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

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  • čas přidán 9. 06. 2016
  • 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.
    Please give me a thumbs up if you like the video & subscribe :D
    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.co.uk
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    My websites -
    Upcycling & salvage - www.salvagesister.co.uk
    My official website - www.chariswilliams.co.uk
    My art - www.brightonwallart.co.uk

Komentáře • 49

  • @bronzesnake7004
    @bronzesnake7004 Před 7 lety +3

    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

  • @26354mr
    @26354mr Před 2 lety

    Lovely...the lamp too.

  • @chrisnich3088
    @chrisnich3088 Před 7 lety +2

    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

  • @calebharrington8534
    @calebharrington8534 Před 8 lety +1

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

  • @bonniemassey5420
    @bonniemassey5420 Před 6 lety

    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

  • @lorisorrows1121
    @lorisorrows1121 Před 6 lety +1

    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
      @CharisWilliams  Před 5 lety

      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 😊👍💡

  • @johnanderle9226
    @johnanderle9226 Před 8 lety +2

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

  • @MrBretonian
    @MrBretonian Před 7 lety +1

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

  • @vaunearl6285
    @vaunearl6285 Před 8 lety +3

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

  • @turrissie9
    @turrissie9 Před 6 lety

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

  • @CarolynWainscott
    @CarolynWainscott Před 7 lety +1

    good one, thanks for all the info

  • @saydesign74
    @saydesign74 Před 5 lety

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

  • @minijoe25
    @minijoe25 Před 6 lety

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

  • @michaelpovey5123
    @michaelpovey5123 Před 8 lety +2

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

    • @CharisWilliams
      @CharisWilliams  Před 8 lety +1

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

  • @thomaswilliams6155
    @thomaswilliams6155 Před 6 lety

    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
      @CharisWilliams  Před 6 lety

      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!)

  • @disconeil
    @disconeil Před 8 lety +1

    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
      @CharisWilliams  Před 8 lety

      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
      @disconeil Před 8 lety

      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.

  • @charlesdeloy8679
    @charlesdeloy8679 Před 6 lety

    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

  • @virtualrealityone1443
    @virtualrealityone1443 Před 8 lety +1

    good job!

  • @wood4nothing284
    @wood4nothing284 Před 6 lety

    Cool tutorial.
    Cheers
    Tim from wood 4 nothing

  • @dsbh100158
    @dsbh100158 Před 4 lety

    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

  • @CribbaKaos
    @CribbaKaos Před 3 lety

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

  • @karynsiouxhamon2714
    @karynsiouxhamon2714 Před 5 lety

    Very cool Thank you.

  • @SavannahLawrence27
    @SavannahLawrence27 Před 6 lety

    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!

  • @gerardlacey9384
    @gerardlacey9384 Před 2 lety

    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.

  • @Rita-yw2tn
    @Rita-yw2tn Před 4 lety

    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 ! 💖

  • @lampsandlightsltd
    @lampsandlightsltd Před 8 lety +1

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

  • @bronzesnake7004
    @bronzesnake7004 Před 7 lety +1

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

  • @michaelpovey5123
    @michaelpovey5123 Před 8 lety +1

    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
      @CharisWilliams  Před 8 lety

      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
      @michaelpovey5123 Před 8 lety +1

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

  • @moonolyth
    @moonolyth Před 6 lety

    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.

  • @justsayin4017
    @justsayin4017 Před 4 lety

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

  • @paulasavage6106
    @paulasavage6106 Před 2 lety

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

  • @waitersluvhjy66
    @waitersluvhjy66 Před 7 lety

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

  • @philipsmith3297
    @philipsmith3297 Před 6 lety

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

  • @steveraynes55
    @steveraynes55 Před 4 lety

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

  • @romeliapolly1212
    @romeliapolly1212 Před 7 lety

    I made it with woodprix handbooks !

  • @David2122006
    @David2122006 Před 3 lety +1

    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.

  • @SymphonyDogs
    @SymphonyDogs Před 8 lety +2

    I blew myself up :(

  • @sherrylkeith9695
    @sherrylkeith9695 Před 5 lety

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

  • @bronzesnake7004
    @bronzesnake7004 Před 7 lety +1

    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

  • @sergiogarza1152
    @sergiogarza1152 Před 3 lety

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