What is a Lawn Torch?

A lawn torch is a decorative type of outdoor lighting. Usually set on a five to six foot long pole, the lawn torch is typically a liquid fueled lantern with a cloth wick, most often used to illuminate an outdoor walkway, patio or garden party. Some lawn torches use candles or gas fuel. The lawn torch can be made of wood, often bamboo, so that it helps create a Polynesian theme. The wooden lawn torch is most often referred to as a tiki torch. Lawn torches also come in metal varieties and are available in many colors, shapes and sizes. You can find a lawn torch at many garden stores, as well as many department stores, including Target, K Mart and Wal-Mart, and at hardware stores like OSH and Home Depot. Depending on the size, materials and fuel, a lawn torch can range in price from about 20 US dollars (USD) to hundreds of USD for a hand-made metal lawn torch. Keep this variety of lawn torch prices in mind when planning your outdoor decorating budget. When you decide to buy a lawn torch, ...  more