How are Akari Paper Lamps Manufactured?

Imagine stepping into a room filled with the warm, alluring glow of a sunset - like light from a lamp. That's the enchantment of Akari paper lamps, where minimalist design combines with timeless elegance.

When it comes to Akari paper lamps, the choice of materials has a significant influence on their design and functionality. Each kind of paper, from the delicate and semi - transparent rice paper to the textured and sturdy washi paper, adds a unique touch to the lampshade.

The making of Akari lighting sculptures demands skilled artisans with a sharp eye for detail and a gentle, meticulous touch. The process starts with stretching rods across a wooden mold to form a ribbed shape. Then, paper is cut into strips and carefully attached to the ribbing. Once the glue has dried, the wooden mold is removed, presenting a beautifully made lamp that represents the harmonious fusion of traditional materials and modern design.

Rice Paper: This is the most frequently used paper. Its delicate, semi - transparent nature gives it an elegant look while being cost - effective. The Harmony Glow Akari Paper Lamp is an example of a lamp made from rice paper.

Cotton Paper: This material has better structural strength than rice paper. It is white and has a soft, smoother surface. Although it may seem less opaque because of its fiber content, it is more durable and resistant to tearing than rice paper. If you're looking for a high - quality and economical lamp, check out the Zephyr Floor Lamp.

Colored Cotton Paper (Yellow tone): Our colored cotton papers are imbued with yellow tones to create a warm atmosphere. The warm yellow tone emits a cozy, inviting light, and the semi - transparent paper creates a mellow, wabi - sabi effect. The Hitomi Akari Floor Lamp is an example of a lamp made with this paper.

Washi Paper: Washi paper is made from fibers of the inner bark of the gampi or kozo plant and is thicker and more structured than other types of paper. Its natural warm undertones bring a cozy, inviting feeling to your home. Handmade in Japan using traditional techniques, washi paper is made by beating fibers into a pulp, adding them to water, and forming sheets on a mesh screen. After that, the sheets of paper are placed on a flat surface to dry. Due to the labor - intensive production process, washi is the most expensive type of paper. We obtain our washi paper directly from Japan. Examples of lamps made from washi paper include the Akari Paper Ceiling Lamp 21A and the 50EN Akari Lamp.

Self - support: Some Akari lamps have a metal lampshade holder instead of bamboo ribbing, giving a sleek, lightweight appearance. The Serenity Glow Floor Lamp is an example.

Faux Bamboo: This option provides a budget - friendly substitute for natural bamboo. These lamps have wire rods wrapped with yellow - tone paper to imitate the warm tone of bamboo rods. The wire is usually about 0.7 mm thick. The Akari Ceiling Lamp 33N is an example of this.

Natural Bamboo: Bamboo rods are naturally elastic, making them the best support option for paper lamps. The process of making lamps with wired bamboo frames is intricate and complex, especially for larger diameters. Compared to the faux bamboo option, the natural bamboo rods are usually about 2 mm thick, providing better structural support for paper lampshades. All of our washi paper lamps are wired with natural bamboo.