Porcelain Barn Lights have been part of American barn lighting culture since the early 1930’s. Originally manufactured until around 1960, these shades were known for their long lasting and durable qualities. Popular uses for these shades included factories, warehouses, service stations, and agricultural areas. It was for the next 50 years that the porcelain enamel […]
Photos Courtesy of Decor8 Design Blog (Left), Remodelista (Right) Although you may have not recognized them, Half Chrome Light Bulbs have been used in commercial buildings for many years. Typically used in environments where a glare needs to be reduced, the chrome coating shields the filament, ultimately making the bulb an indirect source of light. […]
Customer Submission Shown Above: 16″ Original Warehouse Shades, HL-A Gooseneck, 96-Galvanized. Located just West of Minneapolis, Minnesota is the suburban community of Minnetonka. An abundant amount of outdoor activities including lakes, parks, and trails make up this growing community. After returning from the weekend, we were excited to see we had new customer submission photos […]
Photo courtesy of Hot Rod Magazine Hot Rod magazine is the oldest magazine devoted to one thing – Hot Rods. Since 1948, Hot Rod magazine has informed readers on the latest tricks, tips, and tools needed to modify automobiles for both performance and appearance. Recently they were given the ultimate upgrade themselves, by being a […]
Why should someone come to your restaurant? What sets you apart from everyone else? Dining atmospheres today vary greatly from those of the past. While some pride themselves on rare entrees, unique entertainment, or waiters who toss rolls, there is one common ingredient to all good restaurants – lighting. As you probably know, there are […]
After getting caught up in our catalog launch and another exciting appearance on Extreme Makeover Home Edition, we almost forgot about our own construction update! If you follow along, this past Friday was the final launch of Space Shuttle Atlantis. With only two remaining shuttle missions left, it seems the world is flocking to get […]
