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Finding Our Vintage Lights Within Historic Cotton Mills & Factories

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Did you know that barn lights played a key role in the expansion of America’s cotton industry in the early 1900’s?

vinatge-lights-2-300x202.jpgFor maximum efficiency in the workroom, vintage lights were used by companies such as the Mary Leila cotton mill in Greensboro Georgia (pictured above) and the Ponemah Mill in Taftville, Connecticut. Throughout America’s industrial era, cotton mills produced many of the most crucial and highly demanded materials in factories across the country. Read More »

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Three Unique Rooms to Consider a Porcelain Barn Light

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Throughout our blog, we’ve shown multiple eye-catching examples of porcelain barn lights in living rooms, bedrooms, bathrooms and kitchens; these are just a few of the places where these quality lights will make an instant impression! When you devote even a small amount of time and energy into improving frequently used rooms, the payoff will be huge. If you’re ready to tackle your next project area, consider revamping the lighting in your craft room, hobby stations or showcased display areas.
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Outdoor Rated Gooseneck Lights Are Great For Summer Grilling

Porches, Garages, & Home Exteriors, Residential Inspiration Betty L Leave a Comment on Outdoor Rated Gooseneck Lights Are Great For Summer Grilling

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Summer, also known as “grilling season,” is so close you can almost taste it! When the sunny weekends arrive and you head out to your back porch to fire up the barbecue grill, will you have enough light to see what you’re cooking after the sun goes down? What about the other areas of your porch, deck or patio?

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Vintage Warehouse Shades for Industrial Task Lighting

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Some of America’s early industrial history is found within towns like Akron, Ohio and others all throughout the Midwest. For decades, these blue collar cities were the lifeblood that propelled America’s economy forward, even in the midst of a world war. Browse through any collection of photos from this era and you’re sure to see vintage barn lights used in factories, mills and industrial establishments.
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Country Kitchen Lighting with Porcelain Pendant Lights

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Kitchens are often a top priority room for home upgrades. With porcelain pendant lights from Barn Light Electric, you can start the process of restoring and restyling one of the most frequented rooms in every home. With a classic utilitarian appearance and long lasting components, Barn Light’s porcelain pendants are among the most popular choices for kitchen lighting, especially in kitchens with country style or an industrial farmhouse theme.
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