If you’re new to LED technology, you may ask why are LEDs so desirable? To start off with, most of the energy emitted from incandescent bulbs is converted to heat instead of light. Since LED lights are about 85 percent more efficient than incandescent bulbs, they consume significantly less energy and don’t emit as much heat. LED lighting does not contain hazardous materials such as mercury either. The U.S. Department of Energy estimates that widespread adoption of LED lighting by both individual consumers and businesses by 2025 would reduce electricity demands from lighting by 62 percent and eliminate 258 million metric tons of carbon emissions. Consider that a gift to the planet for Earth Day!

And just because our line of LED lights is environmentally friendly and energy-efficient doesn’t mean they’re short on style. The Barn Lighting LED Collection features your favorite goosenecks, cord-hung, and stem-mount pendants including the Astro Shallow Bowl Cord Hung LED Pendant and our trademark fixture The Original™ Warehouse LED Gooseneck Light. And our signature Porcelain Enamel Lighting is also available with LEDs.

All of these fixtures can be customized with dozens of options including shade size, a rainbow of finish colors, colored cotton twist cords, wire guards, and cast guard and glass. The LED options include your choice of lumens and either a domed or flat lens.

LEDs are fast becoming the light bulb of choice for consumers, and you’ll start saving money, through reduced energy consumption and lower maintenance costs, the minute you flip the switch!

“With all this history popping up, we knew had to incorporate that into the new design with an industrial warehouse feel,” explains Mary Langsdorf, who spearheaded the remodeling efforts. Those efforts were extensive and included the removal and repouring of 8,000 square feet of concrete flooring and rebuilding two 50-foot brick walls. When it came to lighting, Mary spent countless hours searching for the perfect fixtures. Typical fluorescent fixtures simply wouldn’t do as she wanted to carry the industrial theme to every detail. Mary bought, and returned, many lights before she found The Mig Retro Steel Industrial Pendant at Barn Light Electric.

“I ordered all kinds of lights and returned them because of size and color issues,” she says. “Since we are a metal and pipe shop, we do a great deal of welding, so when I saw Barn Light Electric’s acetylene caps, I fell in love!” Mary wanted the lights to reflect the history of the company which is now run by Frank M. Booth’s great grandchildren. The American-made Mig Pendants are crafted from repurposed acetylene tank tops that come with a standard cord or a colored cotton or cotton twist cord. Each fixture and finish is unique.

“Since we are so involved with welding in both our shops, I knew I had to pick these lights,” Mary adds. “Our color is the same yellow as the finish on the lights so I had to give these a try. I love that they are such a novelty piece. The guys go down that hallway and get a big smile on their faces because hanging from the ceiling are actual items we use in the shop. It definitely adds more character to our building!”

Photo courtesy of Frank M. Booth

The shallow, wavy shade of this beautiful gooseneck light is a classic design straight from the 1930s when these fixtures were often spotted at roadside gas stations. You remember those — where someone actually pumped your gas, checked your oil, and cleaned your windshield?

This shade, found in a small cafè in Tennessee, adds a whimsical element to the simple dècor. This fixture looks like our Starfire Radial Wave Reflector Gooseneck Light, a fun and flirty shade attached to a sturdy gooseneck arm to bring the shade up and away from the wall.

The American-made Starfire is available in three shade sizes and 12 durable powdercoat finish colors. Choose from more than 20 gooseneck arms, in a variety of styles, to give your light the perfect projection for your space. If you’re looking for some vintage flavor, add a cast guard and glass which is customizable with finish color and either clear, frosted, or ribbed glass.

A budget-friendly choice for residential applications, the Starfire is also a great pick for commercial lighting applications such as restaurants, retail spaces, and offices. These shades are hand-crafted by our artisans from commercial grade steel and designed to withstand heavy traffic areas. Complementary fixtures such as the Starfire Radial Wave Reflector Cord Pendant Light and the Starfire Radial Wave Reflector Wall Sconce are also available to help carry the look throughout a commercial space.

And if you prefer the long-lasting durability and high-gloss shine of porcelain enamel lighting, this wavy design is available as the Goodrich™ Seaside Radial Wave Reflector Porcelain Gooseneck Light and the Ivanhoe™ Seaside Radial Wave Reflector Porcelain Pendant Light.

But what if you want something truly unique and different for your commercial lighting plan? Then consider what this business did and pick out a flirty radial wave shade and get a custom gooseneck arm to give it even more character! This shade looks very much like our Starfire Radial Wave Reflector Gooseneck Light which is part of our collection of Gooseneck Barn Lighting. This American-made gooseneck light comes in three popular shade sizes — 12″, 14″ and 16″ — and is crafted from commercial grade steel by our own craftsmen. It can be finished in one of a dozen beautiful powdercoat finish colors ranging from Black to Barn Red to Bronze. More than 20 gooseneck arm styles are available for this light but if you need something custom made, just call one of our very knowledgeable and friendly sales reps who can talk with you about what you need.

And if you want to save on your long-term energy and maintenance costs, don’t miss our newest collection of LED Lighting featuring the Starfire Radial Wave Reflector LED Gooseneck Light! All of the style you love with the latest in LED technology that offers high-efficiency, bright white lighting. These LEDs are manufactured to last 50,000 hours so they’re perfect for commercial businesses that don’t want to change light bulbs constantly!

These pendants look very much like our Bantam Artesia Pendant Light which offers all of the styling of larger RLM warehouse shades but in a compact and functional fixture. We love how the aluminum finish adds some shine to the warm wood tones and the texture of the stacked stone on the walls. Available in both 8″ and 10″ shade sizes, this rugged fixture is a great choice for restaurant lighting as it offers plenty of downward directed light onto the table where it’s needed.

This American-made, cord-hung pendant comes with your choice of a standard black or white cord, or dress it up a bit with a colored cotton cord. The Red Chevron cord in particular adds a playful twist to this charming light! Customize your Artesia pendant in one of a dozen beautiful and durable powdercoat finish colors ranging from Black or Galvanized to the cheery Barn Red or Buttery Yellow. A wire cage, in your choice of finish colors, can be added to this fixture to provide protection to the bulb and add a vintage look.

To create a cohesive look to your restaurant or commercial lighting plan, consider the complementary fixtures in the Artesia family such as the Bantam Artesia Goosneck Light and the Bantam Artesia Stem Mount Pendant. Both come in the same 8″ and 10″ sizes as the cord-hung pendant and can be fully customized with finish and other options.

Top photo courtesy Okie Dokies Smokehouse

Designers who work on commercial lighting projects look for fixtures that are crafted from quality materials that won’t rust or fall apart in six months. Affordable lights that are energy conscious and budget friendly also rank high on a professional’s list!

All of our porcelain enamel lights, including the Goodrich™ family of goosenecks, the Ivanhoe™ cord hung pendants, the Benjamin™ stem mounts, and the Wheeler™ family of wall sconces, are all American made and hand crafted by our metal artisans. Two coats of porcelain enamel glass are hand applied to each shade which is then baked in our porcelain oven to create the long-lasting, high gloss finish that characterizes porcelain enamel lighting. Each shade develops its own unique character thanks to this hands-on process. Commercial business owners especially appreciate the minimal maintenance that is required to keep these shades looking brand new. A simple dusting now and then and a soap-and-water cleanup is all it takes!

Great care was taken to continue the vintage theme with the lighting in Pack’s Tavern. In addition to numerous schoolhouse pendants, individual booths are lit by these handsome barn pendants. These shades are similar to our Colby Pendant Light which is part of our collection of Barn Pendant Lighting. Perfect for commercial settings such as this, the 9″wide Colby shade casts plenty of light onto a table without a lot of glare. This American made, classic light provides loads of character with its flared shade and distinctive arm detailing. Available in 30 finish colors, you can find one to complement almost any design scheme.

If you’re striving for more of a vintage industrial look for your commercial business, then make a statement with The Mig Retro Steel Industrial Pendant. Crafted from acetylene tank tops, the Mig pendant will become a real conversation starter in your space. Repurposed and eco-friendly, the Mig pendant adds a dose of vintage styling to any pub, retail store, or industrial venue. The Mig comes in 10 different finish colors and can be customized with a colored cotton or cotton twist cord.

These shiny barn pendants are doing a first rate job of highlighting these display tables and adding a bit of bling to this mall store in North Carolina. To get this look for your commercial lighting plan, check out our Universal Cord Hung Pendant which is available in four shade sizes and starts at just under $100. This American made fixture boasts plenty of modern detailing and comes in your choice of a dozen different finish colors. These range from traditional finishes like Black, White, or Galvanized to trendier shades like Buttery Yellow, Royal Blue, or Barn Red that will add a pop of color to your establishment.

Choose a standard cord or try a colored cotton or cotton twist cord for even more personality. If you’re looking for a vintage touch, consider adding a wire cage or cast guard and glass to your fixture. These options not only protect your bulb in high traffic areas but add an antique look to your fixture. To really boost the vintage volume, add a nostalgic Edison style light bulb which comes in a variety of shapes and styles!

These are much like our Commercial Gooseneck Angle Shade Light which comes in three shade sizes and more than 20 finish colors. Whether your business opts for a traditional look or something a little more wild and crazy, we have a finish option to suit your personality. Other customizing options let you create a truly unique fixture including more than a dozen gooseneck arm sizes and styles plus commerical wattage and ballast mount options.

In this store, we were wowed by the deep bowl pendant that looks very similar to our Wesco Cord Hung Pendant Light, a modern pendant that starts under $100. American made by our own craftsmen, the Wesco comes in five shade sizes and a range of beautiful powdercoat finish colors from White, Black, or Galvanized to livelier shades of Barn Red, Buttery Yellow, or Royal Blue. This pendant can also be customized with a wire guard or cast guard and glass which protects the bulb in high traffic areas such as retail stores and restaurants.

Porcelain lighting is also a great choice for commercial lighting needs. Hand spun here in our porcelain enamel manufacturing facility, our porcelain shades are crafted from commercial grade steel and baked with two coats of porcelain enamel glass for a long-lasting shiny finish that never fades or corrodes. Check out our entire collection of Goodrich™ goosenecks, Benjamin™ stem mounts, Ivanhoe™ cord hung pendants, and Wheeler™ wall sconces!

These pendants are very much like our Metropolitan Dual Finish Pendants which feature two finish colors in one gorgeous fixture. The sleek teardrop shape adds an elegant touch that is perfect for islands such as this, for the dining room, or for a bedroom. The Metropolitan is finished in a Dark Bronze with a touch of copper where the shade widens from the stem. The 18″ wide shade has a white interior that reflects light very well, and the fixture comes with a 15 foot standard black cord.

A mid-sized version of the Metropolitan can be found in the Metropolitan Polished 10″ Duo Pendant which features the same classic teardrop shape widening into a 10″ shade. This mid-sized fixture comes in your choice of a Dark Bronze or Black finish and also has the touch of copper at the base of the stem. Unlike the Metropolitan Dual Finish Pendant, this fixture is rated for damp locations so not only is it perfect for the dining room, but consider it for screened porches or breezeways. And for even tighter spaces, such as a reading nook or breakfast corner, don’t miss the Metropolitan Mini Pendant which is just over 7″ wide but has all the style and charm of its bigger cousins!

Top photo courtesy of Remodelista