Monthly Archives: March 2010

Outdoor Lanterns Add New Lighting Options

Since the birth of our blog, we have shown you countless interior and outdoor lighting options – from pendants, goosenecks, ceiling fans, sconces, lanterns and chandeliers. Today we’d like to introduce a new category at Barn Light Electric. Under our … Continue reading

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Laundry Room Pendant Lighting With A Nautical Twist

Ever since the incorporation of the washing machine into the home, the rooms that store these 20th century wonders have become, without a doubt, the most neglected area of any home.  This room is usually closed off due to the … Continue reading

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Kitchen Style Guide for a Retro Country Feel

Whether you’re looking to update parts of  your kitchen or you’re going for a total demo, try putting together a Style Guide of photos before making purchases. Today you’ll see our version of a simple 1950′s Retro Country Kitchen. You … Continue reading

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Go Green With These Caps!

We have all been taught the 3 R’s – Reduce, Reuse, and Recycle and in today’s view you’re pretty cool if you’re on board with the worldwide Go Green campaign! Once seen as an expensive burden to communities, is now … Continue reading

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Futuristic Pendants Even In 2010

This iconic design originally started around 1926 when Danish designer Paul Henningsen set out to create a fixture that would provide the perfect amount of glare-free light. It may have taken him 10 years to do so, but in the … Continue reading

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Machine Age Table Lamps

The Machine Age can be mostly associated with the early 20th century – at a time just between the first and second world wars. The mass production of steel and metal for automobiles or skyscrapers was in full swing. Faster … Continue reading

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Industrial Factory Carts – Own a Piece of History

(Photo above shows factory workers utilizing industrial carts) If you’ve ever wanted to own a piece of history, our original Industrial Factory Carts might be just the item for you. During the turn of the century, the Industrial Revolution brought … Continue reading

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Flexibility is Key During Renovations

Renovation projects take flexibility – not “gymnastics” flexibility but that of a Cirque du Soleil performer.  After multiple days of torrential rains, we are back on schedule and the building is taking shape.  Sunny skies, temperatures in the high 70′s … Continue reading

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Limited Edition Polished Chrome Pendant Lighting

Everyday at Barn Light Electric, we’re adding new products to our website. Some products will be fully stocked year round, others come in limited quantities and will only be offered while we have them in stock. Today, we’d like to … Continue reading

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Rustic Kitchen Lighting Lessons From Martha Stewart

Providing that finished look in your kitchen can prove to be a challenge when it comes down to picking the right look for your project.  Most newly crafted lights are too polished with brightly colored high-gloss finishes, which can be … Continue reading

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