Vintage Bathroom Light Fixture -- How Do I Install It?
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HE isn't. I was just giving a nod to an appliance manufacturer that for decades turned out quality products.
I have two Westinghouse ceiling fans that I bought several years ago. Of course they were made in China, just like the parts I bought today, but it's nice to see the brand and the underscored W logo hasn't disappeared entirely, even if it doesn't represent even a particle of the original company. That's all.
I have two Westinghouse ceiling fans that I bought several years ago. Of course they were made in China, just like the parts I bought today, but it's nice to see the brand and the underscored W logo hasn't disappeared entirely, even if it doesn't represent even a particle of the original company. That's all.
Looks very good. I really like the glass, it's quite unique. Good job!
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I just saw this one on ebay. It appears to have the same finish that catches light from different directions.
I like the geometric pattern better, but not for $120!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/162276124032?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
I just saw this one on ebay. It appears to have the same finish that catches light from different directions.
I like the geometric pattern better, but not for $120!
http://www.ebay.com/itm/162276124032?_trksid=p2055119.m1438.l2649&ssPageName=STRK:MEBIDX:IT
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pay no attention Ralph, the rest of us Appliance enthusiast get it...
you did good, you didn't have much of a deep box to work with, that was a challenge alone...
if I ever come across longer ones, I might switch mine out as well....
nice design on both of those shades......
congrats on another job well done....
you did good, you didn't have much of a deep box to work with, that was a challenge alone...
if I ever come across longer ones, I might switch mine out as well....
nice design on both of those shades......
congrats on another job well done....
Ralph,
I think this looks beautiful. Great job. Congrats!
I think this looks beautiful. Great job. Congrats!
Ralph, that turned out really nice. I like that shade.
I'm surprised they used a "pancake" box in the original construction of your home; is it in a masonry wall?
I did find a mounting crossbar that may have been the original type used for this fixture. See link below.
I bought a similar style glass shade at a school that was being renovated, but it slips down into a bracket on the fixture. Didn't get the fixture, as I would have had to go back a couple days later after power was disconnected to that part of the building, and I had something else to do that day.
http://www.mylampparts.com/Products/Cross-Bar-4-Tapped-14-27__SL16002.aspx
I'm surprised they used a "pancake" box in the original construction of your home; is it in a masonry wall?
I did find a mounting crossbar that may have been the original type used for this fixture. See link below.
I bought a similar style glass shade at a school that was being renovated, but it slips down into a bracket on the fixture. Didn't get the fixture, as I would have had to go back a couple days later after power was disconnected to that part of the building, and I had something else to do that day.
http://www.mylampparts.com/Products/Cross-Bar-4-Tapped-14-27__SL16002.aspx
Tom, you're exactly right about the "pancake" box. This half bath occupies a gable that has stuccoed exterior on three sides.
Good try with the mounting bar, but the original hole in the fixture was only the diameter of a standard electrical mounting screw. 1/4" would have been too large.
I've turned the shade upside down since I took the pictures above. It seemed too much like granny's fancy draperies the other way. Now it has a more non-descript/less feminine design IMO.
Good try with the mounting bar, but the original hole in the fixture was only the diameter of a standard electrical mounting screw. 1/4" would have been too large.
I've turned the shade upside down since I took the pictures above. It seemed too much like granny's fancy draperies the other way. Now it has a more non-descript/less feminine design IMO.
Ralph, you did a good job, it looks great. I haven't renovated my bathroom much. I still use the lights which the previous owners installed since they are still in a good condition. I found an interesting blog online that offered some tips on how to keep your bathroom upgraded without the need of a renovation ( http://www.dispenser.com/blog/organizedbath/5-ways-you-can-upgrade-your-bathroom-without-a-remodel/ ). It makes the bathroom more organized and gives you enough space to move about. Getting caddies and dispensers can avoid a lot of clutter in the bathroom.
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