Monday, November 1, 2010

Lamps Can Be Made By Just About Anyone

In the world of electric lights we all know basically how
they work. Everyday objects are fixed together and some
lamp parts attached to make a decorative fixture that we can
use just about anywhere. Getting lamp supplies then is
important if we want to carry on this hobby, or update our
homes, to full effect.

All it takes is a little bit of ingenuity to turn event the
most mundane of objects into something that can be admired.
In fact, reusing something is the greenest thing we can do
these days hence the popularity of this great art. Indeed,
putting something together by hand and presenting it as a
gift is a wonderful way to show people how much they are
loved and appreciated. They will certainly think more of it
because it was made with them in mind.

There are many outlets that can provide all the bits and
pieces needed to make up a new fixture. Bases in many
different designs is obviously the place to start but this
could be home made too. Empty wine bottles also make good
bases as long as they are weighted properly but for
something a little more professional looking, try getting a
cast design in solid metal or brass to form the basis of the
piece.

On top of this could go the decorative part, which could be
a piece of turned wood or some wonderful marble balls that
has had holes drilled through the center piece? This allows
for the cord to be run through the piece to the fitting at
the top which holds the bulb and shade.

If the base is to be glass or see through material, try
filling with different colored sand or some marbles to add
some weight. This also looks good and can be changed every
now and then to match in with the changing dcor of the room.
Whatever it is, it is imperative to make sure that the shade
used on top is the right size and that the whole thing sits
comfortably wherever it is to be situated.

Although this is a fun hobby, and very creative come to
that, it is important to not the safety features that must
be adhered to. All electrical parts must come from bona
fide outlets who can guarantee the safety aspect. Indeed,
sites which sell this equipment should be licensed to do so
and they must surely source their goods from serious
suppliers.

It is all very well going for cheap imports but these are
often very dangerous and could give someone a shock, or
worse, if they are not up to par. This is particularly
important where children are concerned since they often
touch things that look good to them without a thought to
safety.

Finally, checking online for providers of all the
paraphernalia for this style of hobby is a great thing to
do. Most sites have testimonials these days so looking at
these, and their content, should clear up any misgivings
about the safety of what they sell.

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