Lighting

The spirit of gas lighting engineers and inventors of 18th Century Great Britain coupled with modern technology and a drive for perfection allow owner Mark Longshore to catapult to new heights the art of open flame lighting. The warmth, charm, and subtle flicker that appeal to the senses, as well as the integrity, reliability, and consistency which clients deserve, create a service that Mr. Longshore, his operations managers, craftsmen, and service technicians are proud to provide.

Years of technical field experience beginning in 1969 produced the scrutiny and attention to detail that are the driving forces behind this custom lighting niche. At the age of twelve, Mr. Longshore began working on gas lamps and gas grills with his father; those decades laid a solid foundation, having introduced innumerable situations, problems to solve, and improvements to make. Atop that foundation rest incomparable standards and confidence.

The resurgence in gas lighting popularity demanded an increase in the diversity of styles available. Existing selections were slim and plagued with unreliability. Good conscience and determination to offer expanded options and superior products led Mr. Longshore to comb the electric, exterior lighting industry for lanterns that first would meet his demanding quality and performance criteria and second, satisfy his clients' need for a more stylish focal point for their architectural endeavors. According to Mr. Longshore, "Many clients are hesitant to put faith in a light that has undergone a gas conversion. Rightly so, as many consumers have been disappointed by other manufacturers. Gaslight selection is not nearly as broad as electric lights, and only a small percentage of electric lanterns has the potential to be a gas light. We are broadening the spectrum regarding what is available; how open flame lamps operate is highly specific and requires a technical background and artful execution."

When many people think of manufactured gaslights, Louisiana often comes to mind. The customary handmade copper lights found throughout the state have become known as 'French Quarter gas lights' or 'New Orleans style lights.' "I knew without a doubt we could fabricate substantially sturdier gaslights and incorporate performance innovations learned through decades of experience. Our inaugural handcrafted lanterns were a significant improvement upon the industry standard," states Mr. Longshore. From there, ingenuity and pride in craftsmanship have driven development. Mr. Longshore's unyielding adherence to using exceptional materials allied with flawless implementation are defining factors regarding product superiority. "I offer the safest, best functioning, most reliable, most durable, user friendly, open flame gas lights on the market today."

Knowing how all parts and materials interact with one another, understanding the inherent system as a whole, and anticipating environmental factors are a fraction of the considerations that go into each lighting project. Builders, architects, homeowners, restaurant owners, project managers, and designers alike seek the mastery Mr. Longshore and his staff offer, "A great deal of our business is local, and we now have clients coast to coast due to the rarity of reputable and knowledgeable gas light technicians. We've achieved an impeccable reputation for knowing what we're doing. "

Mr. Longshore duly receives national recognition and no longer contends with products from Louisiana and East Coast manufacturers. He has powerfully addressed quality, reliability, and durability, "I do not accept the status quo. I never stop evaluating each facet of design, construction, and installation, and I never stop looking for the next improvement." By doing so, appreciation for open flame lighting evolves, gas lighting standards are elevated, and levels of expectation are consistently surpassed.

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