Could you use these indoors if you only lit one for a little while (10 minutes or so) to chase the mosquitoes out?
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Not advisable. These sticks are for outdoor use only. Not only will it be a fire hazard but the amount of smoke it generates will cause respiratory problems in an enclosed area.
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I guess it depends on how much you like a strong incense smell indoors. I wouldn't, as even after a couple minutes the smoke would be pretty thick and would stick to the furniture, carpet, etc.
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Our experience: we use them like fly swatters. They don't "attract" mosquitos per se. They have a bluish light, but as the instructions were written by someone better versed in Mandarin, we don't see much value. Just their novelty is worth the purchase.
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Your best defense indoors is an electric fan. Mosquitoes are not good upwind flyers
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The fact they are LED they will not draw as much electricity as a luminescent. With fresh batteries I have had the lights on for 4 hours. The next time I used them for two hours with no dimness of the lights.
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yes they would be fine for that. I am wrapping them in a sheer fabric as well and have had them on for about 30 minutes solid not blinking. The led lights do not generate much heat at all.
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MLH, as I read on the instructions the device should only be used outdoors. It does have a gaseous odor so we don't think it would be wise for use indoors. The lantern would probably be effective in the garage if it was properly well ventilated but I would have to refer you back the instructions which also doesn't recommend indoor use. The lanterns seem to work better than the portable and they don't attract mosquitoes but repel them. We use the lanterns on our back deck in the summer and they seem to work well but you have to activate them about 15 mins before you plan on enjoying the outdoors. Hope this helps. Jan MLH, as I read on the instructions the device should only be used outdoors. It does have a gaseous odor so we don't think it would be wise for use indoors. The lantern would probably be effective in the garage if it was properly well ventilated but I would have to refer you back the instructions which also doesn't recommend indoor use. The lanterns seem to work better than the portable and they don't attract mosquitoes but repel them. We use the lanterns on our back deck in the summer and they seem to work well but you have to activate them about 15 mins before you plan on enjoying the... » Read More MLH, as I read on the instructions the device should only be used outdoors. It does have a gaseous odor so we don't think it would be wise for use indoors. The lantern would probably be effective in the garage if it was properly well ventilated but I would have to refer you back the instructions which also doesn't recommend indoor use. The lanterns seem to work better than the portable and they don't attract mosquitoes but repel them. We use the lanterns on our back deck in the summer and they seem to work well but you have to activate them about 15 mins before you plan on enjoying the outdoors. Hope this helps. Jan « Show Less
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I would not use indoors. There are many insecticides recommended for indoor use so I would not take the risk.
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I would only use these lites in a dry area. The steam may affect the battiers.
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As I said in my original post, not very long. I tried multiple batteries from a 20-pack, and nothing would keep any of the three in pack lit for more than 10's of minutes. We went back to inexpensive moon lights, and haven't regretted it.
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No these are mini nets. For indoors. The nets would not last very long out doors
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They will last through the night but only one (or maybe two) nights. The battery would quickly be extinguished and you would probably spend a lot on replacing the battery every other night. I also use a nightlight but I use a small light that plugs into the wall with a nightlight bulb in it. I also have one of these http://www.amazon.com/GE-Flower-Design-Incandescent-51386/dp/B002DNG9A2/ref=sr_1_18?ie=UTF8&qid=1410570644&sr=8-18&keywords=night+light which works really well. Hope that helps! These Mushroom lights are still fun and are really good for a few hours a night!
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I've not tried it, fluorescent lights are not supposed to work well because of the way they flicker wit the AC frequency. I believe there is a light kit available to fit these models for indoor use.
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I did not do this, but I see no reason why not. I did plug mine in to a timer as there was no way to shut them off until sunrise (other than unplugging or a switch. A dimmer should work fine. These are worth their weight in gold for quality, ease of install, consistency of quality and design.
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I would not recommend doing that. The strip gives off vapors which can be disturbing if a person is subjected to them for prolonged periods. Also, the vapors are an insecticide which can be unhealthy over time. I use the strips in my basement and in contained entry halls where flying insects can gain access to the house but where people are only briefly.
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They would take a really long time with a lighter. I use my stove and it takes 10-15 minutes. If you can't use the stove a small fire will sometime be a better alternative. I have not been able to use a lighter to light one it would just take too long.
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I use them for accent light in my living room. I do not use them every time I am in the room but on special occasions. I used the same lights in a former home in the kitchen. I found the life of the batteries was not very good with continual use. So in short, yes, they will work find if you are willing to replace batteries.
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Yes. We use these bulbs in our ceiling fan in the living room. They do a great job of lighting up the room. No need for another light to be on.