I would like to recover a lamp shade with burlap. Would the light bulb make this flamable?
1651012
Hi Ann. The label on the can gives all kinds of warnings about flammability during use but mentions nothing about after it cures so, I called the 1-800 number for more info. Angela, in the technical department says that after the product has cured, it's fine. Give it at least 24 hours to cure. If you're really concerned give it 2 to 3 days. Once the product has cured, all flammable contents have flashed off and will not ignite. I had asked specifically about using a 60 watt light bulb (incandescent) in this instance. It should be just fine. Go ahead and make your lamp shade.
2022005
The fabric appears to be vinyl/polyester. I'm sure it would catch on fire as any lamp shade would. I would by a cloth lamp shade.
1790162
My experience: The bulb melted at the place where the glass joins the base. It sparked, smoked, and shot out flames. A fire hazard. They are very poorly made bulbs.
1919210
Hello! Thank you for your question. We are happy to answer. The bulb is an arc lamp so it can disposed of normally. Let us know if you have any other questions! Thanks!
31201
What material is the shade made out of? I used this on a harder plastic and it worked great for myself. Although I'm not sure if the heat of the bulb would be an issue at all.
900806
depends on the bulbs. heat lamp black lights will melt it. im using compact florescents that dont produce much heat. i would side on caution and say it would melt it
1284013
no, that really depends how strong of a bulb you are placing in the lamp. hope this helps.
2180935
We put a 300 watt bulb in our lamp and after a few uses (like 5 or 6) our lamp got flaming red and appeared to be ready to burst into flames. It has not worked since.
522953
The light bulb is exposed (nothing covers the bulb) but does not hang below the bottom of the shade, I used a large bulb like the one pictured with good results with respect to both function and appearance. A standard bulb would work as well.
2235420
Yes. But there is a label on the light bulb socket that states: "CAUTION: To reduce the risk of fire, use MAXIMUM 13 watts self-ballasted lamp or lamp adapter." There is also a picture of a CFL curly-style bulb. However, the fixture is a standard table lamp type that has been used for over a hundred years. Are they now making these fixtures with a plastic that more-easily ignites? I suspect the label is government-mandated. I connected a 40 watt incandescent bulb and left it on for over an hour. No fire, but it did get hot.
2202005
Do not. I repeat. Do not put it in the play room. I currently have a small tear and the lamp shade is turned away from the tear. It looks nice but must handle with lots of care. Not recommended for use arround children.
16661
A lamp shade does fit, you don't need any other pieces. You just need a lightbulb, and I used a big bottle to make it.
1971581
Not really, it does get a bit warm, but the stem is cool to the touch. I have seen classic banker's lamps on all day in older banks and the glass does not break. It depends on the wattage of the light bulb you use. I have a 60 watt light bulb in my lamp and it gives out the right amount of light, even with the white diffuser.
1491877
if it works, it will be fine. light is not strong however because it is a cfl, not hot either.
794413
Marcella, I had to replace my shade after moving. The movers either broke it or lost it. The replacement is not exactly the color I wanted but it looks great and once the light bulb is screwed in, it stabilized the shade. Hope this is helpful.
179165
I haven't but I think the shade would move or fall off when you pull the string. I have this shade on a bulb that used to have a pull string and we had an electrician change it to a wall switch.
1980039
This lamp may not meet your desires. I use only the bulb that came with the lamp. A larger bulb may not be safe. J