Hi campers
We have lots of different types of battery operated torches/lanterns but they all give off such a cold white light. I really want a cosy glow instead like I've seen in other tents. I've looked in shops and only seem to find LED lighting which I think might be the problem. Is it possible to have warm lighting without EHU?
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Well last year I spotted a post on Facebook. I'm going to try it out next weekend You fill up a milk jug (large 4pt one) with water then put your head torch onto it (shining into it) looks like it gives off a really nice warm glow!
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Yes, I agree the vast majority of battery powered LED lamps give off a very bright (blue/white) light.
There are a few out there that give off a much warmer light. I use the ouwell Superior 400LX lanterns, they also do a cheaper '300' version. Both have a really nice warm light and last for ages on D Batteries. A bit pricy but well worth it.
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Yellowstone falls - for week or more
Clear lake - Flyball team entertainment
Cedar lake - not been used yet!
Trout lake 6 - short weekend trips
Trout Lake 4 - for just me and the dog
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You can get warm white LED lights that give off a nice glow.
I made my own camping lights from some SMD LED panels some,cable, a switch and a small board. I can power them from either 8 x AA batteries, a small 12v battery, a big leisure battery or even mains via an adapter!
When it gets dark I'll take some pictures of the warm white and bright white side by side.
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Just adding to this thread, I also use loads of 'warm white' led battery powered lights in all the tent pockets and anywhere else I can hang them! Never camp with EHU, but these give off loads of light and make the tent very welcoming at night. Also, they last ages on the batteries (easily a week). This is the inside of my Outwell Yellowstone Falls
------------- Current tent line-up (all outwell)
Yellowstone falls - for week or more
Clear lake - Flyball team entertainment
Cedar lake - not been used yet!
Trout lake 6 - short weekend trips
Trout Lake 4 - for just me and the dog
Concorde L
Hurricane lamp, the type that uses paraffin and a wick. Very warm light that you can vary by adjusting the wick, and it gives off a wee bit of heat too. Just transport it in a poly bag in case of wee leaks.
Give's a warm bright light as you would expect at home.
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Topic: Warm lighting (non EHU)
You fill up a milk jug (large 4pt one) with water then put your head torch onto it (shining into it) looks like it gives off a really nice warm glow! 
