How to turn anything into a lamp - oil lamp upcycle!

Learn how to turn just about anything into a lamp with my simple tutorial where I upcycle an old German WW2 oil lamp into a beautiful pendant lamp with 3 core braided flex & torpedo switch. First I restore the lamp & seal it before wiring up the electrics.
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Materials & equipment used:
Oil lamp from www.dortonreclaim.com
Bicarb soda
wire wool
scouring pad
old toothbrush
120 grit fine sandpaper
water
small & normal phillips & flat head screw drivers
flex stripper or stanley blade
lampholder www.lampsandlights.co.uk
hollow threaded bar (M10)
torpedo/rocker switch
plug
Vintage style filament bulb - eBay
nuts & washers (M10)
3 core braided flex
Simonz acrylic lacquer - Halfords
(Disclaimer - It is your responsibility to wire electrics properly, I take no responsibility for any accidents occurring from improper wiring after watching this video!)
Magic Jewellery necklace & ring from www.jeremy-hoye...
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[@bronzesnake7004]

I know some collectors who are still weeping after watching this WWII German lamp build! Nice job!! LOL! Perhaps you've not only created an awesome, but you've also shed some light on the whole death collector industry! Wooo! Welfare Batman approves! Jack

[@David2122006]

Might have been easier to just clan lamp with a curved wire brush, and then simply wax it? Also should mention not spraying aerosols indoors, without adequate ventilation, and a mask, finally you cannot sell any item you make, unless it has been tested and approved by a Qualified Electrician.

[@vaunearl6285]

I really dig the lamp, would look great in a cabin or beach house.

[@chrisnich3088]

Really good instructions, just in the process of renovating a ships searchlight and wanted to wire in a LED bulb. Just wanted to confirm how to wire it in and you confirmed it. Thanks ChrisN

[@johnanderle9226]

Turned out great. My favorite things...a little Dust and Rust.lol. Making a few of these for sure.

[@sergiogarza1152]

Mandame tu numero de cel para mandarte unos proyectos de materiales resiclados

[@bronzesnake7004]

Cheap tip from Welfare Batman dude guy - buy one of those cheap $7 battery toothbrushes to cut down the cleaning labor by half! I'm not just another manly, handsome "some say gorgeous" amazing, mojo monster, chick magnet... i'm also an egotesticle l , arrogant, narcissists, B.S.- ing tipster in my spare time...so...ya. Jack

[@paulasavage6106]

I think it would have been better if the cable came out at the base

[@michaelpovey5123]

This is so cool! It's inspired me to finish my projector lamp project I was doin

[@CharisWilliams]

Thank you! Glad you like it Michael, I'd love to see your project when it's finished.

[@bronzesnake7004]

Oh kripes! I just noticed the camo pants, how ironic! Jack Canada..aye?

[@lorisorrows1121]

I liked your explanations of the process you go through and how you decide things like not completely removing all the rust from the lantern. I'm just finding my interest in lamp making so processes and decision making interest me as much as techniques. Great video!

[@CharisWilliams]

Lori Sorrows thank you for your comment! I’m glad you like my lamp video. I’ll be doing more soon as I’m bringing out lamp kits with everything needed to make your own 😊. Here’s link to my mailing list incase you’re interested eepurl.com/dhlQTb let me know how your lamp making goes 😊👍💡

[@MrBretonian]

Great tutorial video I was left some old woodworking tools which I want to make into lamps. Thanks for showing me how too

[@calebharrington8534]

I'm younger and have passion to build you are a great person to look up to so thank you

[@michaelpovey5123]

Cool! I'll tag you in when it's done, where do your get your light kits from? I'm Struggling to find the rods

[@CharisWilliams]

The hallow threaded bar I get from lamps and lights, I've added the website & all the info to the description now (I was out when it finished uploading 🙈), I look forward to seeing what you've made 😊

[@michaelpovey5123]

+Charis Williams ahh ok I'll have a look later on! Fankkkks!!!

[@26354mr]

Lovely...the lamp too.

[@justsayin4017]

How would a toothbrush get a pube in it ? Lol what an old brass..........lamp of course. Nice work Charis, new subbie

[@gerardlacey9384]

Beautiful!, it's a work of art!, I have a lamp identical to it which I tried to restore but I can't stop it from leaking so I think I'll copy your idea. Many thanks. Le gra!. Gérard lacey in Ireland. X.

[@dsbh100158]

CHEERS FROM ACROSS THE POND!!! i already knew how to do it....just love to hear your accent and humor...BUT THE WW2 COLLECTORS ARE PROBLY STILL BASHING THEIR HEADS...LOL

[@steveraynes55]

Looks like you connected the plug wrongly. you put the blue which is neutral to the fuse side

[@SavannahLawrence27]

Hi charis hydrgen peroxide and baking soda work even better than just soda give it a try on tough build up I bet you will love how fast it removesoldcrap, lol great idea you had too very cool!

[@CribbaKaos]

Gosa i wish. Was in your Art-Crib! Lets make what we need, from what we have or can recycle huh! Lvelipe!

[@SymphonyDogs]

I blew myself up :(

[@CharisWilliams]

Haha!! 😳⚡️😵

[@disconeil]

Great video Charis! Your channel is growing and the ideas are great inspiration! I love the idea of "up-cycling" there are only so many things we can take from our planet. Thanks for taking time to upload your films. N.

[@CharisWilliams]

Thank you Neil! It's great to hear you like the videos & appreciate my ideas, some times it can feel like a bit of an uphill battle filming on your own! Lol. This is just what I need on a Monday morning (plus coffee obvs) for more inspiration & motivation! Have a great week, Charis 😁♻️

[@disconeil]

I am really pleased I came across your channel, I have gone a little crazy because we (my wife and I are now following you on Twitter and watching the back catalogue of videos on you tube. I have also added your website to my favourite list but I haven't had time to check it out yet. I look forward to your future films but I also understand the amount of work that goes into them is enormous! Take Care. N.

[@moonolyth]

Cool Mannequin in the back ground.. In the old days for plains wood tool etc. a fine rubbing of boild linseed oil would seal the metal from rusting. Also after oxidizing a sculpture, one can seal with same stuff.. Not as appealing as red rust but... If you want to get the rust off safely completely you can soak part in a vat of 1 part Molasses 9 parts water for 2 weeks. the part will come out grayish looking void of rust, The vat will last up to 7 months. If needed. Just saying.

[@sherrylkeith9695]

Really enjoy it. Let's check woodprix plans also.

[@virtualrealityone1443]

good job!

[@CarolynWainscott]

good one, thanks for all the info

[@waitersluvhjy66]

My works too. Used WoodPrix handbooks and build it with no problems.

[@Rita-yw2tn]

I've heard that u can soak the rusted things in coca cola & it works . I tried it on some rusted tools and it worked really fast . U are doing an amazing job absolutely beautiful ! 💖

[@minijoe25]

How have i only just found your channel. brilliant tutorial, will be using your techniques. :D

[@turrissie9]

Beautiful job! Great looking lamp... I'll have to give it try!

[@bonniemassey5420]

I see it took me a couple years to see this tutorial, my loss. I enjoy your humor and appreciate that you explain procedures simply enough so that those (like me) understand.xoxo

[@charlesdeloy8679]

Awsome great job I make lamps and I know all about trying to fit my big hand in a tight glass shade. Sometimes I get the kid to help me "small hands" lol

[@saydesign74]

Awsome video thank you! See you at the workshop on Saturday!

[@wood4nothing284]

Cool tutorial. Cheers Tim from wood 4 nothing

[@romeliapolly1212]

I made it with woodprix handbooks !

[@philipsmith3297]

Hi but it looks like you put the blue wire in the live lol

[@karynsiouxhamon2714]

Very cool Thank you.

[@thomaswilliams6155]

Wow, you not only made a great light, but you also made my day. this is my first contact with your video's and I hope you made a bunch more. peace

[@CharisWilliams]

Thomas Williams Hi! Thank you for the lovely comment! Really pleased you like my videos 😘. There’s a lot more coming soon, had a bit of a break because there’s a lot of changes going on here! (Good ones!)

[@lampsandlightsltd]

What a transformation Charis, Thanks for the shout out :)