gear
... Mountaineering Gear Optics Rock Climbing Gear Tools Tents Travel Water Sports Shop By Brand Candle Lanterns Review Candle Lanterns UCO Candle Lanterns Clean-burning candles stay lit for 9 hours Spring ...
http://www.candlelanterns.net/ |
11. Interior Candle Lanterns Items
... 3.99 Pumpkin Hanging Candle lanterns *NEW* by Home Interiors $9.99 HOME INTERIOR#92086 JACK-O-LANTERN CANDLE HOLDERS NIB $6.00 Home Interiors Autumn Bear Candle Lantern Tin HOMCO $9.99 Home Interiors ...
http://www.galerianavegan ...orcandlelanterns.html |
12. Caving-Equipment.com/Caving-Lanterns
... Brunton Folding Butane Lantern : Snow Peak GigaPower Auto ignition Lantern Candle & Electric Caving Lanterns : Brunton Glorb LED Lantern : Brunton Lamplight - Extendible LED Flashlight : UCO ...
http://www.all-rock-climb ...om/Caving-Lantern.htm |
13. Lanterns - Online Gift Store
... Water Globes Weather Vanes Windchimes Wreaths and Arches In association with Home > Candle Holders > Lanterns Lanterns Alabaster Buddha Bamboo Lantern Brass / Ships Cargo Lantern Garden Candle ...
http://www.fanniemaesgift ...dle-holders/lanterns/ |
14. Candle Lanterns : Hometown Scent~sations,Scented candles,Gift Ideas,Candle P...
... Home ª Candle Holders ª Candle Lanterns Products Scented candles Jar Candles Triple Scented Jar Candles Tarts Candle Tins Outdoor Candles Candle Holders > Candle Lanterns Candle Lamps Tea Light ...
http://www.hometownscents ...index.php?cPath=24_27 |
15. Garden Party
Episode 425 - Garden Party Candle Lanterns Listen up all you garden enthusiasts! I have a great project that will bring a bit of light into your life: garden-lanterns. Supplies: vellum paper (any ...
http://www.savoirfaire.ca ...ve/4_recipe_25.4.html |
|
