Thinking of using as a desk lamp in my home office. Will this throw enough light for desk/computer work without being too dim or too harsh? Max Watts?
175812
I think it could work for that. Since it has white/ivory colored pieces, it is not as dark as some but not a harsh light either. It's akin to having a lamp with a white cloth shade. Very classy look! Obviously not able to be directed to your workspace though. It gives a general area lighting. I could make it work, especially with an LED light in there that would give more light for less power than it's 60 W max.
175813
Hello, max watts is 60 I think but you can use energy saving bulbs to give more power. It's a beautiful lamp but for a desk may give too much light around, which could bother your eyes. But... I think it could work.
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
175815
Max for the light bulb is 60W - for me, not enough for desk work. But, it really is a very, very nice accent lamp for my office.
175816
I think it depends on how much light you require. I use it in my bedroom and it is definitely not enough light to do my make up in the morning, I need a secondary light, but it is enough to read and watch TV in the evening.
175817
I have in my store window. Too subtle for what you need. I suggest a bankers lamp.
1029584
As long as the desk lamp is designed for the non-standard base this bulb uses and 40 watts will meed your needs, sure this will work.
970598
Yes, There is a lot of light with this unit and some times it is too bright. The down side to the unit is that it does not have any support other then the "USB socket". (don't bump into it or try to maneuver it without supporting the socket). I put a rubber base on it to allow it to touch the desk when plugged in for support of the socket and have had no issues.
1465271
I'm really not sure I used it in a 13w desk lamp and it has worked perfectly. It depends a lot on what you are tryingto drive with it, if it's a 20w bulb I don't know if it's large enough. For the cost I'd probably give it a try and watch itclosely and not leave it on at night for a while.
2105779
Speaking of performance, this lamp is ideal for your installation. The design is very sophisticated as shown in the photo, the light intensity will vary as you increase the lamp watts. my english is a little bad. I write in Spanish if you can translate my contribution.Hablando de rendimiento, esta lámpara es ideal para tu instalación. El diseño es muy sofisticado tal y como lo muestra la foto, la intensidad de la luz variará a medida que aumentes los watts de la lámpara. mi inglés es un poco malo. te escribo en español por si puedes traducir mi aportación.
1751111
I use this to illuminate a double garage, and so there will be an adundance of light. There is also a fair amount of heat close to the lamp and so you would have to isolate it from nearby clothing, and in a confined space such as a closet it might warm the room too much. I would look for something in the 100 - 150 watt range. Hope this helps.
474816
It is perfect as a desk lamp. Contolled aiming of lighting and eliminates shadows that any over head light gives.
1197226
Because of the material the lamp shade is made of , please use 60 watts or less. It may seem a little dim, but I only use it for mood lighting during the evening time.
255836
It is mostly a focused light. For most desk purposes like general lighting it would not be adequate.
684560
Very few desk lamps have 300W bulbs - that is awfully bright. Also the lamp head is only about 17 inches above the base and aimed down. So, no, it wouldn't be as bright as a 300W bulb, but it is much brighter than most comparable LED lamps. It also offers a variety of color temperature choices that aid clarity.
1972335
I guess that depends on the size of the room. I have it hanging over a rectangular dining table in a very long room that serves as my dining room and living room. It is the only source of light for the "dining" side of that room. I have four 40 watt bulbs in it, and have it on a dimmer. When at full power, it is quite bright.
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! :)
1733476
No. I would not recommend this lamp. If you try to angle the glass shade, it flops down - no matter how hard you tighten it. So, at desk level, you often have direct line of sight with the bulb - which is harsh.
822337
I have used many different watts and it has done fine. I have enjoyed this lamp!!
964125
No problem. If I point the lamp straignt down, I can get it to throw a 14" diameter circle of bright light. If I angle it to the side a bit the spot becomes an oval easily over 2 feet wide and 3 feet long. This lamp is a spot light that makes a great task light, but it doesn't contribute much to lighting a room. Without another lamp near by, there is a spot of bright light and not much else.
1383615
With an adapter you could put it in a standard lamp, but the I believe the wattage is only effective for a short distance. So, it wouldnt do much for your desk...It would only help for anything that floats nearby.
741499
I use it above my computer screen on my desk. Desk monitor distance from me and it's a great desk light as well as SAAD device. Works great. Have had it for two years. No bulb burnout this far. Get in about 30-45 minutes 3 times a week. Far better than cap based devices which give me a glare headache. Light has two intensity settings.