Installing Wall-Mounted Oil Lamps

[@linak7155]

Those lamterns really perform. This past week, our pastor reminded us that light ✨️shines the brightest the darker it becomes. Let's keep our lights filled with oil 🛢🔦🪔💡🛋

[@teresabrockett7525]

Greetings from Maine! I still use my oil lamps, both at home and on our island house. I have several dozen asst styles, most antiques. A bit of advice, if I may. Make it a habit to always remove and replace the chimney by the base. This allows you to remove it safely even when burning. Also, trim wicks occasionally as needed and round the corners ever so slightly. This will provide a clean flame without what is known as "rabbit ears" or smoke points. Every few burns it's a good idea to raise the wick and pinch off burned wick with a paper towel for a neater burn. Lastly, if you light the lamps, but initially keep the flame low until the lamp warms (a few minutes), you can then raise the wick for a beautiful, bright flame. And since i am rambling on, I must share with you one of my personal pet peeves. People who watch westerns and old movies will note that almost every time the lamp is cranked up and the chimney is smoky. Drives me nuts lol! Anyway, we used to clean the chimneys with kerosene on a rag to remove build-up, but with today's parafin oils, warm, soapy water does the job. Just keep in mind that chimneys are fragile! Enjoy!! There's no better ambiance. ❤😊❤

[@graceandglory1948]

Great advice! Thanks!

[@christigoodeating]

Very beautiful lamps! I like the idea that they have a mirror behind to reflect the light. Now you are more set for emergencies ❤

[@patriciakoester1580]

I have always been crazy in love with Oil Lamps !!! I have 2 large ones used to have many back in the 70’s !! Patricia & Daniel

[@robinphillips3817]

Absolutely love how you refer to Elizabeth as “dear one”.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

I don’t even realize I’m doing it until someone makes a comment about it!

[@kibblenbits]

Good idea! I love my oil lamps, and have 6 of the original parlor sized ones. For task lighting, I have Rayo lamps (they stopped making them in the 1920's), that have round wicks, give off as much light as a 40 watt bulb, and throw a lot of heat (I'm in MI). I have plenty of lamp oil, but originally kerosene was used in them, and still can be. I use technology from 3 different centuries in my prep's. Never hurts to have backup's for your backup's!

[@danielparks3236]

We live in the UK, I have watched you guys for about 6 years now, maybe more (again, I am one of the rocket stove video clan lol! Followed from that video) and I love all of your videos! It's a brings a joy to my week seeing what you guys get up to, you both remind me of two of my grandparents in both personalities, my grandfather Was also called Bill (William) and had an amazing knowledge of building and engineering. I am only 31 so I hope I'm not aging you too much! 😂 I had never heard of prepping, well not in any more than a passing thought anyways. I am absolutely nowhere on your scale, but I don't believe we have a whole lot of people who actually do that over here, so I figured we could make a start on some very basic prepping. This is another brilliant video of something I wouldn't have thought of 🙂. We are actually planning on moving out of our tiny city home in Yorkshire in a couple years, we've just purchased 11 acres of land in North Wales...Lots of plans ahead!

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Prepping is important - everywhere in the world. We are in for some VERY difficult times ahead! These difficult times will be world-wide, as we head into the Great Tribulation of the Bible. And we must be prepared physically, emotionally, and most of all - spiritually! There's no downside to being prepared!

[@jumpin4joync]

Congratulations on the purchase of land.

[@lovespurpleflowers]

Me too, Daniel‼️👍❤️P.S. Congratulations on your land purchase, your friends and family will be watching you!

[@HT-ww3zg]

Isn't it ironic that here in the 21st Century, we are all prepping to live in the 18th Century. Sign of the times, I guess. 😐

[@whyme7996]

signs of a better time.

[@jan6293]

Pretty and practical! Thanks for sharing Bill and Elizabeth.

[@joyogilvie3639]

I was happy to see that there was a bottom hole to stabilize the !intern from rocking on the one screw. My OCD was kicking in when I thought why, "don't you take the lantern out of the holder to hang it?". Also for those who don't want to dust these or they or not your kind of decor. You could have them in you storage and put the screws up behind calendars or wall decor and they could come out during the outage. Another prepper source for light is oil on water in clear glass. You use floating wicks and regular cooking oil even works as a fuel if you're in a pinch. You its very versatile. I would GRT a table lamp instead of another wall lamp. Because the most important thing you need to see is the path way. I know you can take them down but one already down is a good access and then you wouldn't have to keep moving the others. Loving you guys letting your light so shine that others may see your good works.

[@angelialeal8832]

I lived in Northern California during the PSPS (The power company would shut down the power to the entire town for up to 10 days due to wildfire risk) and used oil lamps every night. There were 4 hour lines for gasoline. There is something about living without electricity, maybe its the difference in the light, which enriches the experience and makes time slow down. I enjoyed it very much,.

[@wishfulthinkinghomestead1203]

I have had some just like this for about 30 years. they have moved to several houses over the years but have always been a "permanent" part of my décor. they have come in handy many times. one of those things I would never give up. I hand in my living room, kitchen and dinner areas and hallways.

[@bevyendall6248]

Hi Bill and Elizabeth. Those mounted lamps are such a good idea. We have loadshedding here in South Africa(electricity is switched off for certain periods to accommodate lack of energy supply), so these would be very helpful. Am going to see if I can get something similar locally. Love your house in Florida!!

[@tcmomcoffey4028]

THIS REMINDED ME OF THE BIBLE VERSE ABOUT THE OIL N LAMPS READY N FULL ❤❤

[@robyndowning2990]

Very charming addition! Having the mirror behind the light really increases the output!

[@odahithedubious]

Another good thing to have is an emergency radio. The one we keep in the living room is a small one, with AM, FN, and weather band. It has a hand crank, as well as batteries, and also a small solar panel. It even has a flashlight built in. It even acts as a battery bank to charge a cell phone. It wasn't very expensive, less than $20 on Amazon, and it's a nice backup with a backup to the backup in case we need it. There's a saying, "Two is one, and one is none." I add to that, "Yes, but six is still five." All the best to you, be safe and be blessed.

[@judithcoe7551]

I love the oil lamps on the wall! I need some too, looks pretty and practical!❤🎉😊🙏✝️💖🎈

[@lovespurpleflowers]

Dear Elizabeth and Bill, I sure appreciate all that you do to help folks to be better prepared for emergencies! I do have a number of different ways to provide heating, lighting, etc. I have oil lanterns up the hallways and also lanterns and candelabras that hold my very heavy wax 5 hour candles of which I collected 30 over 15 years. I invested in a Goal Zero Yeti which I have already had to use for a 3 day power outage last year, butane catering stoves and six months worth of fuel. (I first found you when you guys did the rocket stove build, that was when I became a sub) The Bug Buddy heater with 4 propane tanks, a good load of wood and a closet full of Thrive Life for me and my rescues! Yes, you inspired me and I have you as my TL consultant though you may not see my real name here on youtube for safety.❤ Our 1870’s house in the Sierra Nevada has had the same oil lamps with a reflective backplate on the walls for over 100 years, nothing has changed much, right?

[@amyschaefer1140]

Love those wall mounted oil lamps. I live very rural and we loose power here quite often. They would be a nice addition to my oil table lanterns. Thank you! ❤

[@charlotte50224]

Yes, we live out in the country, and have been in our house nearly 47 years. Well, for about the first 15 years or so, (before they put all new wires along the road) it seemed like if the wind even blew very hard our power went out. Sometimes for as long as 10 to 12 hours. When you live on a dead end road, with just 4 houses between you and the end of the road, you're not high on their priority list. We learned quickly to keep flashlights everywhere. And we got a couple of free standing oil lamps. Then one day at a hardware store we came upon a hanging ones some what similar to yours. They don't have the mirror, just a shiny silver colored back plate, and ours are a bit taller and wider than yours. Also, one disadvantage, the oil tank base is metal, too. So you have to open it and look in to check the oil level. But the oil does last a long time, and so does the wick. It's been so many years since we hung ours in our kitchen, I can't remember. But likely my husband did use the anchor. But you had me getting up to look at ours to see if it had that second lower hole. And it does and it's not anchored there. So I'll suggest to my husband he do that. But I do love ours, it's big enough, and high enough it gives out a lot of light. About 3 years ago we got a prebuilt cabin/shed. My husband wired it for both grid power and solar. One end is for storage, but the other end is a craft/office area for me. And to be safe we've hung one out there. I also have 3 small battery operated lanterns that put out a lot of light. I keep one out in the living room in our house, one in our bedroom upstairs, and one in the hall bathroom up stairs. So we pretty much have emergency lights, throughout the house. The power goes off far more rarely in recent years. But still it feels good to be prepared. And we make sure all flashlights have working batteries at all times. I'd suggest you have a couple flashlights handy if you do have to light your lanterns in the dark. I don't really consider myself a prepper per say. But when you live out like we do, it's just kind of a way of life to be prepared, for either the power to go off, or to get snowed in, in Winter. When the Pandemic hit, and TP got in short supply, we had no issues. Since it was March, toward the end of Winter, we had a big supply, already, because we always do. And by the time we were running low, the stores had ample supplies of it! Like I say, just our way of life, out here in the country! 😊

[@wendyburston3132]

Great idea. Be interested to know how an oil lamp effects Elizabeth's breathing.

[@ithacacomments4811]

exactly....I can't tollerate.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

It doesn’t seem to bother her at all. She loves oil lamps and scented candles.

[@spoly8139]

I love it! Not only practical but such a pretty decorating touch too. I would also mount one in the hallway to light the way to the bathroom and bedrooms unless you already have something in mind for that area. The peace of mind those oil lamps give you are worth everything!

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

So far, we only have the two. But are considering putting one in every room.

[@birdie9680]

The lanterns are sweet! I love your decor videos, especially when they are combined with preparedness. And wearing your wedding band as a necklace is a sweet reminder of the good old days when a young lady wore her beau's class ring on a chain around her neck. I'm also in my sixties, so I'm sure us older gals remember!!!😉

[@purpletulips4648]

Beautiful lamps that's 1 of the things I've always collected from thrift stores And I've even had enough to share with other people in times of power outages A word of caution Keep fire extinguishers on hand. If the glass is cold When lit It can crack oil spill and you've got a Rolling flame. Just be safe with them I love mine.

[@joanpodmjerski9330]

The oil lamps are beautiful. ❤❤❤❤😍🥰😉🫠🙃🤩🫶🫶🫶🫶👍👍👍🙏🙏🙏🙏🙏

[@debbierivera986]

Those are lovely lamps, I love the glow they give. Just think how many folks years ago lived that way. Love this. Thank you for sharing❤️😊

[@KarenGreenhagel]

So pretty and useful! I like the small size too, because it should make them easier to carry from room to room when needed.

[@Lindi1028]

Very pretty! Looking forward to seeing the solar generator

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Coming soon!

[@michelleb3096]

Which generator are you going to review? I have Bluetti and ecoflow. Being in Florida you have great sun. The water tight solar panels are a must or you probably shouldn’t even have one if you have to charge it off of a gas or propane generator. They have their place for that but solar is a must

[@Liz-lt1zn]

Really nice lanterns that will be nice during power outages. I have my great grandmothers oil lanterns I’ve used during emergencies. I’m ordering to hang. Excellent prep.

[@robininva]

Your closing statement… “Nice to know where the light is and where to find it.” Think about that minute. ♥️

[@catswambo9706]

The oil lamps and gas heaters sometimes give me asthma. Where we live we have a lot of experience since we have a daily schedule of off periods. Our schedules are updated on x or on a phone app so we can prepare for each day. I find the solar charged lights the best but on cloudy days a generator is a life saver

[@ginavandam735]

It's so soothing to hear your voice, Elisabeth and relaxing to see Bill fixing everything...you are so dear to me...🤗 have a great weekend🇸🇪

[@RebeccaTreeseed]

I love my old oil lamps, and my new solar light bulbs too, that are in ceiling sockets. I live in the mountains and lose power a few times every year, we get such high winds. I just added these wall hanging lamps to my next order, I am klutzy and these look safer.

[@Mrsmadison45]

We have oil lamps we bought 20 years ago from Ace Hardware they are excellent for emergency incase power goes out. ❤ makes nice for romantic dinners too 😊

[@rss608]

a renter installed these. the oil and black on the walls and ceiling ruined the paint. turns out the latex paint asorbs the oil all the way down to the paper of the sheet rock. Had to re-sheet rock above where these lamps were at as well as the ceiling above them. I couldn't just wash the oil residue off and latex paint won't stick to the residue. that said these are great for tables and end tables as long as one doesn't knock them over.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

These are not for every day use, just for emergencies.

[@sandirobinson6966]

People don't know how to use oil lamps. They should NEVER smoke and put out soot.

[@debibrown5568]

We have several lanterns in both of our houses ( thrift & antique shops)and solar to run small appliances and one fridge. Along with other prepping things. We’ve been through several hurricanes and no power, so plenty of practice. We lose power in the other house in Georgia too quite often.- watching from Lake Wales Florida

[@lesliepadgett5481]

Y'all are so sweet I just love y'all so very much and your awesome husband he is so sweet and helpful to you that is so sweet God bless 🙏😊❤

[@ICoulntThinkofAUserNam547]

Hey I just want to say I'm so glad you guys are still making videos :) I always learn something and come out the other side being more confident in taking on work or challenges that I was nervous about before. (Ive been kicking around the idea of oil lantern sconces for a while lol)

[@lynetteeaster2918]

The lamps are very nice! I have some that just sit on the table , sure do come in handy! 😊

[@1amayrene]

Love the prepper video. You could also put one in the hallway and in your kitchen, so you can see in those places also. These are the places I have mine.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

We will probably put one in every room eventually.

[@rvvanlife]

I had bought a kerosene lamp, of identical size, at Quartzsite, to one day install in my van for decorative purposes. Your lamps are absolutely beautiful, 👍 Its good to know l can buy another lamp if I ever need to

[@ritaroebuck486]

I really appreciate you both. Bill, I have wondered forever how to use those anchor screws for things I’ve needed to hang. I didn’t know how before today but I think after watching you do this maybe I get it now. Ty. You would be really good at teaching “how to” videos. Elizabeth… when I seen you today and always..soft spoken and always trying to do and say the right thing, always with a sweet beautiful smile ...my thoughts were.. “she’s an innocent angel”. I’ve watched you two from the beginning. You’re both a blessing. beautiful hearts, beautiful witnesses for Christ. Ty

[@dorisharrison9885]

It always pays to be prepared,have a bless day 😮😊💜

[@StacyHackney-z2x]

Good idea Elizabeth and Bill.

[@sj6728]

I am so happy you showed is how they work in the dark!!! I am would love to know more about solar lights for use inside.

[@truthseeker139]

Thank you for the video. I ordered the oil lamps you have, so the video is encouraging, the precaution advised is a great help as well. Thanks again! 👍

[@debbywebby7234]

PNW ... lots of trees and above ground power lines ... one wind storm and we're in the dark. I love the "fixed" emergency lighting idea ... beats dragging around flashlights, etc. from room to room. Thanks for sharing !!

[@jgsmile1331]

You also have to let the chimney of the lamp warm up so it does not crack. This is in regards to the lamp flame set it on low and after it warms up u can give it more fuel. Or so I am told by an old timer.

[@Flossymay3362]

The lamps are so pretty pretty!!

[@crafter33054]

Those lamps are so cute!

[@lindaseikkula2296]

I think I would put a secure little shelf beneath the lamp

[@sharyn4271]

After reading the reviews on Amazon, I concur. Even a pretty little glass shelf to not block any of the light. They really are so pretty.

[@Mimi2Two]

That lamp is beautiful ❤

[@seameology]

I was just going to say it should be anchored at the bottom as well! Very nice that it was meant to be hung that way! I love those! That will work nicely in northern Minnesota, too! I have some lamps but finding oil has been hard.

[@ljjackson7106]

Excellent word of caution Bill! Wow, that was visceral! If I may make a suggestion? (Thinking about Elizabeth's lungs) I keep a drawer full of beeswax tealights and votives which are fragrance free and burn rather slowly. Handy as well to have in the kitchen near stove. We have the battery LED lights under the kitchen cabinet which I love but they don't last long but have come in handy during our Florida "events!" 🌹🙃🙏🏼

[@barbarakoeppe2623]

When I was in high-school we lived in Oregon and when the power went out we used oil lamps and my dad cooked in the fireplace I always thought that was amazing the oil lamps are so pretty

[@c.ranger4748]

These are so pretty in addition to practical. I have the perfect spots for two of these and will be ordering. Thank you for sharing.

[@elizabethhall1716]

We used oil lanterns for a few years before we had kids. In the early '80s. You can ever so lightly bend those fingers that hold the top glass on. It will allow you to light it easier. You still may want to remove it from the lamp stand, but you can tilt the top glass instead of removing it. Just a thought. They are lovely. I have one similar I may have to go find. The kids are all grown now.

[@theREmissionary]

We have several of these lamps, and have used them in power outages. Very nice to have!

[@Teresa-K]

The lanterns are cute and will give light if you ever need it.

[@belindamohar]

I have my grandma 2 oil lamps she used in her cabin in Tennessee, I use to live in Indiana and we lost power a lot so they came in handy,now I live in Colorado and I haven’t had to use them but this video made me think I need to get some lamp oil and keep it on hand because you never know what will happen. Thank you guys

[@cynthiawilliamson5905]

That should come in handy!

[@Boomhauer69]

In Ohio near the amish community there is a store called lehmans which is store for Amish off grid people and they have lots of things including wood cook stove Kerosene cookstoves a variety of oil lamps and Aladdin lamps they also have a online store. If looking for place that caters to off grid people/ amish it's good place to check they even have a KZbin channel as well. There a family owned business.

[@brigittecrawley1872]

Great idea and the lamps look beautiful on your walls. Enjoy!

[@janethemphill1329]

Thank you for this useful find. I live in Lake City, so I need these to. You can also take them down temporarily and carry it to another room. The mirror works as a plate also, you can change angle of the lantern. I had some in another life. Sam the puppy is still watching Bill. lol

[@Parakeetfriend4215]

If you're afraid of the glass just get metal bodied oil lanterns. Deitz makes the best and once you learn how to use a hurricane lantern they are fairly easy. They come with a hanger too, but I just sit ours on the fireplace mantle. They can be carried from room to room or taken outside and resist wind blowing out the flame though you can easily put it out yourself.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

I'm not afraid of the glass. But even metal bodied lamps can have the glass globe broken if they fall.

[@Nannaof10]

I started buying old oil lamps at thrift and antique stores about 2008. Them my first visit to Lehman non-electric Hardware in Ohio I bought a replica cobalt blue lamp and black hardware and later another just like it. They're on either side of our fireplace mantle and can swivel. We now have at least one lamp for each room of our house filled and wicks trimmed ready for use. We have used them numerous times in power outages and sometimes just for the look of warm glow. ❤ Get a couple more!

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

We’re thinking about getting at least one for each room.

[@pamelas9]

I'm really glad you fastened the bottom too. If I'm not mistaken those little blue anchors are only rated for about 5 lbs each, so with fuel you'd be a little too close for my comfort.

[@LiveSimpleLiveFree]

Even filled with fuel, this lamp weighs nowhere near 5 pounds

[@jgsmile1331]

Always good to be prepared. Looks good. Reminds me of Gunsmoke lights. Love it.

[@willymags123]

I love how cozy it is. Also very practical. You got me sold. I'm going to go ahead and purchase some. Thank you for another great video. Till next time, God bless

[@aproverbshome173]

I really like the lanterns, They look great. Adds coziness.

[@carolynyoung8958]

These look so beautiful, you guys are really making your home in Florida as beautiful as your Virginia home. 😊

[@katherineaustin2477]

Oil lamps are beautiful

[@dianna2911]

Those lamps are really pretty! I love the antique look. And like you say, they're really useful in emergencies. You'll know exactly where they are when you need them. Love it! :)

[@graceandglory1948]

Beautiful lamps!

[@wg146]

Get one of the small ones with a handle to carry into the other rooms . Those are lovely.

[@bonniekaye]

I love the oil lamps! 🌹

[@beastar2]

Fantastic idea.

[@lindaharris5704]

I love oil lamps and have several. I will now have 2 more. Thank you for the video.

[@debbiecrouch709]

I love the lanterns I have one in each room as we loose power here in the frozen north with heavy snows or ice. Good thoughts to have both homes ready

[@darlaadkins7890]

Those are beautiful! I may look into getting some of those!! Very practical and pretty!! Thanks for sharing! 😊

[@carolkimbell5174]

We love you both!!

[@imahick5723]

The lamps give a nice, soft glow.

[@janicew6222]

We have two of these oil lamps on our walls, ours are older and don't have the mirror, but we have used them many times. I have several other oil lamps from small to large. Always good to be prepared!

[@southernroots2229]

Those are nice and pretty too. Like you can remove it from the wall if needed.

[@stephaniecarignan2658]

We have three oil lamps that we use on tables but I really like these wall mounted ones. They look great and thet are there when you need them or just to enjoy with no emergency at all.

[@kristenschnese6980]

Elizabeth you just reminded me I have one of those at home I think we have lanterns and flashlights and soon will have a whole home generator that runs on natural gas and maybe propane too solar we have too many grey days did it to get charged up .

[@acersalman8258]

Beautiful ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@brendahaire8824]

Beautiful lanterns. Be prepared for what is to come

[@naturalwitch1359]

When my mother downsized to an assisted living facility she was not allowed to take her vintage oil lamps with her therefore she gave them to me and luckily for me I found wooden wall mounted holders at the Goodwill for less than $10 a piece and I have six of those play throughout my house for if and when the power goes out not only are they beautiful but they're useful

[@lisa4rick]

Great Idea I'll check them out !!

[@peggyfrench8020]

They are beautiful

[@margaretvillalpando7722]

We always had oil lamps on our home growing up and so did my grandparents on both sides. I had two in my home but they both got broken. I have planned to buy another one at an antique store but haven't done that yet but will very soon.

[@FritzDeutsche]

Great tips, thank you Bill. And Elizabeth you are right, the mirror backing really does magnify the light. I am so pleased your purchase was so successful. They look really tasteful. Look forward to your solar generator video.

[@sheilacirioni4676]

I have a couple oil lamps..I don't use them though..I have. Those are cute.🙏💞👍

[@whyme7996]

They look nice and yes, treat them with respect! I have random solar lanterns for emergencies. I just put them in the windowsill to charge up and then can carry them wherever. They charge slowly when it is cloudy, but they still charge.

[@pskyy]

Can't wait to see the solar generator! I am in the market for one. Nice lanterns.

[@christigoodeating]

Lights up the house nicely!😊

[@tcmomcoffey4028]

They are beautiful thanks for sharing ❤

[@HoneyHollowHomestead]

I like them. The mirror increases the lumination. I will add them to my wish list.

[@nataliepierce894]

Oh wow so beautiful ❤️