Since it only handles 45 watts, would this be sufficient lighting for a living room? Don't want to have to use two lamps
242520
This lamp is for ambiance only. You would not be able to read by it, but is just right for watching TV, and for cheering up the room as it is beautiful when lit . I love mine!
175814
60 watts, it might just throw enough. you would be better off getting a normal lamp and a good shade for it. The lamp its self hasn't any on off switch its on the electric cord. If I had it to do over again I wouldn't
159997
You could use a three way bulb but I wouldn't or in other words u don't have to.Any watt u decide to use it will give u great lighting
1740144
The light from this fixture is focused downward. I use two fixtures over some heavy equipment. It lights the equipment well, but not the rest of the room. Of course, you'd be trading two bulbs for one, so, at best, it would be half as bright as what you currently have.
848092
You would be better off with a couple of electric lamps with strong bulbs if you need a lot of light. These lamps are beautiful, however they don't give off a lot of light.
1756399
I used 75 watt equivalent bulbs and have it hanging in a room over a hobby table. The 60 watt bulbs are not bright enough for close work.
947966
Hello, I just bought a standard 40 watt bulb. It says you can use 40 watts or less on the inside of the lamp. Hope this helps :).
496696
You should use the 11 watts as the instructions say. If you use a higher watt, you could damage the light
980497
Yes... I think so. The room it's in is 10x12 and is very bright! This fixture allows up to 60 watt bulbs. If memory serves me right, we down graded to 40 watts. Still plenty of light. We added shades...
371533
Hi Judith! I use a clear 25watt bulb in mine, and it puts out plenty of light. I dont think I would try a 40watt bulb. Where ever you decide to put the lamp, 25watts will be plenty. I have two in my bedroom. But in the other one I have a 15watt bulb. I hope I helped you out a little bit. :)
2082010
You will need to purchase two light bulbs. We are now using standard 60 watts in ours. You may want to read manufactures suggestion first.
425272
50 Watt might be to hot for a (Assume Closed Hutch). Would probably think about 25 Watt instead.If you have only two bulbs the 50 Watt could be OK, but otherwise go for the 25 Watt.
1111990
Our lamp came with 40 watt, which is just right for us. It is on a dimmer, so one can manage the brightness that way. I prefer to stick to the wattage provided for safety reasons, as well.
2059401
Takes 3 _60w light bulbs.. room would be to dark with 20w, it would be like lighting 3 lighters in a room
2221813
you need at least a 85w CFL (300w) equivalent light source. I suggest that you purchase two of them. The 45W (120W) equivalent light source is just not adequate. (400W) would be better but your light socket may not be rated for this one.
1257777
Yes. It comes with 2 bulbs and either will be sufficient. It might be too much light.
440605
Hi, you would get plenty of light. I have this lamp on my bathroom and I live it. Super recommend.