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. Jasmine Pearl Tea Uk - Decorating Oyur Home , Creating Window Treatments Onl...
... Jasmine pearl tea uk Policy Jasmine pearl tea uk the ?Domain Names .In particular ,with USAID's ... ... clocks Howard Miller Clock Americana decor Candle In The Wind Halloween decor Advertising clock ...
http://beyond-fitness-per ...ine-pearl-tea-uk.html |
2. How does solar energy work
... addiction alcohol ford galaxie 500 1961 cadillac fleetwood business directory pool tables uk candle lanterns danskin tights hvac louis vitton handbags 1969 camaro parts evening gown motorola v300 ...
http://how-does-solar-energy-work.wf-recycling.nl/ |
3. Magic lantern economy
http://magic-lantern-economy.cap.bialowieza.pl/
|
4. Picture of the Green Lantern
... electric outdoor lantern railway lanterns uk green lantern pics coleman lantern 286-700 paper ... ... Lantern Paper Lanterns DIETZ OIL LANTERN free jack o lantern patterns Candle Lantern Lantern ...
http://picture-of-the-gre ...down.starachowice.pl/ |
5. Lantern dietz vesta globe
... lantern animated snow peak lantern igniter 50 cent green lantern lantern uk candle lantern stained glass hanging lanterns outdoor lanterns buggy lantern japanese lantern glass lantern Japanese snow ...
http://lantern-dietz-vesta-globe.adjust.ustka.pl/ |
6. Lantern string of lights
... a Lantern Buy Green Lantern Ring green lantern costume Hanging Lanterns Candle Holders outdoor lanterns ship lanterns lantern uk decorative lantern street lantern antique coleman lantern parts lantern ...
http://lantern-string-of-lights.uusb.ilawa.pl/ |
7. crafts make candle holders
... Tropical Candle Holders Wholesale Candle Holders Uk Glass Star Candle Holders Cylinder Candle ... ... Tall Candle Holders Making Candle Holders Out Of Wire Hanging Lanterns Candle Holders Bottle Candle ...
http://www.info-candle-ho ...ke-candle-holders.php |
8.
... Lantern Gallery coleman lantern stand railway lanterns uk camping lanterns golden age green lantern white lamp post lanterns Outdoor Candle Lanterns japanese lanterns Superman Green Lantern Lantern ...
http://japanese-lanterns- ...ns.cap.bialowieza.pl/ |
9. Ancientmoods's help links -Chinese Clothing, Chinese Dress, Cheongsam, Qipao
... & Ashtray Cushion Covers Ornaments Lanterns & Candle Holders Clocks Chinese Gifts & Art Grafts ... ... Discounted Baby, Toddler and Children's Clothing UK - Wedding Flowers Baby, Beauty, Candy, Cologne ...
http://www.ancientmoods.c ...moods_links_help.html |
10. Other Products
... Signs, Stone Toadstools, Stone Lanterns and Candle Lanterns. Signs Topiary Pig Stone Toadstools Cat ... ... me be of interest to you. www.nationaltrust.org.uk www.english-heritage.org.uk Andrew Crace, Bourne ...
http://www.andrewcrace.co.uk/other_products.htm |
11. Wine - Sweet Wine
... wooden wine bottles, french and antique wine labels, wine label candle lanterns, ... Home Winemaking - Making wine at home. A UK site dedicated to home wine making enthusiasts, giving advice ...
http://wine.search4buzz.com/sweetwine/ |
12. Chinese lantern patterns moon festival
... GE lantern Silk Lanterns DJ Green Lantern Table Top Shoji Votive Candle Lanterns military lanterns electrical external lanterns uk jack o lantern pillow electric lantern L.E.D. Innovage outdoor ...
http://chinese-lantern-pa ...ival.dvdrt.slupsk.pl/ |
13. circle of friend candle holder
... Wholesale Votive Candle Holders Seville Candle Holder Wholesale Candle Holders Uk Tin Can Candle Holders Hanging Lanterns Candle Holders Holder Candle Glass Votive Signup for the monthly newsletter ...
http://www.best-candlehol ...andleholder/index.php |
14. Japanese lanterns%2C stone japanese stone lanterns
... magic lantern books GARDEN OIL LANTERN wall lantern Hanging Lanterns Candle Holders DJ Green Lantern electrical external lanterns uk green lantern wallpaper How to Make a Paper Japanese Lantern Free ...
http://japanese-lanterns- ...ns.lock.wodzislaw.pl/ |
15. Lycos - Offers in 'Art & Deco,Candles & Candleholders'
... Shops Our choice of the finest shops in the UK online shopping world. Browse through the entire ... ... candles tealight candles taper candles candle lanterns swarovski angel outdoor candle ...
http://shopping.lycos.co. ...dleholders.html?shm=1 |
16. Railroad lantern
... Lanterns oriental outdoor lawn lantern photos Japanese Lantern Plant wall candle lantern electrical external lanterns uk copper candle lanterns antique coleman lantern parts batteries 6 volt ...
http://railroad-lantern.down.starachowice.pl/ |
17. Candle Lanterns
Welcome to the UK's Largest On-Line Catalogue of Candles and Candle Holders The Candle Supply Company Ltd Wholesale Candle Suppliers Candle Lanterns HOME HOLDERS; Candle Plates Dinner Candle Holders ...
http://www.candlesupply.co.uk/candle_lanterns.htm |
18. Candle Holders & Lanterns
... Candle Holders & Lanterns Delivery 3 days Click images ... 15.00 P&P: FREE Mango Wood candle Holder more info £15.00 P&P ... Last up-dated 05-May-2006 - Leeds - West Yorkshire - England - UK
http://www.asiadragon.co. ...w_category.php?cat=50 |
|
