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We keep finding new and interesting ways to style your home, office and outdoor space. In this piece, we would be sharing with you and amazing work of art for your indoor space. As much as you need the right furniture, you also need the right ambiance to bring out the beauty of your room. This spectacular item merges the complexities of science and the simplicity of art. This is a lamp that has become world famous for its design and character. Today, we present to you; the Arco Floor Lamp!
History of the arco floor lamp
It was originally inspired by a streetlight. 2 Italian Brothers; Achille and Pier Castiglioni created the Arco Floor Lamp (1962), which provides overhead lighting without requiring suspension from a cieling. It features a polished aluminum shade on a swiveling arm for precise lighting control. The arco lamp became an icon when it appeared with Sean Connery in James Bond: ‘Diamonds Are Forever.
Features of the arco floor lamp
The Arco Floor Lamp is a minimalist and modern looking floor lighting fixture that uses an LED bulb with its metal frame to cast light where it is needed most. The shade of the Arco Floor Lamp is made from spun aluminum, and comes in either a natural or gold finish color, which can all be used to create ambient lighting within homes and business spaces. This type of lighting within the home can be used in living rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, bedrooms and more… basically, indoors. It can be used to compliment modern contemporary decor or it can be combined with more traditional pieces of furniture. The arco floor lamp is made by flos who are a company based out of Italy that specializes in the manufacturing of high quality lamps and lighting fixtures. Flos was created in 1962 by Mauro Minardi. Flos is headquartered in Florence, italy and continues to produce floor lamps for retailers around the world who are looking for a lighting fixture that stands out of the ordinary. flos has been making flos arco floor lamp since 1968 and is still being manufactured today thanks to its unique design with fully adjustable pieces allowing customers to change height, rotate shade and adjust where they want the light emitted from flos arco floor lamp coming from.
The arco floor lamp weighs about 25 pounds and stands at 73 inches tall when it is fully extended out. This modern looking lighting fixture requires an LED bulb and uses 110 volts of power and emits 800 lumens of brightness. The spinning shade of the flos arco floor lamp is what gives off the most light when it comes to this flos product. This popular lighting fixture is adjustable allowing users to change the height, rotate the shade and adjust where they want for more or less light emitted from the arco floor lamp. The arco floor lamp can be customized upon request with spun aluminum shades which come in both gold or natural finish colors that can also be made into different sizes if need be. Click here to continue reading!
Where it can be used?
The arco floor lamp is suitable for public spaces such as hotels due to its brushed aluminum color that can fit into almost any decor without looking out of place. This type of lighting fixture is also suitable for retail businesses since it is fully adjustable allowing the light emitted from the arco floor lamp to be cast into the merchandise. Great for indoor spaces, this arco floor lamp can also be used outdoors to help illuminate restaurants and outdoor patios during nighttime hours. It is an eco-friendly lighting fixture that does not use any chemical mercury within its LED light bulb. Generally, it suits most indoor spaces. But could also be used outdoors, on rare occasions.
Is the arco floor lamp durable?
The arco floor lamp is very durable. This floor lamp is made from aluminum and steel and is considered to be a sturdy and long lasting metal construction, as well as very strong and durable for resistance to corrosion and weathering. The arco floor lamp also has the added benefits of an LED light source which consumes less power than standard lamps, however can provide better lighting options in many different types of environments such as commercial office spaces or residential homes.
Can the marble break?
While arco floor lamps do not involve any marble parts, the arco floor lamp does use a heavy and durable marble base which can weigh up to 40 pounds as a base. The arco floor lamp has been tested for stability when put on uneven floors where it will not tip over in normal conditions or in harsh weather conditions. Under normal circumstances, the [white carrara] marble base should not break. But could it be prone to scratches, if moved directly over rough or hard flooring.
Cleaning and maintaining the arco floor lamp
For general cleaning, dirty or dusty parts of the floss arco floor lamp can be cleaned with a soft dry cloth. Cleaning with water or chemical cleaners can damage or degrade the surface so should be avoided on any part of the arco floor lamp. This includes small stains from spills on marble. Parts such as the base can fade, and also accumulate dirt over time that may not be easily visible at first glance. While the base of the arch lamp is made from strong and durable material [marble] it will naturally experience some scratching and marking over time which is expected.
What kind of bulb can be used with the arco floor lamp?
When arco floor lamps were originally designed, flos used fluorescent bulbs as the light source. But today, LED bulbs are used for the floor lamp, which makes it eco-friendly.
Is the arco floor lamp easy to assemble?
Yes. You don’t need any tools to assemble this lamp, just follow the instructions included in your package. The assembly can take 5-10 minutes on average, depending on your experience with lamps. We recommend you to read the instructions before assembling it. It’s very easy and intuitive!
What are the health benefits of using the arco floor lamp?
This lamp is made from materials which do not emit toxic fumes or have a negative impact on air quality. It’s perfect for those who want to create a healthy and cozy atmosphere at home. The series has been awarded with the “Nordic Ecolabel”, as it meets all of the requirements for low emissions and energy consumption, it is safe for humans, animals and the environment.
Is it hard to move this lamp around?
The arco floor lamp can be easily moved thanks to its aluminum stem that allows you total freedom of movement. The base is made from marble that makes it very strong and durable.
A well-positioned arco floor lamp can be the perfect finishing touch to any room. At Regency Shop, we’ve got just the right one for you. Our lamps are sure to light up your life (and your home) and give that sophisticated look to any space. So what are you waiting for? Head over to our page and get one now.
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The Arco Floor Lamp is a minimalist and modern looking floor lighting fixture that uses an LED bulb with its metal frame to cast light where it is needed most. The shade of the Arco Floor Lamp is made from spun aluminum, and comes in either a natural or gold finish color, which can all be used to create ambient lighting within homes and business spaces. This type of lighting within the home can be used in living rooms, dining rooms, kitchens, bedrooms and more… basically, indoors.
Arco floor lamp replica
A number of companies now reproduce the arco floor lamp. Before you purchase a replica, make sure the quality of materials used is as good as the original. So you do not get ripped off.
Arco style floor lamp U.K
Our arco floor lamps could be delivered to the U.K. Standard shipping fees would apply.
Flos arco floor lamp led
This modern looking lighting fixture requires an LED bulb and uses 110 volts of power and emits 800 lumens of brightness. The arco floor lamp also has the added benefits of an LED light source which consumes less power than standard lamps, however can provide better lighting options in many different types of environments such as commercial office spaces or residential homes.
Arco floor lamp knock off
A number of companies now reproduce the arco floor lamp. Before you purchase a replica, make sure the quality of materials used is as good as the original. So you do not get ripped off.
Disassemble arco floor lamp
It’s very assemble and disassemble the arco floor lamp. Follow the instructions and you would be fine.
Flos arco floor lamp silver
The silver appearance is actually brushed aluminum with satin finishing.
Arco floor lamp Australia
Our arco floor lamps could be delivered to Australia. Standard shipping fees would apply.
Arco floor lamp original
To identify an original; look for the logo. The base is constructed with Carrara marble to ensure balance of the lamp.The stem is made of stainless-steel with a satin finish, and is divided into 3 sections to achieve the delicate arc while maintaining the balance.
Achille Castiglioni arco floor lamp
It was originally inspired by a streetlight. 2 Italian Brothers; Achille and Pier Castiglioni created the Arco Floor Lamp (1962), which provides overhead lighting without requiring suspension from a cieling. It features a polished aluminum shade on a swiveling arm for precise lighting control.
