Vintage style LEDS work in the same way as a modern LED light bulb, but they are far more stylish, with glowing filaments on display that create a warm and cosy atmosphere for a fraction of the running cost.
What Are Vintage LED Bulbs?
Vintage LED bulbs are the ultimate in old world design twinned with modern technological advances. In short, they create that classy vintage ambience with modern low-energy consumption technology.
Vintage bulbs are known by a number of names, such as Edison bulbs, carbon filament bulbs, antique filament bulbs, and squirrel cage bulbs to name a few, but whatever you choose to call them you can’t go wrong.
Whether you prefer the showy Edison vintage-style bulbs with their twisted filaments on show, or opt for an understated bulb that simply creates a warmer glow, the style and cosiness they bring are second to none.
Trend-Setting
Many people have old fashioned lamps so modern LED style bulbs would look too harsh and out of place, spoiling that relaxing ambience. These vintage style LEDs are a perfect fit – we all love a warm comforting light because it sets the scene, is relaxing and feels cosy.
If you prefer the industrial look, you’re in good company. Bars and nightclubs are full of vintage LED lights that show off their filaments. The industrial look is achieved with exposed light fittings and no lampshade is required because the filaments are works of art. They create a trendy look with a purse and environment friendly price tag.
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Where to Use Vintage LED bulbs
Vintage LED light bulbs are suitable for most light fittings. Here are some places you can use vintage LED light bulbs.
- Chandeliers
- Desk Lamps
- Standard lamps
- Bedside lamps
- Outdoor lanterns
- Ceiling fixtures
- Pendants
Or alternatively you can leave the lampshade off and showcase the classy bulb filament and smoky glass all by itself, why hide that light under a bushel.
How To Style Vintage LED Bulbs
- Minimalist
Industrial style and minimalist homes still need a touch of interest even if bare walls are your preferred style.
Vintage LED light bulbs make a no-clutter statement. Simple lamps, or an overhead pendant without a shade, create that minimalist feeling with the spot of interest found in the glowing twisted filaments.
- Something Different
Despite their beauty and energy efficiency, LED bulbs are not often available in supermarkets, so they aren’t all that common. If you want something unique, give them a go.
Try a wire or clear glass pendant shade so the bulb is on view, or try hanging bulbs at different heights on a chandelier for an ‘out there’ statement. If you keep bulbs slightly dimmed you get the full vintage effect.
- Special Events
Edison bulbs create atmosphere, so it’s no wonder restaurants and clubs use them to create a warm enticing environment.
Why not try a traditional vintage Christmas theme this year by lighting your home with vintage LEDs. The outside porch lights, and darker corners of a room that need a subtle festive boost, really suit vintage LEDs – they set the scene and create some stunning photo backgrounds.
Weddings are another event that can be brightened with vintage LEDs. Use small lamps with exposed vintage bulbs as a table centrepiece, or dot them around a reception area for a classy and unique look. There are all kinds of bulb shapes such as pear, tubular, or globe and the sizes vary too. You’re bound to find one you love.
- A Quick Makeover
Sometimes we all fancy a change of home decor, but when that involves getting out paint and spending a fortune on carpets and curtains it’s easy to go off the idea.
Swapping your household bulbs for vintage effect LEDs makes a huge difference. In daylight hours the antique shape and design looks classy, and in the evenings when the filaments illuminate they’ll create a new warm and cosy glow.
- Up-cycling
Are you an up-cycler? Find a lamp in a charity shop and give it the fastest ever up-cycle with a vintage LED bulb – you don’t even need the dusty stained lampshade.
Back to the Future
Vintage LED bulbs are so much more efficient and planet-friendly than traditional incandescent ones. They are loved by interior designers and it’s not hard to get converted to these design conscious money-saving light bulbs.
Eco-friendly, cost effective LED vintage bulbs are a bill-friendly alternative to standard light bulbs and there are no drawbacks. Try meshing style and energy efficiency with vintage bulbs in your home, office or business for a stylish, warm and soothing atmosphere.