Nautical Lighting
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Inspired by Davey Lighting’s long history producing fixtures for British maritime vessels, the Original BTC Ship's Hook Table Light seems to have been salvaged from an old ship yard. The weathered patina of the brass cage is nostalgic of lanterns found on early 20th century ships, emitting a comforting light through the frosted glass diffuser. Given a hand-held hook for easy portability, all metal components are forged by specialists in the UK, achieving an authentically British industrial style.
Bring extra brightness and antique-inspired style to a dimly-lit space with the Ship’s Well Glass Table Light by Original BTC/Davey Lighting. The clear glass shade allows the light source to shine through in a strong yet calming manner, while its weathered brass finish provides a rustic vibe and extra durability. Attached with a cotton braided cable, this fixture is perfect for setting an intimate tone in a bedroom, living room or entryway.
Small and compact for use in exterior living environments, the Freeport Outdoor Wall Sconce by Hinkley Lighting creates a warm and immersive lighting experience while utilizing a familiar yet elevated aesthetic. The fixture’s framework, formed into the classic silhouette of New England coastal fixtures, is created from a durable cast aluminum while clear, seedy glass is used as a diffuser to the internal lamping. These factors allow the piece both durability and the ability to supply a steady stream of warm, comforting light.
The Sebring Outdoor Flushmount by Sea Gull Lighting brings that undeniable nautical charm to your home décor. Its industrial-esque design features a smooth metal body (available in different finishes) with charming knob accents and an open parabolic cage at its base. Within the cage, a Clear Seeded Glass shade diffuses light from an inner source, eliciting a warm, shimmering ambiance that makes you feel you’re right on the coast.
Reminiscent of the weather-beaten fixtures found in a small New England seaside village, the Hinkley Lighting Freeport Outdoor Post Mount features a single seeded glass shade encased by a cylindrical metal frame, all of which is mounted on top of a sturdy metal post (not included). Use two or more to illuminate a long walkway.
Whether the night is stormy or clear, the Troy Lighting Charleston Outdoor Wall Mount will point the way home every time. Its nautical sensibility is inspired in part by the shape of a seaman's compass. The circular frame is made out of solid brass and finished in a rich Heritage Bronze, while panels of Antique Clear glass along the front and sides create a watertight shade. Available in two sizes.
Nautical yet modern. The Caparros Mini Pendant/Semi-Flushmount by Kichler will add a touch of the seaside aesthetic into your home. The clear ribbed glass shade is paired with metalwork in a gleaming finish. Install a few as an alternative to one large fixture or use as a semi-flushmount to illuminate a small space. Using an Edison bulb will give it timeless charm.
You don’t have to be at the beach to enjoy a little nautical nuance. Kichler’s Seaside LED Ceiling Fan brings the beach straight to you with a traditional maritime silhouette that resonates ocean vibes. This 52-inch patio fan rotates 4 flat blades round a classic maritime shade, and includes a cased opal globe light for added visibility in the dark. Features a pull-chain for easy manual use and pushes over 5,000 cubic feet of air per minute on its highest setting.
Faro Barcelona's Winch Ceiling Fan has a bit of a nautical notion and takes its inspiration from gas lanterns on old fishing boats. The 52 blade span produces more than 5,000 cubic feet of airflow per minute and features a handheld remote for easy control. Includes an integrated light kit for additional downlighting.
The Portico Patio Fan by Quorum International takes its inspiration from the vintage maritime aesthetic. With 5 fan blades and over 5,000 cubic feet of airflow per minute, the Portico fan will surely put the wind in your sails. This wet-rated fan also features a downlight for nighttime hours. The Portico fan is the perfect amount of nautical nuance for your patio.
If you're scanning the horizon for a handsome ceiling fan with a bevy of nautical details, the search ends with the Craftmade Port Arbor Outdoor Ceiling Fan. A rich espresso finish combined with the patten of the phenolic shade and hammered body details make for a handsome package that's worth writing home about.
The Craftmade Tyrod Ceiling Fan incorporates long metal rods that add a touch of nautical flair to its transitional design, while its Polished Nickel finish and Classic Walnut blades are pure contemporary style. This fan also features an energy efficient, 6-speed DC motor and LED downlight, making it a great way to keep temperatures, and costs, down to a minimum.
The Emerson Amhurst Ceiling Fan offers a choice of rustic, vintage or sleek, depending on the finish combo chosen. The Amhurst has nice detailing as well, with distinctive blade irons and a decorative bracket over the integrated light. Includes a 4.5 downrod and an Emerson SW405 Wall Control.
Perfect for those laid-back days and nights spent outside. The Quorum International Galveston 52 Inch Patio Ceiling Fan keeps your patio or sunroom cool with its heavy-duty, 3 speed-reversible AC motor and 5-flat-edged, wood-finished blades. Perhaps more remarkable is its integrated lantern-style CFL light kit, which offers long-lasting, energy-efficient illumination while hanging overhead like a distant lighthouse over the ocean dunes. Downrods included.
Why We Love Nautical Lighting
Nautical lighting lends a touch of lighthouse or shipboard swag to any interior space. Surrounding metal brackets, exposed bulbs and lantern-style silhouettes reproduce authentic nautical light fixtures for use in homes, restaurants or anywhere that needs some seaside ambiance. Marine style light fixtures once had to stand up to the temperament of the sea, so heavy-duty materials such as sterner metals and thicker glass were required. Sometimes caged in metal with an industrial or old-fashioned motif, the choices vary widely, but the ceiling fans, lights and accessories in this style all imbue the spirit of the sea or seashore.
Where Nautical Light Fixtures Work Best
The dining room and kitchen are ideal places to showcase nautical lighting in layers with wall sconces or pendant lighting. For chandeliers with a lantern vibe, accents in mixed metal, such as copper and stainless steel, reflect the light and theme beautifully. Marine style light fixtures can take the form of a bell, anchor or sea creatures that grace your bathroom with a feeling of adventure and freedom. Use LED lighting to mimic low light conditions onboard an ancient vessel. For outdoor lighting on the porch and patio, try nautical light fixtures in rustic styles, such as caged frames and clear bulbs. Meanwhile, nautical ceiling fans in the foyer or balcony elevate a functional appliance with the spirit of the wind and waves.
Nautical Lighting Designers We Love
Visual Comfort offers bowl or dome-shaped nautical lighting that directs illumination upward for a nuanced spill in modern applications. Hinkley Lighting boasts cylindrical and rectangular nautical light fixtures suitable for many spaces, as well as LED light for galley-style lighting on staircases or room perimeters. Sea Gull Lighting features marine style light fixtures with rope and lantern elements in brush nickel or chrome for an array of decor themes. Troy Lighting designs are named after seaside towns like Sausalito or cities famous for metalwork like Toledo, and their outdoor lighting options are exceptional, offering an architectural complexity that elevates outdoor living spaces. Davey Lighting has fun and functional bulkhead wall sconces suitable for indoor and outdoor decor.
How to Choose the Best Nautical Lights
With low-hanging nautical lighting consider the ceiling height before making a final selection. For vaulted or high ceilings, a chandelier with exposed lighting provides plenty of light and anchors the room. In bathrooms, nautical light fixtures are popular, but you can always add personal mementos from seaside excursions to make your own look. Marine style light fixtures look great on exterior walls or in a galley-style kitchenette, especially when accenting industrial or historical decor. Sconces with a bulkhead or lighthouse vibe illuminate passageways beautifully after sunset.
Other Considerations
Nautical lighting offers a wide range of styles and materials for the creative designer. Consider whether the lighting itself will be the focal point of the space. In that case, larger, showier nautical light fixtures are a perfect choice. For minimalist or modern industrial effects, nautical wall sconces and bulkhead lighting are functional items of interest, without overloading the space or breaking clean lines. To underscore marine style light fixtures, choose braided rugs, seaside or ocean art and photos, and figurines that celebrate whales and other denizens of the deep.
