Hurricane Lamps
Hurricane lamps are a decorative type of accent light that grew out of a functional light source. With the tall glass of hurricane lamp globes to protect candles or oil wicks from high winds, these lamps have grown into an accent piece that has one of the most versatile styles. The glass of a hurricane lamp shade can be a number of straight or flamboyant shapes and can be anything from clear to frosted or even a beautiful mosaic of colored glass and beads. A Waterford crystal candle hurricane lamp is a perfect example of how beautiful a hurricane lamp can be.
When choosing a hurricane lamp, there are also several varieties to choose from. A candle hurricane lamp can be a wonderful accent, while electric hurricane lamps can be wonderful yet a wholly functional accent used regularly, providing ambient light throughout the home. Of all the types, clear glass hurricane oil lamps are perhaps one of the most traditional and recognized pieces. Some lamps, for the purpose of decoration, come with a base or metal accents that can range from shiny silver to powder coated aluminum frames. At times they are also made of delicately painted porcelain, making the lamp even more unique.
As beautiful as they can be, there are types of hurricane lamps that still work quite well as an emergency lighting option. Using the type that has a cloth wick and paraffin is brighter and longer lasting than a mere candle. Their design is simple enough to easily light the wick and once it is lit no amount of wind can blow it out thanks to the glass cover. At the end of its use, it can still be a decorative piece, thanks to its rustic design.
There are a few types of lamps that fit the term ‘functional elegance’ as this lighting option does. Hurricane table lamps look fantastic both inside the home and even outside on the patio. It can then be used to create a wonderful ambience of outdoor lighting. Hurricane lamps on a wedding table add sensuous lines and beauty not to mention it declares a standard of style and class. With Victorian hurricane lamps placed on every table, an unforgettable theme can be created; or instead of a Victorian hurricane lamp, the look can be changed with the help of hurricane lamp replacement glass to create any style one desires. This is just one of several things that make hurricane lamps one of the best choices in accent lighting solutions.
