{"id":14117,"date":"2026-03-03T22:21:19","date_gmt":"2026-03-03T22:21:19","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/?p=14117"},"modified":"2026-03-03T22:21:19","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T22:21:19","slug":"the-glow-of-neon-art-science-and-illumination","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/the-glow-of-neon-art-science-and-illumination\/","title":{"rendered":"The Glow of Neon: Art, Science, and Illumination"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\"sws_supernormalaction\"><button on=\"tap:superwebshare-lightbox\" class=\"superwebshare_normal_button1 superwebshare-button-large superwebshare-button-default superwebshare_prompt superwebshare_button_svg\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color: #1e73be;\" ><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"superwebshare-svg\"  fill=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"0\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" d=\"M789.86,323.67c91.79,0,164.25-72.46,164.25-164.25S881.64,0,789.86,0S625.6,72.46,625.6,164.25c0,4.83,0,14.49,0,24.15L306.76,371.98c-24.15-24.15-57.97-33.82-96.62-33.82c-91.79,0-164.25,72.46-164.25,164.25s72.46,164.25,164.25,164.25c38.65,0,72.46-14.49,96.62-33.82L625.6,821.26c0,9.66,0,14.49,0,19.32c0,86.96,72.46,159.42,159.42,159.42s159.42-72.46,159.42-159.42s-67.63-159.42-154.59-159.42c-33.82,0-67.63,9.66-96.62,33.82L374.4,526.57c0-9.66,0-19.32,0-24.15s0-14.49,0-24.15l318.84-188.41C717.39,314.01,751.21,323.67,789.86,323.67z\" \/><\/svg><span>Share<\/span><\/button><\/div><h2>What Are Neon Lights?<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">When we say &#8220;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/neon-signs.html\">neon lights<\/a>,&#8221; we&#8217;re often talking about any bright, glowing glass tube used in signs and art. But technically, true neon light is created when electricity passes through neon gas inside a glass tube, producing that signature warm red-orange glow. Other gases create different colors \u2014 argon with mercury gives blue, helium glows pink, and krypton produces a lavender hue.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" class=\"size-full wp-image-12576 aligncenter\" src=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/how-to-design-neon-sign-uk-min.jpg\" alt=\"alt=&quot;  neon lights installation for a London bar, showcasing the vibrant glow and professional craftsmanship from Smithers Neon&quot;\" width=\"751\" height=\"1013\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/how-to-design-neon-sign-uk-min.jpg 751w, https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/how-to-design-neon-sign-uk-min-222x300.jpg 222w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 751px) 100vw, 751px\" \/><\/p>\n<h2>A Brief History<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Neon lighting was born in 1910 when French engineer Georges Claude displayed the first neon lamp in Paris. By 1923, neon signs had crossed the Atlantic, dazzling Los Angeles and soon spreading across America&#8217;s commercial landscapes. Those glowing tubes became the heartbeat of mid-century advertising, theater marquees, and roadside diners.<\/p>\n<h2>How Neon Works<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">It&#8217;s simpler than it looks:<\/p>\n<ol start=\"1\">\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Glass tubes<\/strong>\u00a0are hand-bent into shapes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Electrodes are sealed at both ends<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">The air is removed and a small amount of gas is added<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">High-voltage electricity excites the gas atoms<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">The atoms release energy as\u00a0<strong>light<\/strong><\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Each gas has its own color signature. Neon gas = red-orange. <a title=\"How Neon Signs Work: The Science Behind the Glow\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/how-neon-signs-work\/\" rel=\"\">Argon<\/a>\/mercury = blue (often paired with phosphor coatings for greens, purples, and more).<\/p>\n<h2>Neon vs. LED<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">You&#8217;ve probably seen &#8220;LED neon&#8221; \u2014 flexible silicone strips with tiny <a title=\"How Custom LED Neon Signs Transform Interior and Exterior Spaces\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/blog\/custom-led-neon-signs-interior-exterior-spaces\/\" rel=\"\">LEDs<\/a> inside. While LED is energy-efficient and durable,\u00a0<strong>real glass neon<\/strong>\u00a0offers:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Authentic warmth<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 genuine glass tubes have depth and richness<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Vintage character<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 handcrafted, each piece is unique<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Physical presence<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 real glass catches light even when off<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>Investment value<\/strong>\u00a0\u2014 antique neon is collectible and timeless<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Modern Uses<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Neon never really went away. Today you&#8217;ll find it:<\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">In bespoke home decor and custom signage<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Behind bars and in trendy cafes<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">As statement art in galleries and lofts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Restoring vintage signs for historic districts<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<li>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">In commercial branding that wants to stand out<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h2>Care and Safety<\/h2>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">Real neon uses high voltage and should be installed by professionals. Tubes are delicate but can last decades if handled well. LED neon is safer for DIY projects and shipping, but lacks that authentic glow.<\/p>\n<hr \/>\n<h3>Illuminate Your Space with Leon Carrey<\/h3>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\">At Leon Carrey, we bridge the gap between classic neon craftsmanship and modern design. Whether you&#8217;re looking for a custom business sign, a piece of glowing wall art, or a restoration project, we bring light to your vision.<\/p>\n<p class=\"ds-markdown-paragraph\"><strong>[Contact us] \u00b7 [<a href=\"https:\/\/www.smithersofstamford.com\/contact-us\">Custom quote<\/a>]<\/strong><\/p>\n<div class=\"sws_supernormalaction\"><button on=\"tap:superwebshare-lightbox\" class=\"superwebshare_normal_button1 superwebshare-button-large superwebshare-button-default superwebshare_prompt superwebshare_button_svg\" style=\"color:#ffffff;background-color: #1e73be;\" ><svg xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"superwebshare-svg\"  fill=\"currentColor\" viewBox=\"0 0 1000 1000\" stroke=\"currentColor\" stroke-width=\"0\"><path stroke-linecap=\"round\" stroke-linejoin=\"round\" d=\"M789.86,323.67c91.79,0,164.25-72.46,164.25-164.25S881.64,0,789.86,0S625.6,72.46,625.6,164.25c0,4.83,0,14.49,0,24.15L306.76,371.98c-24.15-24.15-57.97-33.82-96.62-33.82c-91.79,0-164.25,72.46-164.25,164.25s72.46,164.25,164.25,164.25c38.65,0,72.46-14.49,96.62-33.82L625.6,821.26c0,9.66,0,14.49,0,19.32c0,86.96,72.46,159.42,159.42,159.42s159.42-72.46,159.42-159.42s-67.63-159.42-154.59-159.42c-33.82,0-67.63,9.66-96.62,33.82L374.4,526.57c0-9.66,0-19.32,0-24.15s0-14.49,0-24.15l318.84-188.41C717.39,314.01,751.21,323.67,789.86,323.67z\" \/><\/svg><span>Share<\/span><\/button><\/div>","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ShareWhat Are Neon Lights? 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