Making is a way to decoratethe room with an original and unique accessory. The choice of materials for making a lamp is practically unlimited. Of course, you need to take into account the style of interior design, color scheme. But otherwise, everything depends on the imagination and skill of the amateur designer. One of the most popular materials is bamboo. A bamboo lamp is an ideal solution for rooms decorated in Japanese style.
Bamboo is quite popular today.material used in the decor of rooms in the oriental style, bamboo lamps look especially elegant. To make a lighting fixture from bamboo with your own hands, you will need the following tools:
- Furniture stapler;
- drill with a set of drills;
- a jigsaw;
- glue is universal;
- soldering iron.
Here are practical tips on how to make lamps using natural material - bamboo.
Bamboo trunk as an element of a luminaire
Get the original bamboo lampby placing the prepared lighting mechanism in a hollow bamboo stem with cut holes. It is possible to make a lamp from start to finish on your own only if you have certain knowledge and skills in building an electrical circuit in compliance with all safety rules. In this case, it will be necessary to use a soldering iron (for a reliable connection of wires). You can make a bamboo lamp by placing a lighting mechanism inside a hollow stem: this can be an LED strip or a regular New Year's garland. When using a garland, the lamp can be multi-colored. Of course, miracles do not happen, and the light will not penetrate through an opaque bamboo stem. You will have to make holes in the bamboo stem with your own hands. To make holes in the stem, use a drill and a jigsaw, having previously marked their location, size and shape. For stability, you can make a wooden stand as a base. This is a fairly simple way to create an original atmospheric lighting device with your own hands. A hollow bamboo stem can be used as a decorative element for the design of a table lamp or floor lamp. This is the easiest way to improve the appearance of the lamp, to bring the spirit of the East into it. Return to the table of contents</a>
Chandelier, floor lamp or table lamp with bamboo shade
A special atmosphere in the room will help to createa table lamp whose soft light shines through the thin bamboo slats of the lampshade. Thin bamboo slats can be used to make a lampshade for a table lamp, sconce, floor lamp or chandelier. Whatever the shape of the lampshade, you will need to secure both ends of each bamboo slat. To do this, you need to make a frame out of bamboo, to which narrow bamboo strips will subsequently be secured with furniture staples. If the slats are not supposed to be straight, then they should be given the desired shape before assembling the lampshade. The slats should be bent after being well moistened, then secured in the desired position and left until completely dry. If the lower edge of the lampshade should have a softer shape, the slats can be connected to each other using thread. To make the product look harmonious, it is advisable to use natural unpainted threads. After the slats are secured, the staples will need to be hidden under a decorative overlay. This can also be a narrow bamboo strip. To fix the decorative strip, use universal glue: apply it to the surfaces to be glued, press them tightly together, fasten with clamps and leave until the glue sets completely. Bamboo lampshades let in a small amount of light through the gaps between the structural elements. This should be taken into account when creating a sketch and making a bamboo lamp. It cannot act as the main source of artificial lighting, but is rather used as an additional one. Making a bamboo lamp with your own hands is not as difficult a task as it may seem at first glance. If you want to get an original accessory for your interior, you should try making it yourself.
