Business Details
47 Years
experience
Handcrafted Colonial Lighting Fixtures for Timeless Elegance
For over four decades, Hammerworks has specialized in crafting heirloom-quality Colonial Reproduction Lighting Fixtures in the USA. Our products combine timeless elegance with exceptional functionality, designed to enhance residential and commercial spaces while maintaining historical authenticity. Each fixture is meticulously handcrafted using premium materials like solid copper and brass, ensuring durability and aesthetic appeal. We offer custom design capabilities, allowing clients to modify existing designs or create bespoke pieces tailored to their specifications.Our work has been featured in historic restorations, film sets, and prestigious venues like the Greenbrier Hotel and Monticello. Backed by a lifetime satisfaction guarantee, we prioritize personal customer service, UL-listed products, and adherence to traditional craftsmanship techniques. With a focus on quality and innovation, we serve homeowners, architects, and designers seeking authentic period lighting solutions.
Services
Colonial Wall Lanterns
Chandeliers
Post Lights
Ceiling Lights
Custom Lighting
Wrought Iron Lighting
Gooseneck Sign Lights
Wooden Chandeliers
Pierced Tin Fixtures
Verdigris Finishes
Details
- Year established: 1979
Highlights and features
- 40+ years of specialized expertise in Colonial-era lighting design
- UL-listed products for electrical safety and structural integrity
- Custom modifications and bespoke designs available
- Featured in historic restorations and Disney film productions
- Lifetime satisfaction guarantee on all handcrafted fixtures
Associations and certifications
- Underwriters Laboratories (UL)
What people say
Stunning lanterns
Fantastic service
Beautiful products
Lifetime durability
Transformative aesthetic
Services
Colonial Wall Lanterns
Handcrafted copper and brass wall lanterns evoke traditional Colonial design. These fixtures resist corrosion while maintaining historical accuracy for homes and commercial properties. Each piece combines functional lighting with decorative appeal, available in antique finishes.
Custom Chandeliers
Tailored chandelier designs accommodate specific architectural requirements. Options include wooden centers with metal arms, pierced tin patterns, and multiple tiers. All custom pieces maintain period authenticity while meeting modern electrical standards.
Gooseneck Sign Lights
Curved-neck fixtures provide nostalgic illumination for residential and commercial applications. Durable construction withstands outdoor conditions while maintaining 19th-century aesthetics. Available in multiple finish options for historical accuracy.
Verdigris Finishes
Custom patina treatments create aged copper appearances on lighting fixtures. This chemical process produces unique surface textures that enhance historical authenticity while preserving material integrity for long-term outdoor use.
Historic Restoration
Exact reproduction capabilities support preservation projects requiring original-specification lighting. Techniques replicate 18th-19th century construction methods while incorporating modern safety features for contemporary applications.
Questions
Do you offer custom lighting designs?
Yes, we accept custom orders for modified existing designs or completely new creations tailored to client specifications.
Are your fixtures UL-listed?
All products meet UL safety standards for electrical components and structural integrity.
What materials do you use?
We use solid copper, brass, tin, and select hardwoods with antique finishes for authentic period construction.
Do you work with commercial clients?
Yes, our lighting appears in historic hotels, restaurants, and film productions including Disney's Pirates of the Caribbean.
What is your return policy?
Standard items may be returned within 10 days of receipt; custom orders are non-refundable once production begins.