A decorative lantern with festive decorations can change the atmosphere of any room. These lanterns have a very low wattage, so the dimly lit lamp will increase the ambience while providing you with the beauty of the Far East. There are many types of lanterns to choose from in hundreds of styles.
Materials Used
A decorative lantern is usually very delicate since it is made from paper but there are also decorative metal garden lanterns that you can use to brighten the outdoors. Metal lanterns often use a candle for lighting while paper lanterns use a traditional light bulb. Some of the most common styles of decorative lanterns include the following:
- Metal lanterns that hang on a hook in the garden. These types of lamps can be used anywhere in the outdoors, including on patios and decks for lighting and to create a romantic, relaxing atmosphere.
- Small and large sized lanterns look great as a table centerpiece or as a part of your home décor. These lanterns are made from a combination of glass and metal and use a tea light candle for lighting.
- A Moroccan styled lantern is often made with highly decorative metal in darker colored metal and colored glass combinations. These lanterns can be hung in the garden or used as part of your home décor. Look for a small metal ring on the top of the lantern that indicates it is to be used as a hanging lantern. If there isn’t a hook then the lantern can be placed on tables for decoration.
- Star shaped lanterns can be used in bedrooms, living spaces and in the outdoors for a unique lighting solution. These lamps are multi-colored and use a candle for lighting.
- Paper lanterns are a traditional type of lighting that can add style to any room in your home. The paper is often colored or will have a design on it that can add to your existing décor. Paper lanterns can be used indoors and out, and come in both candle and electric types.
- Canvas and metal lanterns are brightly colored and can be used both indoors and out for a touch of color anywhere in your home and garden. These lights use a candle.
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There are also many different distinctive styles of decorative lanterns available, ranging from a traditional star shape to a Moroccan star, teardrop to accordion styled lanterns. Each of these styles can add a new element to your home and brighten up your lawns and gardens just enough to make the area inviting and cozy.
Care and Maintenance
Your decorative lantern will need to be cared for properly if you want to use it season after season. Outdoor lanterns are often made from metal and glass, which is durable enough to last for quite a while in the outdoors. You may want to bring your lamps in if you know there is wet or windy weather coming to avoid damaging the materials that the lantern is made with. Paper lanterns can be stored inside after use to keep them in good shape for your next garden party. Any lamp made from glass should be stored carefully, away from the elements, if you plan on using the lights again next season.
You also need to be careful when using any decorative lantern that requires a candle. Metal and glass lamps are fairly well protected but can become hot to the touch. All lanterns should be attended anytime there is a candle burning inside. Paper lanterns are wide enough to avoid catching fire when using a candle with them. Both light bulbs and candles do produce heat, however, so make sure to turn your lamps off when leaving the room or your home for an extended amount of time.
You may also need to clean candle lamps after use. Most candle wax can be removed easily with hot water and mild soap. If you use a tea light candle in your decorative lantern then you may not need to clean up at all, since these tidy little candles are housed in a metal container that holds the remaining melted wax after burning.
Solar Lanterns
If you are looking for an alternative to traditional candle holding lamps then you may want to opt for a solar decorative lantern. These lights are powered by the sun and can be left out for the entire season without worrying about damage. The solar lamps have the same appeal as a traditional paper lantern, and can be hung outdoors as needed to provide a soft glow throughout your lawn and garden area. One benefit of choosing solar power is that you don’t have to worry about candle clean up, and you don’t have to purchase candles for the lantern.
Your solar decorative lantern may need a battery, however. You may want to check through your manufacturer’s instructions for use to ensure the battery can be left inside the lantern when it is not in use. In most cases, you will want to take the batteries out as needed to ensure they don’t cause damage to the inside of the lantern. For instance, when you won’t be outside for long periods of time, such as in the winter, you can remove the lantern battery to ensure the lamp is in good working order for the next warm season.
Choosing Your Lamps
Choosing your lanterns is simple when you have a good idea of what kind of style you want to bring into your home. If you aren’t sure then you will want to consider your existing décor and personal tastes. Metal and glass lamps are a classic touch to any garden that is both practical and romantic, while paper and canvas lanterns are exotic and enticing.
Your decorative lantern can easily bring a new style into your garden area that you and your family will love spending time in. There are dozens of styles, colors and models to choose from.
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