If you haven't heard of Effusion lamps you are not alone. They date back to 1898 and were a French pharmacist's invention. Today they have regained their popularity. Why not experience the scent of an effusion lamp yourself?
These decorative fragrant lamps destroy bacteria and odors in the air while at the same time they increase oxygen levels and add perfume scents to your room. They use a catalytic burner that reaches 140 F which combusts the alcohol based fuel that is used. The burning fuel destroys odors as it releases molecules into the air.
Because these lamps don't have a continuous or open flames they are much safer than candles. They are also much cleaner. The fuel that the lamp uses contains essential oils so while they are oxygenating the air they are also providing aromatherapy benefits.
The discovery of the lamp was by a French pharmacist who was trying to find a process that would purify air. Until the mid 1900s these lamps were used in hospitals because of their antibacterial properties. Today's lamps are a lot more decorative than the first styles and although not used in hospitals they are commonly used for their relaxing benefits and to purify the air and remove odors in homes and offices.
Some of the effusion lamps of today are exquisite! Hand blown Venetian glass, beautiful styles and designs in every color under the rainbow, and in every mix of colors you can imagine.
These lamps do not have an open flame which means they are a lot less of a fire hazard than other style lamps or candles. Candles especially scented ones are responsible for black soot. The soot can not only damage walls and ceilings it is not healthy for your lungs. The effusion lamp has no black soot. One study actually showed high concentrations of acetaldehyde, formaldehyde, and acrolein from candles which are all deadly chemicals. None of these are present with your effusion lamp.
Using your Effusion Lamp is very easy. Just follow these steps:
1. Make sure your lamp is on a flat surface and do not place on a surface that could be damaged. Glass or stone works great.
2. Place the metal cap and vented crown beside your lamp so you don't misplace them.
3. With your funnel fill the lamp to 2/3 full, no more.
4. Wipe the lamp carefully to absorb any spills or splashes.
5. Hold the lamp and then insert the burner. It should be seated properly.
6. Replace the metal cap.
7. Wait 30 minute to allow the wick and burner to become saturated then light.
8. Light with a lighter or match
9. Let the flame burn for about 3 minutes. Originally the flame will be about 6" high and then shrink to 1" to 2". When the flame has reduced itself the burner is at operating temperature and you can blow out the flame.
10. After the flame is out replace the vented crown on the burner.
11. As long as you want the fragrance to be released you just leave the burner open. It takes about 45 to 60 minutes for the fragrance to penetrate the entire house.
12. When done put the metal cap on the lamp to extinguish the flame.
Remember that with the effusion lamp it works after the flame has been put out not while it is lit which can take a bit of getting use to. You should get about 300 lightings from the burner and then you'll need to replace. Never use any other type of oil other than effusion oil.
If you love to combine practicality with artistic creativity then effusion lamps are definitely for you. Pleasing fragrances and pleasing visual elements, what a great addition to a room!
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