Barn Pendants Bring Color & Style To A Weekend Getaway

September 3, 2010 by Stephanie

Photo Courtesy of: House Beautiful Magazine

Not many of us can say we have a house quite this colorful! Completely opposite of the industrial design spectrum we see so much of today, is this wonderful cottage we found in House Beautiful. With all of the vibrant hues and fun patterns, it’s easy to see that this is a space created for a young family full of energy and excitement.

Is this too much color for you? Just right? Looking to bring even more color into your home? Not many people are willing to risk adding such bold finishes to their lighting selections, but those that do, are pleasantly rewarded in the end! Note the vibrant red Radial Wave Shades in both photos above. These uniquely shaped pendants are known for their retro- like appearance, with their wavy shades and distinctive optional accessories.

Depending on your mounting selection, our Barn Light Electric Radial Wave shades are available in up to 50+ finish options! Select from multiple gooseneck arms, stem mounts, or cord colors to mount your shades. Interior spaces, like we show above, are typically mounted via your choice of black or white cord. This allows for easy installation and height adjustments, depending on your overall ceiling heights. For exterior locations, such as the garage or front porch, you can browse over 30 unique gooseneck arms or opt for a stem mount. The steel piping keeps interior wiring dry and out of the rain, snow, and high winds.

The middle photo below shows off our wire guard and frosted glass combinations. Pairing a red wire guard with a standard galvanized finish, is an easy way for some hesitant shoppers to still bring in color, without going overboard. A similar option can also be found by viewing our Outback Pendant.

(Left) Barn Light Radial Wave 14″ Shade, HL-H Gooseneck Arm, 97-Red: $278.00. (Center) 18″ Barn Light Radial Wave Pendant, 96-Galvanized, Red Wire Guard, Frosted Glass, 12″ Stem Mount: $283.00. (Right) 18″ Barn Light Radial Wave Vent Pendant, 123-Trans Blue, Black Cord Hung: $238.00.

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Porcelain Enamel Pendants That Blend With Any Decor

September 2, 2010 by Stephanie

Photos Courtesy of (Left) Apartment Therapy and (Top Right) Steeldaisy Associates.
As Shown (Bottom Right) Barn Light Electric Ivanhoe Sky Chief, Green $169.00 each and Ivanhoe Dino, Green $129.00 each

Accessories are key to bring in color and life into your space. Finishing off a room by adding accessories can also define your room’s style and personality. But take these two rooms for example, one (left) is fairly modern and city like, while the other (right) has a few country touches. If you remove the glasses, art, flowers, and fruit – what do the two have in common? Large furniture pieces – and well, lighting!

Warehouse shades, no matter what the size, are all the rage in the design world, and the best part about these styles of shades, is that they compliment any design theme you’re going for. Whether its a cozy cottage, seaside escape, modern loft, or urban farmhouse, a warehouse shade is an ideal pendant to select for any room in the home.

The exclusive porcelain enamel collection from Barn Light Electric represents both photo’s lighting selections. The larger, Ivanhoe Skychief is based on traditional warehouse style shades from the 1930′s and 40′s. It’s exterior porcelain enamel coating boasts one of the strongest finishes on the market today. The interior shell of the shades are constructed of steel. Once the baked on colored finish has been applied, an outer coating of glass covers each shade, ultimately giving it an A+ when it comes to lasting a lifetime.

The smaller shade you see above is our Ivanhoe Dino. The same process and materials go into producing these miniature warehouse replicas. Ivanhoe Dino shades can be used alone or paired together for lighting larger areas, such as a kitchen island, or dining room table.

If you wish to mount either of these shades near the exterior of your home, both are available in a galvanized stem mount option. This makes them safe to place them in wet locations where rain or snow could be present. The stem mount also provides added durability for high winds and storms. Whichever you choose to light your home, know that when you purchase a porcelain enamel shade, you’re purchasing a shade built to last a lifetime.

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A Vintage Industrial Workspace Fit For A Family

August 31, 2010 by Stephanie

Photos courtesy of Velvet & Linen Design Blog

With school back in full swing, do your kids have an inspiring place to study and do homework? If they’re lacking the can-do, back to homework spirit, consider a make over of the family office, or even a designated small work area that will help them stay focused. We found the ultimate work/play area over at Velvet & Linen, a design blog run by Brooke of Giannetti Home. If you troll around on her blog later, you’ll see she has such a beautiful home! The room we found most interesting was her children’s study. While the kids were away at summer camp, Brooke and her husband tackled their drab, neglected office and turned it into an industrial space, that not even kids could destroy.

I think you’ll see why we’re so into this space – do you see the lighting they chose? The design duo matched up several of our vintage explosion proof lights with our rustic Atomic wall sconces. Notice the photo on the right below? They even found a double use for a Atomic Wire Guard sconce! By hanging the sconce upside down, the miniature gooseneck type arm extends out, and allows for hanging totes or other items like you see below.

Atomic Wall Sconces were a perfect choice for this space. The balance of cool metals with warm leathers and wood mixes perfectly with the style they were trying to achieve. The grid like cast guard units also blend a cohesive geometric pattern in – notice the square photo collage, or large window panes on the hallway door? A galvanized finish is always an ideal finish choice if you like the industrial or modern styles. Its raw finish blends well with almost any decor, and allows you to change out paint colors and accessories without purchasing new lighting.

We can’t forget to mention the large piece above the center work table either; it’s one of our many authentic vintage pieces that we find and sell at Barn Light Electric. This room got one of our favorite vintage Crouse Hinds pieces. These lights were made for high impact commercial work spaces, so even the kids will have a hard time destroying this! Styles, sizes and colors vary when it comes to our stock of vintage lighting, but check back often to see what new items we have added.

As Shown (Left): Large Barn Light Atomic Topless Wire Guard Sconce, 96-Galvanized, Frosted Glass: $169.00 each. As Shown (Right): Barn Light Wall/Ceiling Mount Double CGU Sconce, 96-Galvanized, Frosted Glass: $231.00 each.

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10 Pendants Under $100!

August 26, 2010 by Stephanie

1.) Retro Renovation Porcelain & Galvanized Pendant: $79.00
2.) Farm & Barn All Weather Warehouse Light: $16.89
3.) Industrial Twist Cord 15″ Warehouse Pendant: $99.00
4.) Wire Cage Pendant: $85.00
5.)  Schoolhouse Pendant: $85.00
6.) Barn Light Deep Bowl Pendant: $69.00
7.) Barn Light Indy Industrial Pendant: $85.00
8.) Barn Light Atomic Industrial Pendant: $93.00
9.) Barn Light Benjamin Industrial Pendant: $98.00
10.) Ball Jar Pendant: $95.00

Considering sprucing up your home? Need a few low cost lighting solutions? Some home renovation projects unintentionally go over budget, leaving you to cut corners later down the line. Don’t be forced to make cheap purchases from big box stores; not only will you sacrifice style and quality, but you also won’t have near the options or customizable features. Today, I’m happy to provide you with our top 10 pendants – all under $100!

Whether you live in a cottage, ranch, or modern loft, most of our pendants are universal enough to work in numerous applications. The Industrial Twist Cord Warehouse Pendant (#3), Deep Bowl Shade (#6), or Ball Jar Pendant (#10) are great for country styled spaces, while the Wire Cage Pendant (#4), Schoolhouse Pendant (#5), or Benjamin Industrial Pendant (#9) are ideal for Victorian, or turn of the century homes. Fear not, if you’re a city dweller in a loft or townhouse, the Retro Renovation (#1), All Weather Warehouse Light (#2), or Atomic Industrial Pendant (#8) might be more up your alley.

If it’s Black, White, Yellow, or Red you’re looking for, our wide selection of finish and mounting options at Barn Light Electric allow you to customize a fixture to match your home’s design. Standard Finishes are available with almost all our light fixtures – these include: White, Black, Galvanized, Dark Green, Textured Black, Powder Coat Rust, and Powder Coat Patina. Complete the look of any vintage or industrial style fixture by adding a Nostalgic Edison Bulb to your order.

Note: All prices are subject to vary depending on finish choices and selected features.

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Transforming A Drab Exterior With A Modern Gooseneck Light

August 25, 2010 by Stephanie

Photo Courtesy of Apartment Therapy
As Shown Above: The Everglade, B-6 Gooseneck Arm, 97-Red, Clear Glass, $441.
*Additional sizes and colors start at $247

America’s larger cities are packed with rows of town homes and duplexes. With one right after the other, it’s sometimes hard to add character and personalize your home or business. Not everyone has time time or funds to repaint the entire exterior, so, if it’s a quick fix you’re looking for, bring a splash of color and modernism to the front of your place by replacing the lighting.

Today’s photo is a great example of bringing drab – to modern fab by installing three similar Everglade fixtures above the doorways. With little to no color visible, red was a great selection. The modern shade style of the Everglade keeps it’s design clean, and fans smoothly out to the edges. For a modern look a strait B-6 gooseneck will keep the overall design sleek and contemporary; if it is a more traditional style you are needing, consider a B-1 or HL-A gooseneck arm.

The most distinctive feature of The Everglade is the open slotting located near the neck of the shade. When paired with one of six unique Jelly Jar glass options, this fixture sets itself apart from all other shades on the market. The open slotting allows light to escape through the top and fan out over the shade. This feature is unique to several Barn Light Electric shades and serves as a noticeable decorative feature, day or night.

The photo shown above, utilizes clear ‘jelly jars’ to protect the enclosed bulb. This unique feature comes standard on the Everglade, but can be added onto most Barn Light Electric products along with a cast guard. Our unmatched selection of gooseneck barn lights are ideal for businesses and private residence that see a lot of traffic around around their light fixtures, where concerns of bulb breakages are the common place. If the idea of a broken bulbs or sockets create concern, don’t worry, the Everglade and many of our fixtures utilize cast guards or vapor tight glass jars. By adding the functional and sleek apperance of this light you not only create a unique look, but it can also inspire a more modern, industrial feel to the outside of your home.

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Breaking The Mold On Bathroom Lighting

August 24, 2010 by Stephanie

Photo (Left) Courtesy Of: Country Home
As Shown Above (Right) Barn Light Electric Doolittle Pendant, Satin Nickel

Traditional bathroom lighting has been limited to wall sconces, but not any more. The photo we found today on Country Home showcases a beautifully dressed up bathroom that utilizes sconce- like fixtures in a unique pendant form.

Similar to the Doolittle Pendant from Barn Light Electric, this pendant can be ordered in an Opal shade with Polished Nickel band, and will appear to be almost identical to those pictured above. Polished Nickel is a fabulous way to add a touch of sophistication to any room. Its shiny, silver like appearance reflects natural light around the room and coordinates well with the modern faucets below. It is a universal finish that coordinates well with most homes and will last through years of changing decor and color schemes.

Opal glass shades, like those shown above, allow for a soft glow of light to illuminate the room. Unlike clear glass, these frosted and ribbed shades won’t cause eye strain when standing near sinks and mirrors. The added texture somewhat blocks the extreme light from escaping quickly, and delicately diffuses it.  A soft light will be a welcoming gift to the non- morning dwellers, or those who wish to draw an evening bubble bath to unwind from a busy day.

The Doolittle comes ready to hang and is easy to install. To adjust with numerous mirror or counter heights, this well designed pendant comes with adjustable stem lengths allowing you to achieve the perfect mounting height.

If it is still a traditional wall sconce you are after, there is good news – the coordinating sconce to the Doolittle can be found with us as well. The Kennewik Bath Light is available in a single up to a five light fixture and will be a beautiful edition next to mirrors, whirlpools, or showers.

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Breathe New Life Into Your Mid-Century Cottage With Nautical Lighting

August 20, 2010 by Stephanie

Photo Above Courtesy of Apartment Therapy
Shown Above: Barn Light Electric Admidships Bulkhead Wall Mount Light Fixture, Large, Raw Aluminum, $163.00

Appearing to be strait out of an issue of Dwell magazine, it’s hard to determine what the coolest part of this photo is. Is it the Avocado green slatted door? The gingerbread like scalloped shingles? The ultra modern, nautical light fixture?  Everything about it entices me to want to check out the interior!

Your home should be a welcoming abode – one that smiles at you or causes you to smile after a long day – one that doesn’t appear abandoned or scare off neighborhood children. Not everyone may be in their dream location for now, but you can make do with what you have and spruce up your home with a few simple fixes! What potential does your home have?

Whether brick, stucco, or wood siding, paint is the easiest way to brighten up a home. If it’s plastic siding, consider renting a power washer from your local Ace Hardware or Home Depot! A popular trick to use a contrasting, bold color for your front door to give your home a focal point – like the green shown above!

While we’re on the topic of brightening up – if painting is a bit more than you were up for, consider simply swapping out faded or outdated light fixtures around the exterior of your home. The photo above added a fixture similar to the Admidships Bulkhead Wall Mount. Available in two sizes and over 40 finish options, this light can be completely customized to fit your home’s exterior decor. Originally used around ships and naval yards, this light has a sense of nautical style, but can take on a modern appearance when customized in a galvanized or metallic finish. This fixture is ideal for use as a single fixture positioned next to your front door, or can further compliment the existing lighting around the exterior of your home next to windows or patios.

Shown (Left): Barn Light Electric Admidships Bulkhead Wall Mount Light Fixture, Large, Powder Coat Patina. Prices Start At: $143.00

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To Go Retro Or Industrial…A Modern Day Lighting Quandary

August 18, 2010 by Stephanie

Photos courtesy of Flicker/ I heart Norwegian Wood and Garden Web

Today’s Question: Are you Team Edward or Team Jacob? Just kidding, there wont be any Twilight talk today, but how about this – are you Team Retro or Team Industrial? If you scour the interwebs to get your daily dose of design tips, flea market finds, or latest trends, we’re pretty sure you’ll come across a few – okay, a lot of retro and industrial spaces. So, which is it?

Ultimately it’s up to you – what works for your lifestyle? Maybe the retro look is from an era too much like Grandma, or maybe you realize that exposed industrial shelving isn’t all that great once your two year old knocks off your collection of white pottery. Design a space around you and your family, while doing so, know that Barn Light Electric is available for online shopping 24 hours a day!

The two photos today combine retro and industrial lighting styles and can both be found in our collection of Barn Pendants. The Warehouse shade shown above is featured in a galvanized finish which can look great in almost any setting due to the raw, unfinished look that is characteristic of the Industrial Age and early turn of the century country homes. However, if a more subtle look is needed, our large selection of brilliant finishes will open up a wide variety of creative options whether your tastes are geared toward retro or industrial styling. With the ability to customize each product, optional add-ons such as wire cages can be paired to almost any one of our American made light fixtures to add a bit of color and whimsy to your space. The Deep Bowl shades, shown in porcelain green, are being featured in several major magazines these days including: Midwest Living, Better Homes & Gardens, and Coastal Living. Apparently, the bigger the shade, the better, so lucky for you they come in up to a 16″ size!

If it’s still the authentic look you’re going for, check out our ever changing collection of authentic Vintage Barn Lights online. Most of our shades sold here have had their original porcelain enamel cleaned, rewired, and are ready for instillation. Here, you’ll find multiple shade styles, colors, and mounting options – hurry though, they tend to go fast and quantities are limited!

Shown Above: (Left) 17″ Barn Light Warehouse Pendant, 96-Galvanized, Red Wire Cage, Black Cord, $189.00. (Right) 12″ Barn Light Deep Bowl Pendant, 97-Red, Black Cord, $158.00.

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A Nostalgic Pendant Sure To Add Some Rustic Flair!

August 17, 2010 by Stephanie

Barn Light Electric 16″ Radial Wave Pendant, 96- Galvanized, Black Cord Hung.
Prices As Shown: $143.00 each

Summer is a time for family gatherings and relaxing with close friends. Whether it’s a birthday, family reunion, or just a lazy Sunday afternoon at home, you can bring a touch of rustic country charm to your kitchen. Consider accessorizing with vintage flea market finds, stylish lighting, and even some delicious homemade cake!

These days, tattered and worn furniture shouldn’t be discarded and mixed matched chairs are totally acceptable. Burlap is all the rage, and consider yourself lucky if you can snatch up a few colorful grain sacks. Bright soda crates bring in color and can come in handy for storage or carrying items to and from the table. Throw in some hand made bunting for a fresh look, top it all off with a homemade jello cake, and your table setting is complete – well, almost.

No room – indoors or out – is complete with out lighting! For this particular setting, we chose a 16″ Radial Wave Pendant from Barn Light Electric. Galvanized is a great finish choice if you have a more rustic or country home. Its unique metal finish resembles early wash bins, baskets, and cookware and is an easy way to bring that look into your space. This unique wavy appearance originally provided light to early 20th century gas stations, but now it can add a fun new look to any room with its historic roots and nostalgic flair. Whether your need is for exterior or interior lighting, this classic piece of Americana is available in coordinating sconces and goosenecks for additional lighting around the home.

For interior applications, this pendant can be selected with a cord hung option. This allows you to easily install your fixture – it’s even ideal for sloped, angled, or crooked ceilings (for those of you with older homes). The cord hung option will allow for a perfectly level light to drop in above tables, counters, or entryways. For wet, outdoor mounting options, you can select a coordinating galvanized stem. This ensures that moisture does not interfere with wiring and allows you to hang this pendant on the porch or around the garage.

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Completing A Coastal Cottage With The Right Ceiling Fan & Pendants

August 13, 2010 by Stephanie

Photo courtesy of The Lettered Cottage

When designing a coastal inspired home, no two are ever exactly alike – countless color schemes and accents are combined to create a one of a kind look, unique to your home. Today’s inspirational photo appears to be taken strait out of the Florida Keys. It was its eye catching turquoise and purples that first caught my attention when I stumbled upon it. A mixture of new and old eclectic finds are paired together to create a relaxing and inviting area ideal for a vacation home or everyday living.

Looking to the back wall, you will notice two Volusia Schoolhouse Pendants stemming from the ceiling. The slender stems allow the light to drop in, but not make an overwhelming appearance. The traditional white schoolhouse shades blend into the room perfectly during the day, but will provide a nice evening glow when gathered around the dining table.

One of the room’s best features is a vintage inspired ceiling fan. Next to the vibrant colors, this piece takes on a roll as one of the room’s focal points. The rubbed bronze finish matches that of the neighboring schoolhouse pendants and provides an older, aged look to each unit. Similar to the Extraordinaire 360 Degree Orbital Ceiling Fan, this unique piece offers a 360 degree rotation meaning that unlike ordinary fans which generate air flow by rotating fan blades around the fan base, this fan actually rotates the entire fan around its base. This ultimately creates a powerful airflow that is evenly distributed throughout the room. Rated for damp locations, this ceiling fan is also a great option to consider for covered porches or breezeways.

Shown (Left): Barn Light Electric Extraordinaire 360 Degree Orbital Fan, Rubbed Bronze.
Prices start at $349.00 each.
Shown (Right): Schoolhouse Pendant “The Volusia“- 16″ Shade, 119-Bronze, and 18″ Stem Mount.
Prices start at $230.00 each.

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