Amish Made Polywood Standard Lighthouse (Amish Furniture)

Poly Lumber is derived from post-consumer polyethylene bottle wastes such as milk containers. This material is cleaned in a decontamination process to a purity level of over 99% HDPE (high density polyethylene). It is then compounded into a rigid board stock material, the resulting finished product containing over 90% recycled post-consumer waste by weight. Because Poly Lumber is a recycled product, there can be slight variations in color.

Selecting the right light for your lighthouse is perhaps your most important decision in your purchase. The right light for you depends on how you will use the lighthouse, its proximity to others, the source of power, and your personal preference.

Please note that all lights are low wattage (usually about 25 watts or less), as they are meant to serve as accent lights. Your lighthouse will not light up an entire yard, but will accent it beautifully.

Except for the solar lights, all lights operate by plugging a cord into a standard AC/DC outlet, just as you would for any lamp. Unfortunately, we do not sell timers or remote controls for our outdoor lighthouses. We recommend that you purchase a timer through your local hardware store and consult an electrician for more complex wiring.

Light options are as follows:

Standard Light
All lighthouses come with a standard 25 watt light at no extra charge. When the lighthouse is plugged in, the light is on. The primary benefit of this light is that there is no extra charge. It is the best option for a lighthouse that will be in close proximity to living areas (to minimize distraction).

Solar Light #1
This is our least expensive solar light option. If you want a solar light and cost is a factor, this option is the one for you. See Solar Light #2 to read about the solar light that we recommend to customers when cost is not as much of a factor.

The solar light allows you to set your lighthouse virtually anywhere in the sun - no need for wires at all - which will save you from tearing up your yard or paying for expensive installation of electricity for remote places. Next to our standard light, the solar light is our most popular light option. The solar light also saves money over the long run because it does not add to your electric bill. It’s the most ecological friendly solution. The solar collectors will gather sunlight during the day and the light will shine at night. This light requires access to the sun. It is slightly dimmer than our other lights. It’s a great idea for a dock! Please note that the tip of the lighthouse is lost with this light option (see picture of options for detail). The loss of this detail steers some people away from this option.

Solar Light #2
If you want a solar light for your lighthouse, this is the option that we recommend. This light is superior to Solar Light #1 for the following reasons:

• Higher wattage - it is brighter
• Better quality - it will likely last longer
• Includes a switch to change from a steady light to one that appears to be rotating
• Adds a small solar panel to the roof of your lighthouse without sacrificing the ornamental point on the top of your lighthouse
  

This light does not actually rotate but it appears to do so. The Solar Light #2 consists of 8 LEDs arranged in a circle. When the switch is set to "rotating light", what actually happens is that 3 LEDs in a row will be lit at once. As soon as a 4th LED is lit, the first one turns off and the effect is that 3 LEDs chase each other around the circle.

Revolving Light
The revolving light is a very popular option for those who want to most accurately simulate the effect of many real lighthouses. It is not the most economical choice. The revolving light operates by a small motor and system of mirrors to give it a beacon effect. It is a wonderful choice if you’re looking for an authentic replication of a lighthouse and are placing your lighthouse in a remote area where power is available. We don’t recommend the revolving light next to a neighbor’s window or on the side of the street, but we’ve never heard any reports of complaints from customers who have chosen this option.

Amish Handcrafted - An American Tradition

Amish handcrafted products are well-known for their high quality, traditional designs and authentic craftsmanship. The Amish make a wide variety of furniture and crafts using handheld tools and working out of small woodshops beside their rural homes. They are a unique cultural group that avoids computers, cell phones, cars and electricity even in this high tech age. Their products are painstakingly made by hand, one piece at a time. Each piece is individually crafted and inspected.

While many American manufacturers lose way to foreign imports, the Amish are thriving in the furniture and crafts business in places like Lancaster, Pennsylvania; Holmes County, Ohio; and Shipshewana, Indiana. They’ve earned a well-deserved reputation for quality and value, practicing their art in many places where American furniture and crafts have been made for generations and helping to support those local economies.

While the Amish in general have earned a reputation for high quality work, there are of course exceptions. Our staff carefully selects woodworkers and craftsmen whose commitment to quality matches our customer's expectations.

In general, the Amish are an inward focused people that reflect many generations of technological isolation from the rest of the world. For that reason, they tend to focus on manufacturing rather than selling. With any high quality product, this is where the focus should be!

Popular Amish made crafts include outdoor lighthouses, wishing wells, and a variety of other lawn decor. The Amish also make many popular crafts, including the immensely popular Amish quilts. Amish furniture includes indoor furniture and outdoor furniture.

Please allow 1 to 3 weeks for delivery.

Lighthouses that are 6' and smaller are generally shipped via UPS. Lighthouses larger than  6 must be crated and shipped via freight.

For most lighthouses, the top is secured inside the base during shipping. When you receive your lighthouse, be sure to inspect it to make sure that it has arrived without damage. Our rate of damage is very low, but in the event that damage does occur, documentation always helps. After inspecting your lighthouse, remove the top from inside the base and simply place it on top of the base where it belongs.

Your lighthouse will now be ready for use ... enjoy!