News — Lighting Restoration

Rediscover the quiet charm of the mid-century center-post ceiling fixture—one of the most hardworking yet overlooked staples of postwar American design. From ranch homes to 1950s apartments, these simple, dependable mounts illuminated an entire era. Today, Vintporium keeps their legacy alive with fully restored fixtures and brand-new custom bases available in a wide range of finishes, including black, oil-rubbed bronze, polished nickel, satin nickel, polished brass, raw brass, and antique brass. Perfect for pairing with original mid-century glass shades, these center-post mounts bring authenticity, warmth, and timeless style back to modern homes.

Mounting brackets are the unsung heroes of the lighting world. These small, often overlooked components are essential for securing fixtures safely and properly to ceilings or walls.