Aladdin Lamps - Fill a Room With Elegant and Peaceful Lighting

When you hear the term "Aladdin Lamp", your mind probably goes directly to genies and wishes. Aladdin Lamps are much more common than one might think. The lamps are so named for—you guessed it—the story of Aladdin and his magic lamp. In the early 1900’s, the lamp’s inventor developed an alternative to the yellow, flickery light of a coal lantern. As a matter of fact, to use another Hollywood reference, many of them resemble Jeanie’s Bottle more than Aladdin’s Lamp! What goes on top can make an Aladdin Lamp very simple or extravagant. Others have tops that are more like traditional lamp shades you may be more familiar with.

Some of the most obvious placement for Aladdin Lamps is incorporated into Moroccan style decorating. Large pillows on the floor, in vibrant reds and orange colors accented by the unique design and gentle white glow given off by an Aladdin Lamp can make a comfortable and relaxing atmosphere. Another perk to this type of lighting is the ability to control the level of brightness the lamp gives off. All kerosene burning lamps are adjustable to control the amount of air that gets to the mantle, which will increase or decrease the level of light produced. However, many electric styled lamps are fitted with this same ability, think dimmer-switch, but inside a lamp.

Aladdin Lamps play a very large part in decorating when it comes to more Victorian style designs. Matching lamps on either side of the bed complete the old-world feel of the room. Aladdin Lamps may not be the most contemporary design, but that is a good thing if what you are looking for is traditional, elegant and peaceful lighting to fill the room with comfort and warmth.

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