Lanterns
My lanterns are based on the New Orleans gas lamps. They are handcrafted using traditional methods. The brackets are designed by me with the help of Karl Uwe owner of Fraai Uitzicht 1798 the historic wine and guest farm which includes a fine restaurant. Fraai Uitzicht 1798 is situated between Robertson and Ashton at Klaas Voogds East the turn off is 9kms from Robertson.
In line with tradition the lanterns are made from copper which is an extremely durable non ferrous metal and will withstand all weather conditions while at the same time being virtually maintenance free. The brackets are mainly constructed from brass. Outdoor entrances, verandas and lampposts are all ideal places for installing the New Orleans lamps and the bracket lamps.
The reasons for using copper are numerous - while other metals deteriorate with age copper actually stabilizes. Steel will rust without a protective coating, Aluminium deteriorates because of electrolytic corrosion, stainless steel will stain and plastic components degrade with long exposure to UV light.
Maintenance consists of periodic light cleaning with a household detergent and water for the glass and a light dusting with a dry cloth for the copper.
My lanterns are based on the New Orleans gas lamps. They are handcrafted using traditional methods. The brackets are designed by me with the help of Karl Uwe owner of Fraai Uitzicht 1798 the historic wine and guest farm which includes a fine restaurant. Fraai Uitzicht 1798 is situated between Robertson and Ashton at Klaas Voogds East the turn off is 9kms from Robertson.
In line with tradition the lanterns are made from copper which is an extremely durable non ferrous metal and will withstand all weather conditions while at the same time being virtually maintenance free. The brackets are mainly constructed from brass. Outdoor entrances, verandas and lampposts are all ideal places for installing the New Orleans lamps and the bracket lamps.
The reasons for using copper are numerous - while other metals deteriorate with age copper actually stabilizes. Steel will rust without a protective coating, Aluminium deteriorates because of electrolytic corrosion, stainless steel will stain and plastic components degrade with long exposure to UV light.
Maintenance consists of periodic light cleaning with a household detergent and water for the glass and a light dusting with a dry cloth for the copper.