FAQs

Please have ALL gas lanterns installed by a licensed professional. Iron Stone LLC is not liable for damages due to incorrect installation. We advise that the professional check gas levels in the home and take all safety precautions prior to enjoying your new lanterns!

Our lanterns are all made originally for natural gas. However, if propane gas is what you need, the lantern is able to be modified for propane gas with the replacement of the burner tip.

Amazon Customers

If you purchased the English Regency - these propane tips are included in the hardware bag and can be used to replace the existing natural gas burner tip. Please call or email if you have any questions.

Determining the size of your lantern: 

When choosing gas lanterns for a front door or sides of the garage, you can use the following guidelines to determine the right size and placement:
  • Single wall lantern,
The height of the fixture should be about 1/3 the height of the garage door. For example, if your front door is 80 inches, you should be browsing for lanterns around the height of 26 inches. Products such as the New Orleans Styled (24 inch) or the Broad Colonial.
  • For 2 or more wall lanterns,
The height should be about 1/4 the height of the door. For example, if your front door is 80 inches, you should be browsing for lanterns around the height of 20 inches. Products such as the New Orleans Styled (18 inch or 21 inch) or the Colonial (21 inch). 
Please contact us if you need additional help on choosing the size that will fit perfect for you and your home!
How do I Install my gas lantern?

Contact a licensed professional for installation. Gas lanterns are supplied with burners designed for natural gas ONLY. The gas supply should be maintained at 7" of water column pressure. Gas lanterns are supplied with burners designed for 1/4" copper gas lines. All connections should be checked for leaks before lighting lanterns.

Gas lanterns are not to be installed on combustible surfaces. Lanterns must have a minimum clearance of 18" to a combustible material. Do not install lanterns where they could make human contact. Gas lanterns are very hot when operating and any contact could result in burns. These lanterns are for outdoor use only.

How do I light my lantern?

Be sure the fixture valve is in the off position before turning on the main shut-off gas valve.

Hold a long match over the gas lantern's burner surface and turn on the fixture gas valve.

If the burner does not light, immediately turn off gas valves and wait several minutes before you try again. YOU MUST WAIT TO LET GAS CLEAR OUT OF THE FIXTURE BEFORE RELIGHTING.

Once fixture is lit, adjust the flame by using the fixture's gas valve. The flame should be no bigger than 1 1/2 inches.
ANY CHANGES MADE TO FIXTURES OR BURNERS VOIDS ALL FACTORY WARRANTIES.

Can you replace my automatic igniter?

Our lanterns do not come with automatic igniters. If your lantern has one installed, you most likely received your product from our retailer, New Orleans Gas and Electric Lights. Please contact them through their website if you are experiencing problems with your igniter.

Do you sell electric lighting kits?

We do not sell electric lighting kits with our lanterns, we sell our products to be manually lit with natural gas. 

Do you sell replacement glass?

We do not sell replacement glass. If your glass is damaged, contact your local hardware store for glass to be fitted to your lantern.