Candle, Paraffin and Gas Lighting
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Electricity was discovered and the first successful light bulb was created by Thomas Edison in 1879. Gas continued to be popular in households and it was not until the First World War period that builders changed to electric lighting systems in all new homes.
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Useful Links to Articles Lighting in the Victorian Home: Building Conservation
Lighting Products
Forum Debates
Useful Research Websites English Architecture: Britain Express Looking at Buildings: Pevsner Architectural Guides
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