Decorative Paper lanterns are one of the main items used to illuminate many festival sites. Most people leave them permanently fixed in gardens and buildings in addition to other decorations.

The paper lantern assembly procedure is not tiresome work. A decorative paper lantern that needs assembly can be put together in 20 minutes.

Regardless of the easy to assemble procedure, you still have to be cautious when using the expander as it can damage the lantern accidentally if it punctures with the sides. Furthermore, the body of this type of lantern is made of easily breakable thin wire. This is done to make the packaging and mailing easier as flattening of lanterns can effectively be done. The metal tool is to help widen the lamp fully.

Assembling hanging paper lamps is easy though you need to be careful when using the widener when expanding it to its original shape. Fine wires are used when making these lanterns. Packaging and mailing of this type of lantern is easy because of the convenience making it flat. The flattened lanterns are widened with the metal tool.

After you reshape the lantern, you will need the cord to hang it. Place the cord along the wall to the top and hook the cord to the ceiling. Select a tape that will stick the cord well. The cord can be fixed with hooks which are stronger than any tape. Install the light next. As electric fixtures may cause fires, keep enough space between each side of the lanterns when positioning the bulb. It is more suitable to use CFL bulbs rather than other types because these bulbs heat up less.

CFL bulbs are much better than incandescent lights for paper lanterns as the former heats less. Always keep the wattage low as it minimizes the probability of fires. After attaching, switch on the light to see if it works properly. Occasionally, it may not work due to erroneous installation. Check the installation for proper usage.

Cody Scholberg, a lighting expert, writes about paper lanterns. Check out this post on using rice paper lanterns to repel mosquitoes!

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