Would this light be bright enough to do homework at a desk? Edit 03/29/13:Thanks for all the input that all of you have given me. I am looking for a wireless light solution to replace my current wired lamp. Do any of you have any recommendations for that purpose? Would this light be bright enough to do homework at a desk? Edit 03/29/13:Thanks for all the input that all of you have given me. I am looking for a wireless light solution to... » Read More Would this light be bright enough to do homework at a desk? Edit 03/29/13:Thanks for all the input that all of you have given me. I am looking for a wireless light solution to replace my current wired lamp. Do any of you have any recommendations for that purpose? « Show Less
1363387
You possibly could use it as desktop lighting. It is not ideal in my opinion...not very bright. Also, the battery life is supposedly not very long. I would describe it as a "very bright night light", plus it looks great!!
1549844
Yes, I've used it, but not for a long time. I don't think I would plan for this, but in a power outage, it is great.
1549845
No I do not think this light would work well for that. It is bright but only for a small circle area under its top. The light doesn't project well. I think you would be straining your eyes.
1549846
No. I love this light, but do not think it would be good for reading unless there are other iight sources in the room.
1549847
Yes, in a pinch (power outage, etc.). It's the best emergency light I have, though I wouldn't recommend it as a full-time desk lamp.
1549848
No. It is bright enough to read a book if you hold the book close by the light but not bright enough for a desk lamp.
1768417
I used one of these lights as a desk light, and I mounted it directly to the desk. Worked perfectly. These lights have multiple uses, not just for pictures. You can definitely mount it to the wall, if you wish.
86569
I have only used the brightest setting. Of course, you should not look directly at it. (Really you can't, or not for more than a second.) If you are using this lamp for SAD, I can't imagine why you wouldn't want it as bright as possible, unless you suddenly have more energy than you know what to do with! :)
919148
I would have to say no. It's more of a spotlight. It's good for lighting up a table top for when you're doing crafts or sewing, but it wouldn't light the whole room.
342841
The light has various setings for brightness, depending on the task at hand. I use it for reading, as well as other tasks and it has worked for me. The brightness level is on par with a 100 watt incandescent bulb, but since it's LED, you have to check the amount of lumens to ascertain its precise brightness level.
1878935
I use it for a corner of my desk that the overhead light does not light up. This light is actually pretty bright. I am totally satisfied with it. I have the light about 10 inches above the base. Lights up a pretty decent amount of desk space.
1361398
It should be fine. I am using mine right now, and it is great. Especially how 2/3 of the table can be tilted up for my notebook or reading, and I still have a small table to write on as well.Great purchase for someone who likes to sit in bed or couch and do work. I think you will be really happy with one. I don't use the light or the ports because I am by an outlet.Good luck!Dorothy
403038
I don't think it's bright enough to read by. It's really just a nice, low light that brightens up any dark areas you may have in the room. I originally bought it exactly for that purpose but liked it so much anyway that I decided to keep it lol! Keep looking if you really want something to read by but if you want a nice, trendy looking lamp, this is a good buy =)
342843
I like this lamp a lot. I believe it will illuminate the whole paper, but there is some decrease of light as you get away from the center. But the I use a book holder that tilts the book and puts the book up pretty close to the light. The farther away the light is, the wider the spread. So if your husband puts the paper down on the kitchen table, it should provide fairly even illumination. If he holds the paper in his hands, this lamp might not be a good one for you. I haven't directly compared the light to a 100 watt bulb
509108
Brightness is personal preference. You might be fine with it, and another person may not be. So unfortunately I'm unable to answer that. keep in mind that the directions explain that the light should not be directly in front of you. So you might want to place the light in the corner of your desk.
1967255
Yes. I study using this desk lamp. Its perfect...espcially its adjustable light intensities. It casts perfect and even light over my book and a notepad. Hope that helps
1952438
It just depends on what you have in the room. Frustrating, I know. But you can't really "see" black light, only the things it illuminates. I would say, just go for it, or buy a nearly identical one at Walmart for $10. If it's too dark, tack a white sheet on one of the walls, and then you'll have plenty of light. You could also buy a regular black light bulb super cheap right now at almost any local store. (all on clearance post-halloween) .... Though it now occurs to me this was probably a Halloween party you were throwing... So I'll just stop talking now.
1552940
I use this in my office and also have a light on my desk and a double window, so for me it is good. Compared to most light kits, I would say it's about equal. None of those kits are like flourescent lights!
723750
As I mentioned in my review, the plug on this lamp is only designed to be used with a computer as a USB so it is really very limited in its placement. I had to return it for this reason unless you have a computer in your bathroom and most people don't. Hope this helps.
564784
I think it would be perfect for such a use. They throw a fair amount of light at a short distance, so reading should be fine. I don't agree with the other users who said it's very low light. It would be way too bright as a night-light (IMO). It's not going to light up a room, but a kid doesn't need a lot of light for bedtime reading.
374865
Hi Siu K li, I did the test for you on my light. I turned it on for one hour on high and the transformer that plugs into the wall got warm. I am an electronics guy and that is very normal for this type of device. There is nothing for you to worry about with this product, just make sure that you have plenty of space for airflow around the transformer/plug and you will be fine. I love my OXYLED desk lamp... Take care, Steve T.
1029585
It should be fine in a desk lamp. I used mine in a wall mounted light fixture. It works well and the price was great.