Showing posts with label vintage lamps. Show all posts
Showing posts with label vintage lamps. Show all posts

Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Oriental Furniture Unique Inexpensive Lamps- 19-Inch Olivia Modern Reviews

Oriental Furniture Unique Inexpensive Lamps- 19-Inch Olivia Modern Japanese Style Wood and Paper Lantern, Silver Base
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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The picture of this lamp doesn't do it justice. They are gorgeous! The description is off a bit, though. Base of lamp is 6.25" x 6.25", lamp shade is 4.75" in diameter, and the lamp has an overall height of 18 5/8". The lamp takes a type B light bulb, the sticker on the felt covered bottom says up to 40W.

I ordered a pair of them in Walnut for my nightstands in my Asian/Zen themed master bedroom and they are perfect. They were very well packaged and arrived in perfect condition. The lamps have an inline rocker switch on a black cord that is very easy to operate. The shade is a stiff paper wrapped with a linen-like fabric with a nice texture to it. The top of the bulb is about 10.5" from the bottom of the tube, which does not come out, so you will need to be able to get your hand in there to screw the bulb in. I got 25W type B candelabra bulbs for mine, and they give a nice soft light to the room. If you're looking for a reading lamp, these are not for you, but if you want a gentle ambiance and Zen feel, you'll be very happy with these.

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love the simple ikea-like design...great for a tall bookshelf... its very bright for its size (u need to order bulb separately)

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These lamps give off a very nice, soft light that's easy to read by but not hard on the eyes. Perfect and the "paper" is a sturdy sort, not thin or flimsy, more like a really light canvas.

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Sturdy construction, well built all the way around. These lamps are NOT flimsy at all. I bought two of these and set them up on timers with low wattage bulbs to wake me up in the morning. Works great. The light they put out is soft and soothing. I use the bright white CFC bulbs, smallest wattage they make... They look really nice with the bright white bulbs... I think they look nicer with the bright white Compact flourescents than with the soft white bulbs, which can look too yellowish, in my view. I'm pleased with my purchase.

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Beautiful! Well made. Light is evenly distributed. Quality materials and cord. Compliments my Asian inspired decor but would go with any decor! Im ordering another right now.

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Thursday, December 25, 2014

Review of 30" Table Lamp/Natural Shade

30' Table Lamp/Natural Shade Honey
Customer Ratings: 3.5 stars
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I have ordered many products through the years from Amazon and have always been pleased; yet, I have never written a review since the other reviews generally reflected my opinion. In reading the one review written on this product (which was very negative), I had great hesitancy in ordering the product even though I liked the way it looked in the picture and the description.

After speaking to CS about it, I was assured that I could easily return the lamp if it did not meet my expectations. So, I decided to take a chance and ordered it.

It just arrived today, and I absolutely love it!. It is quality built and perfect for a porch. The shade is definitely wicker with PVC coating for weather protection. I could not be more pleased. It is absolutely worth the money, and looks great on the porch. A nice plus is the two way switch on the light. The lamp is truly a beautiful addition on the porch!

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I just purchased one of these originally. I was not happy with the packing it came in. It was obviously a return, and the wrapping was pretty sloppy, and sand that was loaded in the base that keeps the lamp upright during high winds was leaking, and there was sand everywhere. But I cleaned it all up, the lamp itself was okay. It is all plastic, but for an outdoor lamp, I would think that's what you want. I would agree, though, it is pretty pricey for a plastic lamp. I did order another one to complete the patio arrangement I have. It looks nice, I have no complaints. My patio furniture has bronze frames, so it goes pretty well with that. I wouldn't want this inside the house, but like I said, for outside, it's ideal. Moisture cannot penetrate the bulb area anywhere because of the way it's made. I have another older outdoor floor lamp, and it has a glass globe that surrounds the bulb, and has been knocked over with high winds and has broken, so the plastic on this will hopefully protect it from getting broken.

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I now have two of these. The lighter shade one is more natural looking (like wicker) than the other. Downside is the very plastic looking lamp stand/pedestal. Shade is actually attractive all things considered. Overall this works just fine for the job. I am not disappointed. The main negative I would say is the price, but I looked for comparable and could not find at a lower price. So, overall, I recommend it and would recommend even stronger if the price was lower.

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This lamp is not as advertised. The wicker shade is plastic. The lamp has a cheap appearance. The pole is not bronze; it is bronze color. And for the oddity that it is, it is way, way overpriced.

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Sunday, December 21, 2014

Review of Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin III Mini Table Desk Lamp

Frank Lloyd Wright Taliesin III Mini Table Desk Lamp
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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This little lamp is a real beauty. I was surprised, given the cost, how light weight it is...like balsam wood used for models or something. however, for Wright fans, it's a great little piece for a shelf or bathroom.

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Saturday, November 15, 2014

Review of Emotions Table Lamp

Dainolite 83322-OBB Table Lamp with Linen Shade, Oil Brushed Bronze
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
List Price: $232.40
Sale Price: $140.44
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It is sometimes difficult to purchase an item on-line just based on an image, but we were looking for a contemporary lamp for a remodeled bedroom and this seemed to fit the bill. When the lamp arrived and we placed it on the side table we were extremely happy. It is very good quality, nicely finished, and is a great scale for a bedroom. This has become a signature piece in the room and exceeded expectations.

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Saturday, September 20, 2014

Best Lighting Enterprises Double-Light Table Lamp, Old Iron Deals

Lighting Enterprises Double-Light Table Lamp, Old Iron
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
List Price: $324.00
Sale Price: $251.17
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I spotted this lamp on myhabit.com but noticed that it was less expensive on amazon.com so I bought it here. (The price on amazon has since gone up.) I wanted a masculine lamp with two bulbs, as a bedside table lamp. This fits the bill perfectly I love how it looks, and the light it produces. The hardware is sturdy and the lamp pulls have a nice look and feel.

The first lamp that arrived was assembled incorrectly; all the parts in the "pole" were loose against each other, making the lamp wobbly and the parts didn't line up. I called Amazon and they shipped a new one overnight, and paid for the return shipping. The new lamp was assembled correctly, and I've been enjoying it for a month or so.

I have two complaints about the final lamp. The first is that the shade was a little dented from shipping (so it seemed) and I wasn't able to get the dents out 100%. (The first lamp had this same issue.) I just turned the (slightly) dented side to the wall, and it hasn't been a problem. The second problem is that the inside of the shade is white, which makes the light from the lamp very white. When I bought the lamp, I was expecting the light to look like my wife's, which has a gold lining on the inside, which makes the light very "soft". The light from this one looks very "hard". Over time, I've come to really like the light for reading by, but it makes the room feel brighter than I'd like.

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Thursday, September 18, 2014

Cheap Robert Abbey 670 Lamps with Natural Linen Shades, Natural Brass

Robert Abbey 670 Lamps with Natural Linen Shades, Natural Brass Accented Ebony Finish
Customer Ratings: 3 stars
List Price: $236.18
Sale Price: $221.10
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I was not all that impressed with the lamp. It is 'Made in China'. When I think of Made in China items I think of cheap material. Sorry. The quality of the material is not all that spectacular either. I assumed for the price I would be receiving a good quality lamp. The lamp even leaned a little until I played with the top portion of it for awhile. Don't waste your money.

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Sunday, August 10, 2014

Discount Klein 1802-30SSR Block & Tackle

Klein 1802-30SSR Block & Tackle
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
List Price: $145.92
Sale Price: $118.98
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This is the standard block and tackle for pulling tower guy wires, cable and wire, etc.

It's great, but the woven loop rope end was fraying and sloppy. You'd think for the price they'd finish it with heat shrink, melt it, or something. Did mine with electrical tape.

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This set is a great set. It has tough rope and the block has tough hooks that won't slip apart.

Friday, July 18, 2014

Buy Country Rooster Accent Table Lamp By Collections Etc

Country Rooster Accent Table Lamp By Collections Etc
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
List Price: $14.99
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this was a gift and she loved it. I opened it first, and it looks just like the picture and discription. very pleased.

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My mom decorates her kitchen in a rooster theme. She was needing to replace a lamp she'd broken a few years ago. I've been wanting to give her a new lamp as a gift. This lamp is exactly what I've been looking for! She will love it!

The painting on it is high quality. The lamp shade is also very nice. Thank you!

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The lamp is cute and small. Just what I wanted for our bathroom. I have a chicken collection, so this fit right in. The prise was perfect.

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Your heart will fall in love with this little lamp, perfect for a kitchen counter! What is nice about this lamp is that the shade is not a clip on that fastens onto a bulb-and because of the pattern to the shade, you do not see any structural outlines when the light is on. Also, many small lamps only allow for a 25 Watt bulb, while this one accepts up to a 40 Watt bulb. You will need to get a chandelier shaped bulb for use to avoid a regular rounded bulb from peeping up over the shade top. The light gives the kitchen a cheerful feeling-and even though the size is petite, the height is perfect and not too big for a kitchen setting. Once you see this little lamp, you will just say "Aww!"

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The lamp was a perfect fit for a ledge in my kitchen, and with a timer

attatched it is a perfect night-light.

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Thursday, July 17, 2014

Discount Maxxima Dimmable LED 12 Watt A19 Light Bulb 1,000 Lumens Warm White

Maxxima Dimmable LED 12 Watt A19 Light Bulb 1,000 Lumens Warm White - 60 Watt Replacement
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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I do not have a dimmer yet so this functionality will not be tested.

I am comparing the G7 820lumen warm white bulb G7 Power G7A19DIM830WW 830 Lumen Omni-Directional LED Dimmable Light Bulb, A19, Warm White to this Maxxima bulb.

Color: The Maxima has a warmer, redder color than the G7. The G7 is pretty warm (yellow tint) already to begin with but the Maxxima is even warmer

Brightness: You will see from the attached pictures... The Maxxima is very directional and is much brighter in the front 120 degree while the G7... well is omnidirectional. You can tell from the pictures posted that the Maxxima gives out all the light above the lamp while the G7 is more uniform and lights up the lamp more evenly.

I have no way to test the power consumption but the G7 was tested at 12.5W before. The Maxxima is rated at 12W

One confusing thing about the Maxxima bulb is that the box says the bulb is dimmable but there is an inscription on the bulb saying "do not use with dimmer" I will update after I get my dimmer switch.

Update: Received my dimmer and I can confirm that both of the reviewed bulbs are dimmable. Conclusion is that if you have a fixture or application which can take a directional bulb, go with the maxima. If omnidirectional is a must the G7 is a better choice. The Maxxima is a tad bit brighter.

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I purchased these bulbs for many of my fixtures. I've had a number go dim after a few months. I consider the quality of this bulb very poor.

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This bulb is not recommended.It may produce a bright light,but it gets too hot after having it on for less than 10 minutes.I took notice that within a little amount of time,it gets extremely hot,like second degree burn hot.No bulb is worth that!Frankly i find this very dangerous to have on the market.

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Very nice warm light, not prone to overheating. The heavy base might be a problem elsewhere, but I haven't seen an issue with my lamps.

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One of the light bulbs doesnt light with the same intensity as the others, I live overseas and it cost me more to send it back to the States than to get a newone, but if I get a newone, will it work as good as the others ??

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Wednesday, June 25, 2014

Reviews of Dale Tiffany TH90227 Pebblestone Inverted Pendant Light , Antique

Dale Tiffany TH90227 Pebblestone Inverted Pendant Light , Antique Golden Sand and Art Glass Shade
Customer Ratings: 3 stars
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Although it is undeniably pretty, this light was not nearly as big as I expected. The shade is shaped more like a plate than a bowl. It would be o.k. for a smaller area but not what I was looking for to fill the space over my dining room table. One of the amber pendants was broken when I unpacked it. I had to super glue it back together. It's a little challenging to assemble as well. I'll keep it but I wouldn't buy it again for the price.

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The "arms" that you connect were not uniform, requiring some work arounds, and the end result is that all but one are crooked. It's not glaringly noticeable, and having already paid a restocking fee on a similar light that had a stripped screw hole, I just decided to make this one work. But it's disappointing to not have it be perfect.

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Thursday, June 5, 2014

Buy Nature Power 21080 Solar Powered LED Indoor/Outdoor Table Lamp

Nature Power 21080 Solar Powered LED Indoor/Outdoor Table Lamp
Customer Ratings: 3 stars
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It is barely a visible glow and I purchased a bunch of them. I wish to return them. The company was absolutely the best to deal with but I wish to return the rest of them. I only opened one to try and the rest are still in the box. The solar panels just are not big enough to gather enough power.

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The light is good for evening and night time use. Use in a partially lit room during daytime isn't so good.

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I loved the idea of this solar lamp, and was hoping to use it in my living room on a table that is in the middle of the room with no easy plug access. Unfortunately, while the lamp is indeed sturdy and worked right out of the package, the light it puts out is equivalent to a candle. Still, I'm going to keep it, maybe I'll find a use for it outside.

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I purchased two of these lamps for a roof deck in NYC. I knew from the other review that the light is not very bright and that is true. For us, these are ambient lighting and not for, say, reading. For a gentle light that groups can sit around and chat with a glass of wine, these are perfect. No problems charging and re-charging, and they last at least 3 hours (we haven't tried longer really). They are a little more stylish than others I've seen, which are either made of plastic or have a utilitarian feel. These look nice on the table.

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After charging the batteries I turned the lamp on to see if it worked....that was the last time it worked.....I have been charging it daily but it never has lit the bulb again. So disappointed , I has hope to use this lamp on our outside covered patio table.

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Tuesday, May 6, 2014

Review of Sylvania SA135 10 Amp Table-Top Timer with Motion Sensor and Alarm

Sylvania SA135 10 Amp Table-Top Timer with Motion Sensor and Alarm
Customer Ratings: 3.5 stars
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any good digital lamp timer is going to cost around $20,

so to get this motion detection logic is a great bonus.

you can plug a 2-prong device into the base unit itself,

not the end of the 6' cord, and the flip up panel that

covers the setting buttons doubles as an on/off switch.

this unit is heavy duty not the plastic crap you often

see imported and sold on ebay. the motion detection

works reliably, both in terms of distance and no false.

my few issues with this unit;

1. the minimum duration you can set the motion system

to keep your item on when triggered is 1-30 whole minutes.

I wish the minimum was measured in seconds, not minutes.

2. while the motion system can be on for only 1 minute,

the built in alarm does not work down to a minute, rather

it requires resetting once tripped. oddly, the instructions

describe it as being able to reduce it's duration, but the

sheet that comes with this unit was poorly translated, so

it's possible they wrote it incorrectly.

3. digital alarm is 24 hour, not 24/7 hour(no day of week).

low alarm volume is like a typical clock radio alarm

high alarm is like a weak smoke detector buzzer.

so for you are getting a great digital timer,

with useful motion activation and alarm features,

but I worry many won't be able to apply it the way

they may have intented.

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I find this device an excellent bedside alarm I prefer to wake to lights and radio rather than an alarm. Having +/keys it is easy to set alarm times and having two independent programs allow you to preset weekends, say, for a different time. The Daylight Saving Time switch is handy, though it has to be set manually on those two days of the year.

The manual On/Off by pressing the cover is very neat. This function has a minor quirk it does not react to a quick press or tap (the same for the underlying On/Off switch)you have to hold it down for a fraction of a second to activate the outlet On/Off. Once you realize this it is not an issue.

The unit is quite small and a very nice design. Buttons are well laid out, though reading the manual is necessary to set it up first time. I would prefer the timed outlet plug socket be placed at the end of the power cord (using a three wire cord) rather than built in to the back of the unit requiring a second cord coming to the unit. The battery backup is simple to install being in a little drawer on the side of the unit. It has a lot of functionality for the price, including the motion detection which works well.

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I bought this just before I went over seas. It was working when I left, but when I return it had failed. The time is shown but the on/off and timed switches failed. Too late to return without a hassle. Only a few months old too soon to fail.

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I bought two of these. One of these stopped working after aproxamately 15 minutes of operation. The clock display showed segments lit up incorrectly, the manual on off button no longer worked and the motion sensor stopped working. I didn't bother trying the second one. Mabey I just got a bad one but I won't try this product again. Probably unrelated but there was a noticable chemical solvent like smell when I opened the package.

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DOA, product cost $9.99, waited to long to return "1 year warranty" requires you pay S&H + $10.00, to repair/replace. What a crock of ----.

Also, it does not have an extra untimed outlet as stated on amazon.

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Saturday, April 19, 2014

Table In A Bag SL3507C European Café Commercial String Review

Table In A Bag SL3507C European Café Commercial String Lights with Copper Shades, 35-Feet, 7 Lights
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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Product offered a copper shade upgrade. Upon reciept only top of shade was copper Photo showed copper reflection on light. The bottom is actually a silver color and will not look "antique" copper shade bulb.

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Not copper covers, silver. So it doesn't match my fence post toppers. Disappointed in the color of the covers but the lights are very good quality and two strands was the perfect length to enclose my patio. I just wish the color of the covers is what was shown in the picture.

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beautiful and just what i wanted. They hang very nicely and look pretty ang they give just the perfect amount of light.

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WOW! These are great and give off just the right light for outdoor evening atmosphere. Bulbs are not included, but a trip to the store gives you all the choices for all the events.

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the lights work out great on my bocce ball court, i used barrel stags to hold them up along the fence line for a more european style as it lighted up the court at night nicely, i even bought a set for under my trellis next to the pizza over.

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Thursday, April 3, 2014

Best Kichler Lighting 70791 Collage Reef Kids Table Lamp Deals

Kichler Lighting 70791 Collage Reef Kids Table Lamp
Customer Ratings: 4 stars
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This is a beautiful lamp and well-made. I haven't brought this lamp to my beach home and when I do I hope it looks good in my room and with my decor. I gave it four stars because even though the lamp was packaged very well my bottom starfish was loose. There are rods that stick out from the reef that attaches the shell items to the lamp. I discovered the bottom starfish was not firmly attached and came off the rod. I called Lamps Plus Customer Service to tell them about my situation. I did ask what the best glue would be to attach the starfish because I didn't want to send the lamp back when everything else was fine. I was told to purchase some Gorilla Glue to glue the piece back on. When I asked if they would send me the glue, I was told they don't carry it. Since I already paid almost $200 for this lamp it ticks me off that I would have to shell out more money to repair this lamp myself. I was not even offered a discount because the lamp was not all intact. Since this lamp was so expensive I am disappointed that it was not inspected before shipping. If it had, this imperfection would have been discovered and I wouldn't have to be repairing a brand new lamp.

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