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Black 12 in. craftsman post lantern with white glass, stainless steel frame, single bulb design

Maxim

Maxim 4055 Coldwater 12 in. 1-Light Post Light Black

SKU CH-68XD-3MS31

A 12-inch craftsman-style post light with honey glass, black stainless steel finish, and a single 60 W incandescent socket at 120 V

  • Traditional craftsman style enhances curb appeal
  • Black stainless steel finish resists outdoor corrosion
  • Honey white glass diffuses warm ambient light
  • Single 60 W incandescent bulb provides ample illumination
  • Compact 12 in height fits standard posts

Traditional Craftsman Post Light

The Maxim Coldwater lantern brings a classic craftsman silhouette to pathways and garden beds. Its black stainless-steel frame holds a single honey-tinted glass panel that diffuses light evenly around the fixture. Designed for standard 120 V household wiring, it accepts one medium-base incandescent bulb up to 60 W. The 12-inch height makes it a proportional accent for post-top mounting.

Thermals Noise and Power Draw

The open lantern vents heat naturally so the glass and frame stay cool during evening operation. With only a single 60 W incandescent lamp the electrical draw is modest and the fixture adds no audible hum or fan noise. Stainless-steel construction resists corrosion, keeping thermal performance consistent through seasonal weather changes. No additional power equipment is required beyond the existing line voltage circuit.

Upgrade Path and Fit

This post light replaces older pole-top lanterns that use the same 120 V supply and a single medium-base socket. The 12-inch height and 6-inch width match many legacy mounting bases, so rewiring is rarely needed. Buyers who need multiple lamps per post or integrated LED modules will need a different fixture style. The craftsman aesthetic suits traditional exteriors rather than contemporary minimalist schemes.

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Price $97.99
Pricier than about 63% of the 26 comparable items (median $34.49).

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Brand nameMaxim

Questions about this item

How do I mount the 12 in. Coldwater post light and what step is often missed?

Secure the fixture to a 3 in. diameter pole using the supplied hardware and apply silicone sealant around the base; the step most often missed is sealing the wire entry point to keep moisture out.

What maintenance will the Coldwater post light need over time?

Replace the 60 W medium-base incandescent bulb when it burns out and clean the white glass panels periodically; the black stainless-steel finish requires no coating renewal.

What is the first limit I will hit if the Coldwater post light runs continuously?

The 60 W incandescent bulb generates the most heat, so the glass temperature and bulb life become the limiting factors before any wiring or finish issue appears.

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