Vintage Light Bulbs

Introduction to Vintage Light Bulbs

From restaurants and coffee shops to kitchen renovations and DIY steampunk lamps, vintage light bulbs bring timeless character to any space. These incandescent vintage light bulbs emit a warm, amber glow—typically around 2400 Kelvin—with a low lumen output, often under 400 lumens. Designed for atmosphere, not task lighting, they’re ideal for exposed fixtures, pendant lights, chandeliers, and decorative displays.

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Vintage Bulb Shapes

• Edison Bulbs – These iconic retro bulbs feature an oblong shape with a nipple tip and a medium E26 base, modeled after Thomas Edison’s original design.
• Victorian Bulbs – Shaped like standard A-shape household bulbs, available in both medium and candelabra bases.
• Chandelier Bulbs – Tapered and compact, designed for sconces and chandelier arms, typically with an E12 base.
• Globe Bulbs – Round bulbs used in pendant and vanity fixtures, available in sizes like G25 and G40.
• Tubular and Radio Tube Bulbs – Slim designs inspired by classic radio vacuum tubes, perfect for unique pendant setups.
• Oversized and Specialty Shapes – Dramatic, eye-catching bulbs in non-standard shapes like lanterns and geometric forms, often used in custom or commercial decorative installations.

Vintage Bulb Filaments

One of the defining features of retro incandescent light bulbs is the variety of exposed filament styles. Choose from:

• Squirrel cage
• Spiral
• Hairpin and double hairpin
• Triple loop and quad loop
• Z-shape

Each filament design adds a unique flair to your lighting and can be viewed by clicking into each bulb category.

Vintage Lighting Accessories

Complete your vintage lighting setup with antique lighting accessories including:

• Rayon-covered wire
• Pendant sockets and canopy kits
• Dimmer switches
• Wire cages and lamp guards

Whether you're building a custom fixture or replacing broken parts, we carry all the components you need for a functional and stylish vintage design.

Need help selecting the right vintage light bulb or accessories for your project? Call our lighting experts at 1-972-525-0501 and let us help bring your vision to light.