Using Oil Lamps When The Lights Go Out

Candles and oil lamps are excellent items to keep on hand before the power goes out. Making sure they are in working order and have fuel will save you precious time if there is an emergency. Keeping everyone safe while using them needs to taught before the need arises.
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[@TroyGrey]

I recently became obsessed with collecting and restoring antique oil lamps. They come in such beautiful varieties of shapes, sizes and colours. Loved your video.

[@miraclefarm1927]

That is awesome!

[@gedeon2696]

An advantage of candles and oil lamps over battery lights - for winter emergencies - is the heat they produce.

[@miraclefarm1927]

So true!

[@madhatter909]

I have acquired two oil lamps;, purchased wicks and oil and am watching this so I can set up my lamps! I'm excited!

[@miraclefarm1927]

Wonderful!

[@johnspruit7296]

I have a collection of old , and not so old oil lamps. Nice looking but practical backups as well . Nice video. Vary good presentation . Ontario Canada 10/23

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thanks for watching!

[@kimchristopherson3147]

Other videos I've watched don't explain in as much detail as yours does the real life, how-to use, care and maintenance of these lamps. Thank you. Exactly what I was looking for.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thank you so much!

[@VelveteenRabbit77]

I LOVE that curvy lamp shade its pretty!

[@nog7933]

You have the cutest magnolia draw. I could watch your videos all day.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Well bless your heart!

[@blueamenaa749]

Hi from france. Thank you for posting this video, i have been learning so much. I only have one oil lamp, i want to buy more. They look so beautiful and are so useful.❤❤❤❤❤

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thank you! Yes get you some more.

[@blueamenaa749]

@@miraclefarm1927 I will. It's becoming a hobby. Have a nice Day.

[@frankyparker6004]

Good lady ... all ways had one in are home as was growing up..

[@miraclefarm1927]

Always good to have around.

[@cynthiabrown8354]

Thanks for the video! I have two oil lamps that belonged to my grandmother - they're most likely 100 years old or more now and are in great shape. Now I feel more comfortable getting them ready to use.

[@miraclefarm1927]

That is awesome!

[@rickbotha69]

I'm in the UK and just came across your videos! Also just bought my first oil lamp! 🎉

[@rickdeacon8865]

I really like Aladdin Lamps , they have a double Wick and Mantel that incandesces which produces much more light .

[@miraclefarm1927]

Great lamp company.

[@steel440]

Thank you ma'am, too many folks don't know how to use these! I've used them the last 30 years now, and I never knew the wick can be cut any way you like!

[@miraclefarm1927]

You are so welcome!

[@scooman]

This reminds me of my childhood. Lights would always go out. Break out the parcheesi board and lanterns. We heated the house with two kerosene stoves. My mother cooked off a kerosene kitchen stove. Lights don’t go out like they used to, but still have emergency candles and oil lamps.

[@miraclefarm1927]

That's awesome!

[@julietkelly3155]

Best oil lamp video I've seen. Thank you❤️. I got an oil lamp at a garage sale last summer and it needs some TLC.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Glad it was helpful!

[@stacyboyd4591]

Thank you so much for educating us on this. My grandmother had the red lamp. Please keep them coming ❤️🇨🇦

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thank you!

[@shaunamoose3778]

Thank you soooo much for doing this video. It was perfect, because I've never had an oil lamp before and I just bought my first hurricane lamp.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Glad it was helpful!

[@robertsirois486]

For emergencies, I bought some votive candles at the dollar store, the ones in the tall jars. They'll burn for hours. Oil lamps will give better light.

[@miraclefarm1927]

You are right.

[@brendatroendle4604]

Thank you. I just bought my first ones to use in my Victorian house. Great advice. You covered all the information I was wondering about.

[@miraclefarm1927]

You are so welcome!

[@katskills5560]

I love oil lamps! I’ve been collecting them recently. Every time I go past one it just beckons to me!

[@miraclefarm1927]

Love it kindred spirit! Blessings

[@johndaly2178]

Great video. Thanks for sharing how you handle your lamps. We live in Florida, and if we lose power it's apt to be because a hurricane has blown down the power lines. Yes, I'm writing this just after Ian went through--happily we escaped the worst of it. But usually we will be without power for a couple weeks because, like you, we're at the end of the line and the last to get power back. In preparing for this storm I got the idea of getting out the Aladdin lamps. In many ways they're more convenient than flashlights/battery lanterns. The problem is what you mentioned towards the end...the lamps give off some heat. And in the days after a hurricane, with temperatures and humidity in the 90's heat is not what you want more of. Anyway, thanks for sharing some good tips. I grew up on a farm with oil lamps, but I had forgotten what little I might have known about the best way to trim wicks. Also, the tip about "lamp oil" not smelling as bad a kerosene is great. Although K-1 kerosene is supposed to be pretty good, I'll have to try it. So, thanks again.

[@miraclefarm1927]

So thankful you made it through okay. You are in a area that you really have to prepare. 4 Tree solar lights are a good option with no heat. Blessings

[@stevevernon5038]

Your oli lamp that is over 100 and broken is an Alladin lamp ( not the genie kind) and i locks on. You need mantles instead of wicks. All parts available at Lehman's. Caution the mantels are extremely fragile. But the light is very bright. Also parts and wicks for regular oil lamps are available at Amish stores if you live near a community. My wife and I are completely off grid no solar. We even have a kerosene cookstove with oven for summer instead of wood cookstove which is winter only.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thanks for all this wonderful information! Blessings

[@BUHNANUHBREAD]

Thank You so much for showing how to unscrew and trim the wicks! I have my gmas oil lamp and the spinner thing quit grasping the wick and I can't unscrew the base cuz it's stuck like its glued it looks rubbery plastic screw on base...it won't budge but I will try the metal part to unscrew..I was afraid I would break or bend it...and I def don't want that! I also need to replace the whole wick cuz it's kinda short...its old too...at least 30 yrs. Not used much.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Sounds like you've got everything under control. Should be good as new in no time. Blessings

[@thirstbuster78]

"It's fun to wear your winter clothes, you only see them once a year," - I cried a little in Canadian.

[@rickgenerou8781]

Great video! I have oil lamps, but didn't know how to use. Now i do! Thank 😊 you

[@miraclefarm1927]

Glad it was helpful!

[@crazysquirrel9425]

You know the wick is too high or needs trimming when you see smoke/soot. If you used carbon felt for your wick, you never need to trim the wick again. But you still need to adjust it to get rid of smoke. Also, you can trim the wick into a spoon shape or fang tooth shape to give a different flame pattern. Even a saw tooth pattern changes things. Most oil lamps cannot properly burn veg oil or olive oil. But you can if you use the right wick or sew in some copper speaker wires strands into the wick. Hotter oil will wick up easier than cooler or cold oil.

[@1966MrAlex]

How thick is the carbon felt you used, I only come across 1 cm thickness and quite stiff.

[@crazysquirrel9425]

@@1966MrAlex Welders blanket is probably what you bought. I bought the soft kind of carbon felt. It is about 6mm (about 1/4") in thickness. Comes in a 12in x 12 in sheet. You have to split it in 1/2 thickness for use on many oil lamps. Lay an original cotton wick on the table and the carbon felt beside it. Notice the thickness difference. I had to split my thickness in 1/2 to get it to about the right thickness to fit the oil lamp. And had to carefully thread it into the wick holder (it is thin enough to bunch up if you do not tease it in). Getting this one might be easier to use: "HIGH Temp Felt Plumbers PAD: Black, 12" X 12" X 1/8" Thick" It is on the amazo site. About 8.50 US for 12"x12"x1/8" thick I can use the thick stuff I bought for penny can stoves too. Or split it.

[@1966MrAlex]

@@crazysquirrel9425 Thank you for the reply.

[@crazysquirrel9425]

@@1966MrAlex You are very welcome! Also, if you want to use thicker oils, you would need to sew in some copper crafting wire into that carbon felt. It provides thermal feedback and allows the fuel to vaporize more easily. Especially when cold outside once you get it lit. I have not tried this with olive oil yet but plan to. I read that olive oil is very difficult to stay lit.

[@RychaardRyder]

hi, would carbon felt work as a wick when using parrafin oil? or would i need to switch over to kerosene?

[@johnschwalenberg278]

I have 16 lamps now use to have 24 , gave some to family and friends . Back in the late 80's you could find nice old lamps for 10 , 12 dollars now their 100 $ . loved the video , i have 2 of the same lamps your using .

[@miraclefarm1927]

Very cool!

[@georgesilverhawkstrailcame2297]

A very informative video that should be helpful to many. Also I would like to complement you on your table-top Oil Lamps, they're beautiful! I have one vintage oil lamp and two modern one I purchased in the 1990s. I have eight Hurricane Lanterns which I favour. I also have four 12" Hurricane Lanterns that I use in my backyard on the patio and/or my front porch, in which I burn Tiki Oil to help keep mosquitoes at bay. Best wishes...

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thank you so much!

[@larrysmith6499]

I collect oil lamps also. Ace hardware carries lamp light ultra pure paraffin lamp oil. It is totally odorless and smokeless. Will not smoke up you chimney. Comes in a 3 quart bottle and cosy around $16.00. well worth the extra money if you have someone in the house who is sensitive to various odors and smells. Some Walmarts carry solar lights made by hyper tough. They come in brightness from 60 to 300 watts. When you turn them on they are at brightest watts. If they don't sense move after 30 seconds, they reduce to lower brightness to conserve battery power then goes to brightest when senses movement. Will last throughout the night.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thanks for the great info! Blessings

[@jaycimbak7781]

Great video! Very informative and thorough. One suggestion when lifting the chimney and crown on a hurricane style oil lantern is to place your hand over the top of the bail (large hanger) and reach down with your middle finger and grasp the small loop on the crown. You can then bend your finger up and it will lift and hold the crown assembly while your free hand removes the globe. I hope this helps.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thanks!

[@johansson593]

Very interesting video, I now mostly use oil lamps at home, 👍👍🌹🌹

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thanks for watching. Blessings

[@tammysarrazin7078]

im terrified of candles it burnt down a families home and almost all of them died it was a long time ago but i remember so nope to candles i use flashlight and extra bulbs and plenty of batteries .... those oil lamps are very pretty hugssss

[@miraclefarm1927]

Oh that is terrible, yes they have to be respected. Yes keep plenty of batteries. Blessings!

[@tvtaniternakhcs8045]

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[@miraclefarm1927]

You are welcome! Blessings

[@lorenapeters9149]

Love your explanation! Now I know what to do with my oil lamps! Thank you 😊 Love to you and your family 💖

[@miraclefarm1927]

You are so welcome

[@BluePhoenixCathy]

Very well made video. Thank you for making this and sharing.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Glad you liked it. Trying to improve all the time. Blessings

[@jodiaromatherapy]

GOSH I love you guys! I miss you so much! Thanks for the awesome info! Hope to see you soon! Much love!

[@miraclefarm1927]

We miss you too! Thank you for your support. Can't wait to see you! Blessings

[@danamarcotteseiler7423]

Very nice video

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thanks!

[@dianeshaw9061]

Great information!! Thank you!!

[@miraclefarm1927]

You are so welcome!

[@cj4freedom856]

Wonderful demonstration, thank you. We have several old oil lamps passed down to us that need to be filled up and made ready for use.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Glad it was helpful!

[@jude999]

Good people!

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thank you! Blessings

[@KeepingTheIronThroneWarm]

I wondered where this hostess was from. Then I heard her say "fixing to have..." and immediately knew, the South. LOL. I'm from Louisiana. Fixing-to is definitely a Southern thing.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Love it! You are so right. Blessings

[@jonny.41]

Great video!!!

[@miraclefarm1927]

Glad you liked it!

[@NormAuParadis]

Thanks Mam for the demo.

[@miraclefarm1927]

My pleasure 😊

[@HeritageWaysKatie]

Hello my sweet friend. 😍😘 Good to see ya. Love all these off-grid lighting options. Ya know, I Love the idea of getting thrift candles. I have never thought to get them for emergencies. 🤩Bless y'all. ❤️❤️❤️katie

[@krodkrod8132]

I also live on the very end of the power stream and we lose power for a few days at a time during bad storms. But i have a gas line running to my house. The gas never goes out. I bought a generator that connects to the gas line and it can run my house indefinitely and never need to be refilled. But for backup lighting i made my own oil lamps. I burn regular paraffin oil. I bought a bunch of 32 ounce mason jar mugs with lids and handles and used a 4 inch tall half inch pipe in the middle. Held up by spiraling wire. For the Wick i use Carbon felt. It doesn't degrade as it burns and will last for years of continuous use. They put out lots of light in a little tiny easy to carry lamp. The problem is i never get to use them because the power goes out, i turn it right back on with a switch.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Nice!

[@tessoxford5074]

I'm glad I found your channel. When you said put on more cloths don't waste energy,I fell in love with you. I had to laugh, ask my kids ,Moms famous words. I've always been like minded. And you taught me some things about lamps . Thank you. Will be watching. Much love and prayers.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Oh thank you! Always add your thoughts in the comments to teach me a thing or two. Blessings

[@frankyparker6004]

Yes lighte and heat...

[@janicefoehner3988]

Word 💯... I'm D I Y now and constantly ask myself, "what did they do before we had ________" fill in the blank... ty excellent presentation. Namaste

[@miraclefarm1927]

You are so welcome!

[@shadowmane20]

Wow... you guys are just up the road from me. I'm in Lexington.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Well hello neighbor! Merry Christmas

[@oldstudbuck3583]

Good info. For my needs the taper candle and holder will work best. Just ordered a case of taper candles and two holders on Amazon.

[@miraclefarm1927]

That's a great idea!

[@user-mx7hg9sx4p]

Great video ❗💯🔥🏆👍

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thank you very much!

[@trudyanncaudill230]

I’m in desperate need of your help. I have a table oil lamp like the one you have with the burner being a male. The knob where you feed the wick through gets stuck and hard to turn. How can I replace it or fix it? If I may email you with a picture of it that would be amazing. Info on the lamp it’s made of depression glass so it’s from the early to mid 1900’s. Any help would be appreciated. Thank you.

[@miraclefarm1927]

That is the first thing that goes out on them. Lehman's is a good place to get parts and a lot of local hardware stores do too. Hope this helps. Blessings

[@ericmelissabrown5782]

Love this. Thank you for the lamp information. Inspired to get my one little one ready to go. What would you say is the economics of burning one? How far does store bought oil go in terms of hours of light? Roughly how much light do they give off, for example compared to a 60 watt light bulb? Realizing economics go out the window in an emergency, but just curious. You have a beautiful collection! Looks like you don't let them just gather dust either. Thanks!

[@miraclefarm1927]

Not very economical at all because now it's really sold as a novelty. The lamp oil especially made for the lamps are suppose to burn up to 45 hours per quart. So no more than I burn them they can last two years. That oil it the cleanest burning with the least small. If you have good ventilation you can use K1 kero, but it has an odor and the fumes will give you a headache, but it's way cheaper. I can read right beside a lamp and with my small rooms three lamps light it well enough to play games Thanks for the questions. Might have to do another video. Hope this helped. Blessings y'all!

[@vladimirvladimirovich3528]

126 лайк в поддержку канала!

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thank you!

[@johnmiller7989]

i also live in NC. we have oil lamps ready at all times, LOL

[@miraclefarm1927]

That's great! Blessings

[@kg4zyz]

Sending greetings from eastern NC. Thanks for posting!

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thanks for watching! Blessings and greetings to you!

[@michellemcmillion5607]

Thanks for your video. Could you tell me where I could get a burner and the other part that’s attached to glass part, like on the last lamp you showed. Mine belonged to to grandmother and the one that’s on it has been replaced with the wrong kind.. thank you

[@miraclefarm1927]

Here is a great place. www.lehmans.com/kidron_store?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAnfmsBhDfARIsAM7MKi3-DbFzOe298n-DQdIfHwijWYPzeWSJ7qBhyoAfecv0Y5jiaApWXGwaAnvzEALw_wcB

[@brendatroendle4604]

I was just given a beautiful hanging brass double wick oil lamp with a big fancy shade. How does the double wick oil lamps work? Help the wheels look to be replaced because there are no markings on it. I see evidence of the plaster between some parts which I was told I should be able to see. It’s amazing and will look lovely in my 1886 Victorian living room.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Sounds like a beauty! The wicks work the same as a single. Hinks was the first manufacturer of the double wick and there are a few videos about them.

[@brendatroendle4604]

Thank you very much

[@lesliekendall5668]

If I still had kids I'd have them use the new battery candles. When I bought an Aladdin lamp I made the mistake of getting a brass bottomed one and can't figure out how I'm supposed to know when the oil is getting low ("they say" not to let them run out of oil). New sub. 👍

[@miraclefarm1927]

Battery candle are a good idea. Once you feel the container empty it will be somewhat top heavy, but you can tell it's full just by the weight. Also taking the chimney off and giving it a little shake you can tell if it's close to empty. Blessings

[@lesliekendall5668]

@@miraclefarm1927 Is it okay to top off the lamp when it's still hot? They say not to with a lawn mower and I see it as kinda the same principle. 🤷‍♀️

[@graceelizabeth4070]

I need a better lamp fuel. I use Klean Heat, and it has a strong diesel smell. Can anyone tell me about a better product choice? Very thankful.

[@miraclefarm1927]

You might try this one. www.carolinacandle.com/products/76083-carolina-candle-lamp-oil-emergency-collection

[@Vladpryde]

Hello. I live in a trailer park at the base of the Cascades in Oregon, and recently we had an ugly ice storm that knocked out power for about 4 hours on the first day, and then about 12 sporadic outages for the next two days after that. I just got to thinking about oil lamps as a source of light, and I'm wondering if you guys have any experience with Danforth oil lamps? They are handmade of modern pewter (no lead), and appear to be very nice and well-made. They aren't cheap, about $180-$280, depending on the model. I would certainly love to get one. Thanks for the video!

[@miraclefarm1927]

They are beautiful well made in the USA lamps. You are right they are a little pricey, but if they are in your budget go for it. The only styles I don't care for are the ones with rounded oil reservoir, I like a nice large flat base that is harder to tip over.

[@oz7245]

Please tell people that the wicks come in different sizes IE widths & instead of buying the short 6" wicks you can buy them in 10 foot length & cut them yourself to a longer length to last longer with less waist when they become too short to work.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Great tip!

[@TenSpeed2007]

Where did you find these if I can ask? The large ones are exactly what I'm looking for. Thanks

[@miraclefarm1927]

Everywhere like yard sales and auctions.

[@gedeon2696]

CANDLE LANTERNS, camping or others, are the SAFEST candle option !!

[@adventureswithgrandmacindy3707]

My mother passed away and she had 2 oil lamps at her house probably from her grandmothers. But the wick thing won’t in screw ! It’s stuck. I ran hot water over it, but it’s still stuck. Can you tell me what to do? Thank you

[@miraclefarm1927]

That is a common piece that messes up. You can try oil. There is replacement parts at Lehman's store online. Blessings

[@larrysmith6499]

Forgot to ask. Did you get the bird nest out of your chimney?

[@miraclefarm1927]

Lol, yes we sure did on the same day. Little stove up and running. Blessings

[@michaelarmstrong6483]

What you gonna do when your buddy get rid of the lamp oil and candles.

[@kygent508]

I have a elec lamp that looks like a old lamp that someone added power to so I may remove power and use it with lamp oil and It has been around as long as I remember and I am now retired.

[@KathySeifert]

How do I refill an electric oil lamp

[@robertleibold4502]

One of the main reasons that is is hard to turn the wick up and down is that the wick is old and not pliant. Solution is to replace the wick.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thanks for the tip!

[@tylersimpkins8186]

Im just saying if the lord comes back you better be stocked up if your going to be left behind

[@ForABrighterTomorrow]

Can you use Olive oil instead of lamp oil?

[@miraclefarm1927]

Yes, one of the original lamp oils.

[@ForABrighterTomorrow]

@@miraclefarm1927 thank you for responding.

[@overson15]

Never been burned by wax... is it possible?

[@miraclefarm1927]

Oh yes, lol! Blessings

[@frankyparker6004]

Sope powder cleens glas

[@mskittylou]

Steve has a collection of about 70 oil lamps

[@miraclefarm1927]

Oh my heavens! Yeah, Steve is cool like that. Blessings y'all

[@victorwadsworth821]

Bring outdoor solar lights inside.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Good one!

[@delaIII]

I have one but I cant figure out how to fill it I cant take the burner off the top it just round only it don't want to come off the wick part opens up how can i fill it up please help me

[@miraclefarm1927]

The whole wick part and chimney holder should screw off. The wick cap is just to replace the wick when needed. Keep working with it, it may just be a little rusted. I hope this helps.

[@delaIII]

@@miraclefarm1927 I'm afraid it will brake it its very old it looks like the one you have on on your video to the left on the screen if it unscrews it feels like it will brake its a P&A MFG .CO. WATERBURY CUNN very very old thank you

[@deniecedonnafield5264]

Maybe a past life memory just came to me... That one could clean this soot with milk.... How ironic....

[@Stop-Criminal-Cops]

Do you have any tips on brand names or makers they are good quality lamps as opposed to a bunch of this Chinese made garbage?

[@miraclefarm1927]

I get all of mine from yard sales and flea markets. I do buy some replacement chimneys from Lehman"s store. They are based in Ohio but you can buy online. Blessings

[@johnwyman6126]

Aladdin, so good they've been making them since 1909, and are still in business! They are a mantel lamp which means they use a wick and also a mantel. The wick creates heat to illuminate the mantle extremely brightly, about the same brightness as a 60 watt electric light bulb. They are fairly expensive new, but used ones can be found in antique stores, I've heard of a few being found in thrift stores, but I've never found a deal like that myself.

[@scottfranklin6186]

Now do we really need a 28 minute video on oil lamps?

[@miraclefarm1927]

That's dark man, really dark. The next one on oil lamps will probably be much longer because of all the viewer questions I have to answer. Have a great day!

[@crystalmerchant2688]

Common sense would allow not to carry that

[@miraclefarm1927]

True, but common sense is rare today.

[@spiritualawakenings6251]

Automatic lamp. Soak dogs tail in oil and light. Dog will automatically move light from place to place. Good for power outages.

[@miraclefarm1927]

Just a joke! kzbin.info/www/bejne/aYCYlHqLqJeCg5Y

[@Wwehrwolfoz]

When you trim and clean the wheel try using Goo Gone my goodness it will clean the crud and rust off with hardly any work at it’s a great product and you will love all the uses you can get from it

[@miraclefarm1927]

Thanks for the tip! Blessings

[@ivanbriss8734]

Dear..what about regular olive oil;?...do you have some lanterns from 1830...remember the movie Houseman, with Tommy Lee Jones?...dont ignore me please...you look very good in the video

[@miraclefarm1927]

Yes I have some older lamps. Yes you can use olive oil.

[@user-hr3bk1fz4u]

@@miraclefarm1927hello, can I use sunflower oil in these lamps? Olive oil is very expensive