An industrial barn-style chandelier can add style and an interesting focal point to a room. Plus, these lamps can add ambiance and lighting as well. Furthermore, Edison bulb chandeliers with cage frames are also very lightweight and easy to install. Not to mention, they cost less than most other types of lights.


Industrial Edison Bulb Cage Lamp Chandelier
Large Vintage Barn Chandelier


Modern Pendant Light with Black Open Frame and Edison Bulbs to Hang About Kitchen Island or Dining Table
Modern, Open-Frame Pendant


Vintage Industrial Metal Cage 5-Light Chandelier
Rustic Barn Metal Chandelier

Above, you can see a few great examples of this type of loft-style lighting. They all give off a significant amount of light due to the number of bulbs that they hold. Yet, they only require a single hardwire connection, which simplifies the electrical work.

Do-It-Yourself with Edison Bulbs?

However, who said you had to buy one? In other words, why not make your own DIY Edison bulb chandelier? With a homemade project, you can typically save a lot of money. As a result, this enables you to create a larger lamp for under $200.

The video below explains exactly how to to do it step-by-step. As you’ll see, you can get creative with the size and shape of your design. In other words, you can easily make it fit your space and lighting needs.

Lamps Made with Mason Jars?

Second, mason jars make really cool pendant lights, chandeliers, wall sconces and table lamps. They have that casual homemade craftsmanship that looks traditional and classic at the same time. Not to mention, they look unique and get people’s attention.

Mason jar lamps also come in different glass colors. In fact, there are several monochromatic styles and multi-color lights handmade by a company called BootsNGus. The colored glass allows you to enjoy the color during the daytime as well.

On top of that, these “unexpected” jars can give industrial chandeliers a one-of-a-kind look without costing a fortune. Plus, you don’t have to make it yourself. That said, I don’t have a problem with you telling your friends that you made it.

Check out these cool lighting ideas:


Mason Jar Chandelier
Canning Mason Jar Chandelier



Multi-Color Jar Cluster Lamp


Farmhouse Style Mason Jar Chandelier with 5 Lights
Spiral Mason Jar Chandelier

Industrial Chandeliers Constructed of Pipes

Finally, you can buy or make pipe chandelier lamps. These fixtures have a subtle, understated design, yet they look impressive at the same time.

For example, use them in a bar, kitchen, man cave or workshop where you want a rustic or industrial look. Then, add Edison bulbs to give them even more vintage style.

The rectangular shaped lamps make them ideal for hanging over kitchen islands, bars or dining room tables. Furthermore, some even include unique detailing like valves, which make them look like you might have pulled them right out of the backyard.


Water Pipe Chandelier
Water Pipe Chandelier with Valve



9-Light Adjustable Pipe Chandelier


Vintage Cage Pendant Light Wade of Galvanized metal Pipes, Cage Lanterns and Edison Bulbs
Metal Pipe Chandelier with Cage Lamps