Antler Lighting – Bring the Country Home
Nothing could make you more close to the countryside than antler lighting. It was back in the old days when everyone counted on a lighting system that was economical in space yet provided enough luminance in the home. The chandelier was born and many designs came out. The large ones that were of metal hung from castle ceilings. This is still evident in famous castles that are preserved to serve as landmarks. Other simpler styles were those made of wood used by the common folk inside the home.
Today antler lighting fixtures are not limited to expensive, heavy chandeliers. A more environmentally friendly version came out courtesy of countryside folks who found shed off deer antlers in the wilderness and crafted these to make useful lighting fixtures. Such fixtures became a trend and now it is a large industry that caters to various venues around the globe. Even faux antler lighting has its place – its a lot cheaper than the real thing for one, and a moulded antler light fixtures are also a great deal lighter!
Antler light fixtures are expensive despite it being a material made of compact animal hair. Yes, it is compacted animal hair, and not bone. So being fur, it does grow back on the deer to be shed off again after some time. Those who build these sort of fixtures will just be there to send out people to gather the raw material and turn it to magnificent works of art that is functional at the same time.
For those of you trying to look for a hobby, you might want to try this out. All you need is some imagination, the antlers, some knowledge about electrical wiring, the proper tools and equipment, and you’re off to a good start of starting your hobby or possibly a flourishing business.
Antler lighting fixtures can get expensive. The prices can range from a hundred dollars to thousands depending on the design of the lighting centerpiece. After you see it hanging in your home, however, you might just think it’s worth every penny.