How do I identify a Stiffel lamp?

How do I identify a Stiffel lamp?

Stiffel lamps often contain a foil signature decal on the bottom of the lamp’s metal or high-quality wood base. Look for “Stiffel Lamp Company,” “SLC” or “Stiffel” on the decal or etched into the bottom of the lamp’s base.

How do you restore a Stiffel lamp?

Fill a microwave-safe cup with 1 cup of white vinegar and heat it up in the microwave for one minute. Dip a cloth into the vinegar and then into a dish containing ¼ cup of table salt. Polish all remaining portions of the Stiffel lamp that has tarnish to remove it.

How do I know what size my lamp shade is?

Lamp shade dimensions are typically measured as top x bottom x slant.

1. Top denotes the diameter (or width, if measuring a square lamp shade) of the top of the lamp shade.
2. Bottom denotes the diameter (or width) of the bottom of the lamp shade.
3. The slant is the length of the side of the lamp shade.

When did Stiffel lamps go out of business?

The company went bankrupt in 2000. The company was purchased by Salton, which shipped its molds to China.

Can a Stiffel lamp be refinished?

For example, just as there are Stiffel lamps in floor lamp, table lamp and desk lamp sizes, there are Stiffel lamps that are modern, classic, antique and other styles to suit a variety of decors. If you have an older or antique Stiffel lamp, refinish it to complement your decor, or simply to spruce it up.

Are Stiffel lamps brass plated?

The Stiffel is formed out of zinc, plated with nickel, polished, and then electroplated with brass.

How much do Stiffel lamps weigh?

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