Stylish lighting in a modern interior
Just a few years ago, light bulbs hanging from the ceiling were considered a sign of poverty or renovation in the apartment. Today it is a sought-after element of the interior, winning more and more admirers. Edison's lamp is far from the only example when something denied suddenly becomes incredibly popular.
- Characteristics and Features
- Variety of shapes
- Operation options
- Choosing lamps for your design
- they are environmentally friendly because they do not contain mercury;
- easy to use, they can be connected to a standard socket;
- have natural color rendering;
- stand out for their variety of shapes and sizes, opening up horizons for creative individuals.
- The use of incandescent lamps is widely used in Scandinavian countries. In cold northern climates, it is especially pleasant to feel the warm glow. According to residents, such lighting resembles a sunset or the flame of a fire. Thanks to thin, figuratively arranged threads, the light is very soft and romantic.
- IN home interior unusual lighting sources are most often used in the bedroom, kitchen or dining room. Special golden-colored bulbs add warmth, making the seating area more cozy. Such lamps are more often found when decorating classic style in the interior.
- During operation, it is advisable to use cartridges that meet the requirements of GOST.
- You cannot unscrew the lamp when it is hot; you must wait a while until it cools down completely.
- Retro lamps are sensitive to any movement, so it is better to move the lamps when they are off.
Black and brown color combination in the studio interior
Characteristics and Features
More and more advanced designers are moving away from the habit of hiding a light bulb in a chandelier or sconce. Today, much more attention is paid to creating lighting in the home than before. This happens because light plays a huge role in the interior. A striking example is the Edison light bulb, which has some special features.
In addition to the unique design solution, capable of realizing interesting ideas With the help of this element, lamps have many other advantages:
Bathroom in modern style with a huge mirror
Beautiful dark kitchen in loft style
The disadvantages include the rather high cost and short service life. Prices vary between 300-1700 rubles per unit. Compared to conventional light bulbs, the difference is colossal.
On the other hand, Edison lamps do not require an additional lampshade. But due to the lack additional surface, as happens when using a chandelier, the heated bulb is not protected by anything.
Important! If the light bulb is located too close to the aisle or low overhead, you need to be careful not to get burned by the hot glass.
Contrasting black and white interior
Cozy seating area on the balcony
Advice! LED analogues are identical to retro lamps, but are more economical to operate. Instead of thread, crystals are used, which are more durable.
The characteristics of retro lamps are quite simple: standard voltage at 220 Volts, sockets E27 and E14. The service life is not particularly durable and is about 3500 hours. The leaders in production are China, Holland and Switzerland. Those who want to get more impressive performance can use LED bulbs, which consume less energy and have a service life of up to 30 thousand hours.
Variety of shapes
Despite their laconicism and obvious minimalism, manufacturers have done a good job on the appearance of the lamps, creating a variety of colors and shapes. The tungsten filament, which is located inside the flask, deserves special mention.
Important! The number of threads reaches 20 pieces, which affects not only appearance, but also on the price. The more there are, the higher the cost.
Lamps also differ in the shape of the filaments - they can be made in the form of a leaf, spiral, herringbone, squirrel cage and hairpin.
If desired, you can choose light bulbs to suit every taste and any interior.
Various shapes of light bulbs in the design of overhead lighting above the dining table
Advice! Worth your time Special attention cords for light bulbs using different ideas on creation stylish design. In addition to the standard straight cord, you can make a loop or twist the garland to make a bun.
Of no less interest for the design of the room are the shapes of the flasks. They can be square, round, trapezoidal, rectangular. Often to create a certain style add decorative cord. Having an artistic taste makes it possible to show creativity and create a truly unique interior.
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Operation options
The modern version perfectly reproduces the original invention of the brilliant Thomas Edison, introducing a touch of the trendy trend. The use of retro lamps as interior decoration for cafes, bars and restaurants has long established itself and does not lose its relevance. Application of Edison's discovery in home environment- This is a new direction that is gaining popularity. Today it is a common design element in vintage and loft styles.
Advice! To use as main lighting, you need to combine several bulbs into a bunch to create enough light. A bunch of 5-10 units looks no less interesting than a regular chandelier.
Minimalistic white kitchen with bar counter
Country style interior with sconces on the wall
Small bathroom in light colors
Industrial style in living room design
Idea! Styling them to look like vintage candles is great for sconces, thus adding warmth and coziness to the bedroom. You can create a place to read a book using a retro lamp hanging from the ceiling.
Edison bulbs look great in the dining room or kitchen, while creating the atmosphere of a welcoming bar or strict minimalism. In this case, the appearance of the light bulbs is of great importance.
You can also make a garland as a decoration for any celebration. Under New Year This decision will be appreciated by both adults and children. IN summer time You can decorate a gazebo in the yard with a garland; chic lighting will add new colors to the twilight.
Choosing lamps for your design
The choice of light bulbs depends primarily on the design of the room. Such details complement the overall idea, while simultaneously performing their main functions. It is necessary to consider the type of lighting depending on whether it is side, top or central. Right choice will help eliminate shortcomings, visually expand the space and create accents.
The original appearance creates a special atmosphere, so Edison lamps should be used in the interior with caution, because they are not appropriate everywhere.
Advice! Thanks to their expressive pattern, figured tungsten filaments instantly attract attention and have the ability to control visual perception. If you carefully consider the location, such light sources will give you excellent results!
Spacious and bright living room of a private house
Modern bedroom interior with bedside lamps fixed to the ceiling
Advice! When choosing light bulbs, you should pay attention to the markings. With its help, the voltage during use is determined. If you exceed this figure even slightly, the service life may be reduced by a third or more.
In addition to appearance, it is worth paying attention to the power and type of base. If the power of the Edison lamp corresponds to the usual one, the brightness of the first one will be noticeably less. This is due to the fact that vintage thread is less noticeable in bright light, which means its extraordinary appearance is lost. With an Edison lamp power of 100 W, the equivalent of a standard lamp is approximately 50 W.
Use any lighting fixtures requires compliance with basic rules:
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In one of our articles we talked about where we provided photos of ideas for using twisted wire, as well as decorative sockets and antique-style switches. The retro style will be perfectly complemented by vintage incandescent light bulbs, which not so long ago became a newfangled solution in organizing indoor and outdoor lighting. In this article we will look at the main characteristics, as well as photo examples showing how Edison lamps look in the interior of houses and apartments.
Should you use retro light bulbs?
If you are unsure whether to buy decorative light bulbs or whether it is better to opt for LEDs, then first we recommend studying the pros and cons of using Edison lamps. So, the advantages of the products are as follows:
- They allow you to deviate from existing stereotypes in the organization of lighting, making the interior exclusive.
- Create a cozy atmosphere.
- They work with a dimmer, thanks to which you can create romantic lighting in the room.
Among the disadvantages, I would like to note the higher cost of vintage Edison lamps, as well as characteristics inferior to LEDs: shorter service life, higher energy consumption and fragility of the glass bulb. We'll talk about this in more detail now.
Main characteristics
So, the most important technical characteristics of Edison lamps are as follows:
- type of base for connecting to the network: E27, E14;
- rated voltage 220 Volts;
- service life from 2000 to 3500 hours;
- color temperature from 2100 to 2700K;
- power from 20 to 100 W;
Dimensions (length and diameter) may vary depending on the shape of the flask.
Separately, I would like to talk about the tungsten filament, which is located inside the flask. The number of threads can be different, up to 20. Accordingly, the more there are, the higher the cost of vintage incandescent light bulbs. The shape of the tungsten filament can also be different, namely:
- Spiral
- Hairpin
- Herringbone
- Squirrel cage
- A loop
- Spiral
In the interior, each option looks quite original, so you can choose suitable design retro lamps to suit your own conditions.
It should also be noted that there are Edison LED bulbs that have different characteristics. Firstly, the service life of LEDs ranges from 20 to 30 thousand hours. Secondly, LED retro lamps consume less electricity because... at low power they shine much better.
Well, finishing the description technical characteristics, I would like to talk separately about the manufacturers of vintage light sources. Popular brands producing Edison lamps are Danlamp (Denmark), RIGHI LICHT AG (Switzerland), Calex (Holland) and Uniel (China).
You can see the differences between light bulbs from different manufacturers in the video:
Comparison of characteristics and disassembly of an antique lamp
Photo of application ideas
Here we come to the most interesting part of the article - a review of the successful use of incandescent light bulbs made in antique style. So, for your attention, photos of Edison lamps in the interior of houses and apartments:
As you can see, vintage light sources look great when combined with designer lamps, sconces and chandeliers. You can also complement the interior in an original way using a garland of Edison light bulbs (this idea is shown in one of the photos). We recommend that you use retro lamps when organizing, as well as in recreation areas! Finally, we recommend watching a video that shows more more ideas use of these light sources in the interior:
Ready-made solutions for the home
Simplicity is beautiful - this is the motto of supporters of minimalism. Minimalist lighting in last years is very popular. Edison's light bulb is a new trend in lighting. This is one of the latest trends in the design industry and is very popular among those people who want to decorate their interiors in a traditional or eclectic style, as well as vintage and retro styles. Such designs work well as elements, giving the room lightness and a warm breath, as well as a vintage style.
Edison light bulb - a modern version
These modern light bulbs perfectly reproduce original model, developed by the brilliant inventor of many technical devices and devices by Thomas Edison. Imitation of a retro incandescent lamp creates a unique character and a very original appearance. Modern styled lamps are made using a method invented by Thomas Edison in the nineteenth century, keeping the design as close to the original as possible, so they appear different from modern electric light sources.
The original original forms have aesthetic advantages over modern models, which can only be classified as practical accessories, and not interesting additions to a modern interior. Glass bubble can take various shapes– from spherical, to slightly widened towards the end, and slightly oval.
Some of them have a very large diameter, while others have an elongated shape and resemble a slender thread. Cylindrical models are also very popular, which are well suited for both small rooms and open spaces. Edison's light bulb is great choice for people who do not blindly follow fashion, but are always guided by their own taste.
The heart of the bulb is a decorative filament, which usually takes the form of a spiral. Some models are also equipped with multiple filaments, which, combined with the large diameter of the bulb, produce a very strong light. In combination with a tinted glass bubble you can get an amazing visual effect. The warm light generated by such a lamp will give the room a cozy, soft character.
Edison light bulbs are a decoration in themselves, so we don't have to worry about their presentation - a pendant with braided cable or other decorative cord will be enough.
People with artistic taste who want to decorate their interiors can choose wires different color in accordance with the design of the room and lamps with original design, which will additionally emphasize the shape of the thread and create unique design. The lamp can take shapes such as square, trapezoidal, and also delight the eye with the decorative shape of a diamond containing many pentagonal faces.
Whether you want to decorate a room in traditional style, modern, classic, or custom, such designs will always meet your expectations.
Light bulbs can be suspended from the ceiling on a straight cord or hung on decorative knots, in the form of a garland, collected in a bunch and in many other ways.
The concept of using this type of lamp in the interior is based on the principle of minimalism from Mies van der Rohe, who declared that details distinguish a perfect design from a good one. The lamp and colored cable in the foreground will be a real gem of the interior.
These lamps will delight those who like to experiment and update their interior using new ideas and different equipment. You can simply change the cable color and pendant option and get a completely new lamp!
Our current selection of light bulbs allows our interiors to literally shine. They complement any modern interior. What to look for when choosing a suitable design for indoor lighting?
The choice may vary depending on the shape and power. The current range of electrical goods stores is not limited to incandescent lamps; LED retro lamps, halogen and fluorescent models are also popular.
Ordinary light bulbs have also undergone a metamorphosis and themselves represent modern, stylish lighting.
While in years gone by a bare bulb in the ceiling was synonymous with poverty (or renovation), today retro-style lamps can easily be a source of light worthy of even a penthouse and a testament to the good taste of the apartment owner.
Lamps have changed beyond recognition, not only in terms of the variety of shapes and colors. Power consumption has been reduced to a minimum, with the same amount of light, in addition, the devices have increased life expectancy.
Depending on the type of lighting (top, central, side), you can choose a light bulb that will best suit the conditions.
If you have sconces hanging on your walls, you can replace them with stylish retro-style light bulbs, stylized to match the flames of candles. This will give the interior a warm atmosphere, with the effect being more pronounced when you choose more yellow. Retro-style Edison bulbs can simply hang from the ceiling above your bed or near your favorite chair where you read books.
They can replace central lighting in a room. In this case, instead of a chandelier, many light bulbs hang from the ceiling on long wires, sometimes collected in a bundle. Retro-style lamp options will also be useful here, but it is better to choose a lot of low-power bulbs.
We can independently choose the light bulbs we like, which will be characteristic of each type of interior design.
Today it is a sought-after element of the interior, winning more and more admirers. Edison's lamp is far from the only example when something denied suddenly becomes incredibly popular.
Characteristics and Features
More and more advanced designers are moving away from the habit of hiding a light bulb in a sconce. Today there is much more attention than before. This happens because light plays a huge role in the interior. A striking example is the Edison light bulb, which differs in some features.
In addition to a unique design solution that can realize interesting ideas using this element, lamps have many other advantages:
- they are environmentally friendly because they do not contain mercury;
- easy to use, they can be connected to a standard socket;
- have natural color rendering;
- stand out for their variety of shapes and sizes, opening up horizons for creative individuals.
The disadvantages include the rather high cost and short service life. Prices vary between 300-1700 rubles per unit. Compared to the difference is colossal.
On the other hand, Edison lamps do not require an additional lampshade. But due to the lack of additional surface, as is the case when using, the heated flask is not protected in any way.
Important! If the light bulb is located too close to the aisle or low overhead, you need to be careful not to get burned by the hot glass.
Advice! To use as main lighting, you need to combine several bulbs into a bunch to create enough light. A bunch of 5-10 units looks no less interesting than a regular one.
- The use of incandescent lamps is widely used in Scandinavian countries. In cold northern climates, it is especially pleasant to feel the warm glow. According to residents, such lighting resembles a sunset or the flame of a fire. Thanks to thin, figuratively arranged threads, the light is very soft and romantic.
- In home interiors, unusual lighting sources are most often used in the bedroom, on. Special golden-colored bulbs add warmth, making the seating area more cozy. Such lamps are more often found when classic style interior design.
Idea! Antique styling is great for sconces, thus adding warmth and comfort to the bedroom. you can use a retro lamp hanging from the ceiling.
Edison bulbs look great in the dining room or kitchen, while creating the atmosphere of a welcoming bar or a formal one. In this case, the appearance of the light bulbs is of great importance.
You can also make a garland in quality. On New Year's Eve, both adults and children will appreciate this decision. In the summer, you can decorate with a garland; chic lighting will add new colors to the twilight.
Choosing lamps for your design
The choice of light bulbs depends primarily on the design of the room. Such details complement the overall idea, while simultaneously performing their main functions. It is necessary to consider the type of lighting depending on whether it is side, top or central. The right choice will help eliminate shortcomings and create accents.
The original appearance creates a special atmosphere, so Edison lamps should be used in the interior with caution, because they are not appropriate everywhere.
Advice! Thanks to their expressive pattern, figured tungsten filaments instantly attract attention and have the ability to control visual perception. If you carefully consider the location, such light sources will give you excellent results!
Advice! When choosing light bulbs, you should pay attention to the markings. With its help, the voltage during use is determined. If you exceed this figure even slightly, the service life may be reduced by a third or more.
In addition to appearance, it is worth paying attention to the power and type of base. If the power of the Edison lamp corresponds to the usual one, the brightness of the first one will be noticeably less. This is due to the fact that vintage thread is less noticeable in bright light, which means its extraordinary appearance is lost. With an Edison lamp power of 100 W, the equivalent of a standard lamp is approximately 50 W.
The use of any lighting fixtures requires compliance with basic rules:
- During operation, it is advisable to use cartridges that meet the requirements of GOST.
- You cannot unscrew the lamp when it is hot; you must wait a while until it cools down completely.
- Retro lamps are sensitive to any movement, so it is better to move the lamps when they are off.
