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antique lightingLearn About Antique Lighting
Knowing all about lighting accessories is something that a lot of people dont think that they need. When you know more about your lighting options, and what you have to consider for lighting, you are able to make better choices for your home. That is why you should know more about antique lighting. Antique lighting is not something you see in many homes today. Most people that do have working antique fixtures in their home have had them converted from gas lighting to electric fixtures. This is because gas is not a normal source for providing light in homes anymore. Most of the antique lighting that you see today was at one time or another operated by gas. Many people used gas as a source for having light in their homes. The few antique light fixtures that did use electricity required a very low wattage light bulb. Usually a 25-watt bulb or less. At the time the light fixtures were not made to handle high wattage bulbs, and probably would have blown the bulb or caught fire if a higher wattage bulb was used. Antique lighting fixtures are still around and available for sale from many antique dealers across the country. If you are interested in these antique beauties, you might enjoy going around to your local antique dealers to see if any of them have antique fixtures for sale. Of course keep in mind, the older the antiques, the higher the price you will pay, especially for one that is near original condition. Although, finding a perfect antique fixture may prove to be a bit challenge, finding one that is in need of TLC might be a little easier.... Page 2: Learn About Antique Lighting Related Articles
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