Question 1

What is the best lighting for a pool table?

Accepted Answer

The best lighting for a pool table won’t be too bright and will reduce glare and shadows on the felt during the game. If the light fixture is immobile, its height should be at least 65 inches, and if it is portable, its height should be at least 40 inches from the bed of the table. Any light directed on the players should not be blinding. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and contemporary lighting solutions for your pool table.

Question 2

What type of light is used in street lights?

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The lights which are used in street lights are High-Pressure Sodium Lamps (HPS). These are globally used as they produce bright light and require very little maintenance. LED lights are slowly replacing HPS lamps due to their less energy consumption. Find a wide range of antique, new and vintage lighting on 1stDibs

Question 3

What is a coach light?

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Coach lights are slender and are mostly attached to vehicle pillars. They are commonly used in the center of a limousine. Coach lights are also called opera lamps. Shop a range of antique and vintage lamps on 1stDibs.

Question 4

What is a cloud light?

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A cloud light is a decorative light made mainly from paper lanterns and cotton batting. It is small, lightweight, fully portable, battery-operated and easy to assemble. It could be hung from the ceiling or can be stand-alone. On 1stDibs, find a variety of vintage and contemporary cloud lights.

Question 5

What is chandelier lighting?

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A chandelier is typically suspended from a branching system with multiple lights on the ends, rather than one single light or a pair of lights hanging from a chord or chain.

Question 6

What is a string light?

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String lights refer to a series of small electric lights which are spaced evenly along a cable and used for decoration. They are mostly used during festivals or special occasions. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of string lights and a whole lot of other vintage and antique lighting solutions to choose from.

Question 7

What is MOE lighting?

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MOE Lighting was one of the best Mid-Century Modern lighting manufacturers in the 1940s through the 1970s. A range of designs included chandeliers, pendants, sconces, and ceiling lights made of metal, glass, wood, fiberglass and other materials. Find a collection of vintage MOE lighting from top sellers worldwide on 1stDibs.

Question 8

What is a tole light?

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The word tole comes from the French and it means painted metal or tin. Frequently, tole painting was done on metal shaped like flowers. A chandelier or a light fixture may have this type of adornment, making it a tole light. On 1stDibs, find vintage and contemporary tole lights from top sellers around the world.

Question 9

What is a Sputnik light?

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A Sputnik light refers to many variations of lighting fixtures that have been designed over the years with a starburst shape and numerous bulbs on the ends. Well-known versions include a mid-century modern classic by Gino Sarfatti and an expressionistic icon by J. & L. Lobmeyr. The crucial feature of what is usually nicknamed a Sputnik light — which comes from a famous Soviet Union satellite’s name — is that it has a core surrounded by multiple arms with light bulbs. This makes it an excellent option for creating ambient light. Find a collection of antique and vintage lights on 1stDibs today.

Question 10

What is a shop light?

Accepted Answer

Shop lights are lights that are commonly used in garages and workshops. Hence, they are named ‘shop’ lights. LED lights are recommended as an ideal choice for shop lights due to its sturdiness. On 1stDibs, find a range of antique, vintage and contemporary lights.

Question 11

What is a mission light?

Accepted Answer

A Mission light is a lighting fixture that reflects the stylistic principles of Mission style architecture and design popular from 1910 to 1940. Normally, the lighting features a wood or metal frame and a glass shade. Find a collection of Mission lighting on 1stDibs.

Question 12

What is chandelier light?

Accepted Answer

A chandelier light is a type of candelabra lamp, meaning that it is a decorative branched suspension of lights mounted from the ceiling. A variety of antique, new and vintage chandeliers can be found on 1stDibs.

Question 13

What Is a swag light?

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A swag light is a regular light fixture that you plug into the wall and hang from the ceiling. They usually come with a decorative chain or cord.

Question 14

What are dome lights?

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Dome lights are interior cabin lights attached to the ceilings of vehicles. Dome lights get their name from the dome shaped cover of the lights. These lights are considered safety features in cars.

Question 15

Does a diamond give off light?

Accepted Answer

No, a diamond does not give off light but rather reflects, refracts and disperses light. Part of the brilliance of a high-quality diamond is the reflection it gives off, which travels through the diamond giving it a scattered light apparence. Shop a collection of high-quality diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.

Question 16

What is the fitter on a light fixture?

Accepted Answer

A fitter is a mechanism by which a lampshade attaches to a lamp. There are different types of fitters including the washer, the clip, the Uno, and the Chimney.

Question 17

What is flush mount lighting?

Accepted Answer

A flush mount light is generally a dome-shaped light fixture that is mounted flush with the ceiling.

Question 18

What is the difference between a lamp and a light?

Accepted Answer

The difference between a lamp and a light is specificity. Any fixture that produces illumination with electricity can be called a light. Lamp is a more specific term for a freestanding light fixture that usually features a shade. Table lamps, floor lamps and desk lamps are all types of lamps. Find a wide variety of lamps and other lighting on 1stDibs.

Question 19

Why is it called Rembrandt lighting?

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Rembrandt lighting is called that due to the Dutch painter Rembrandt, who popularized it with his oil paintings. Rembrandt was well known for creating scenes with mostly dark backgrounds and dramatic white lighting. You can see examples of this in his works, like The Return of the Prodigal Son and The Anatomy Lesson of Dr. Nicolaes Tulp. Director Cecil B. DeMille coined the term, and it is now widely used in both studio photography and cinematography. Find a variety of fine art from some of the world's top galleries and dealers on 1stDibs.

Question 20

What is the best lighting for a bathroom?

Accepted Answer

There are many kinds of lighting for your bathroom -- it's really a matter of preference. On 1stDibs, you can find a variety of vintage, modern and antique lights for sale. Choose from pendant lights, vanity lights, chandlers and more.

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