Electrically-lit Lantern Safety

Lanterns lit by electricity, or electrically-lit lanterns, are the easiest ones for you to deal with. Simply place these lanterns up high so that children do not bump into them, knocking over the light bulbs or causing them to come into contact with the paper. To place the lantern up high and add a neat feel to the room or outdoors, you can also hang your lanterns. These lanterns are not very dangerous, and they do not pose much of a fire hazard, for bulbs do not ignite paper easily. But, they still can, so they should not be left sitting on paper while powered on for long periods of time. Additionally, a lot of sharp glass can occur as a result of breaking a bulb, which can be very, very dangerous for children. So, place them out of reach. It is that simple.

Intro to the Dangers of Paper Lanterns

Paper lanterns are a great, cheap alternative to traditional lighting fixtures, and they are just as effective. In some ways, they are nicer, especially if you are going for an Oriental look. They are used for a variety of purposes; they are even used in film to simulate daylight. The paper lanterns we are talking about here are the simple kinds that go well in the home or garden. While they can certainly add an aesthetic appeal to their environment, they can also be dangerous, especially, around children. If you are not careful, even you can mess up and cause a fire or other safety hazard. But, it is your children you have to be especially careful about.