​Lantern posts were first introduced in the early 1800’s in London. Fueled by gas, these lamps were only able to illuminate a few feet in any direction. They were, however, an improvement on no light at all! With the invention and standardization of electricity, lampposts were modernized and then largely replaced with the streetlights that are so common today. But the charm and appeal of lantern posts continue to enjoy wide appeal. By incorporating lantern posts into the landscape of your home, you can add both charm and beneficial lighting, without breaking the bank.

Drive up to your home in style - Place a pair of lantern posts at the end of your driveway to help visitors easily find your home at night. If you have a long driveway, you can line it with lantern posts, giving you and your guests plenty of light to navigate by. No more searching for the right key or juggling car seats in gloom of night!
 
Add character to your entryway - The entrance sets the tone for your home’s overall appearance and charm. A bright, cheery entryway helps you feel comforted and at home before you even walk through the door! A well-lit front door will also help deter burglars from your property.
 
Illuminate walkways - Whether lining the front walkway or a path through the backyard, lantern posts will keep you from stumbling in the dark.
 
Enjoy your yard after the sun goes down - You spent plenty of time, energy and money creating the perfect outdoor retreat, you deserve to get all the use out of it that you can. Keep the party going into the night with lantern posts to light the way. From pools and gardens to gazebos and docks, lantern posts complement any environment. 

​Our new line of lantern posts meet the same standards of quality and satisfaction as our cupolas and weathervanes. They are built with durable, maintenance-free Azek vinyl, and our lanterns are made from a variety of sturdy metals, including copper and bronze.
 
Whether you are a fan of modern architecture or love the look of classic English lampposts, we have a lantern to suit your tastes. We also have 8 customizable lantern posts to choose from, letting you design a truly unique look for your home.
 
For more information on our lantern posts, call us today at 866-400-1776.

​At Valley Forge Cupolas and Weathervanes, we love offering our customers affordable ways to add beauty and style to their homes. That’s why we’re excited to announce our new line of mailboxes, lanterns and posts! In the video above, Beverly and Rick introduce us to these new items, on display at the Lancaster County Showcase. In this week’s blog we’ll take an in-depth look at these stunning items we’re sure will become top sellers!

​We have five charming mailbox styles to choose from, each available in a variety of colors to match any home. Whether you select the Newport mailbox in burgundy or the Eagle mailbox in stunning pewter and gold, you’re certain to smile every time you retrieve your mail.
 
Our mailboxes are mounted on durable Azek vinyl posts, maintenance free and guaranteed to last! We offer five mailbox post styles, allowing you to coordinate with your home’s architectural elements. All posts offer the option of a newspaper box - no more soggy newspaper! You can even cap your post with a gorgeous copper pineapple, the traditional symbol of hospitality.

We offer 8 lantern post designs, from plain to tapered to raised panel bases. All our posts are made entirely in the USA and offer outstanding quality. These posts are compatible with any of the cupola lantern designs we offer. They are also easy to install: simply sink a wooden post securely into the ground and mount the hollow post over top. Use them to light your sidewalk, display your house number, or illuminate your driveway.

We offer a variety of customization options that can be added to any mailbox or lantern post:

• Copper accents on the base of the post
• Display your house number in polished or antique brass. The numbers can be mounted directly to the post or on a vertical or oval sign. The oval signs are hung from the post and we offer several mounting options.
• Personalized signs, also designed to be hung from the post. We offer multiple color combinations for these signs, from traditional black on white to eye-catching gold on green.

​Whether you’re in the market for a weathervane for your garden, a cupola for your gazebo, or a lantern post for your driveway, Valley Forge Cupolas has what you’re looking for. Not sure what design will best complement your house? Call and speak to one of our specialists at 866-400-1776 today! We love matching our customers with the perfect product.