Does the bulb need to be unshaded for the proper effect?
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We have a Verilux brookfield natural spectrum floor lamp which has a hemispherical shade - works great. Ron
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LED lights require an opening so they will not over heat and shorten life of Bulb. So without the lens covering bulb it will be fine but with lens it will shorten bulb life
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None that I am aware of at present. I installed my Full Spectrum Light Bulbs (ALZO 45W CFL) in light sockets without a globe or shade (not my original plan). Used in this fashion they throw a lot of light as long as you aren't too concerned about appearances.One is mounted horizontally and another vertically. Both have been in service since the beginning of this year without any problem.
1287885
Not that I've noticed. I've never touched the bulb while it's on, and don't feel any heat while it's in use.
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I don't have the equipment to test for that but if there is any electricity used when the bulb is off it would be mininmal. The bulb uses very little electricity when it is on.
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If it's on the housing, it should be fine. I didn't take anything off. If it's actually on the clear surface over the bulb, I'd remove it.
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Yes. The lamp shade does not have to be used. An interesting or different light bulb should work well.
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It will have much lower current draw, be brighter and fit. Bulb life is also in the thousands of hours. One of my best changes.
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yes. the bulb is not exposed to the water, but is easily removed and replaced.
642151
Yes. The wires need to be bent back against the sides of the bulb so they make contact with the bulb holder pieces.
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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!
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Not really. Like any lamp, you don't want to touch near the bulb, but it's the heat is not as bad as you think it will be for a lamp this bright.
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I do not remember if the bulb had or sleeve or not, but with all bulbs of this nature you can not touch them with bear skin. Oils from your skin can warp and damage your bulbs due to the high heat they produce; think video lights or stage lights if you have had experience with them, this does resemble a melted plastic look. Always wear gloves or use a pice of cloth to tighten or unscrew bulbs. Hope this helps.
1977237
No! I tried that in mine and they all blew. You have to use candelabra bulbs. But I do love this piece . It really dresses up a ceiling fan.
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Not really, never had problems with the little bulb, maybe that one is defective or the formula your using is causing it
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Yes, you shouldn't worry about that :) But let me suggest you something: I highly recommend if you'll use this bulb for this fixture. For me, it's one of the best I've purchased because the light output, durability, and efficiency are impeccable. Also, the color of the light and the fixture blends well. Hope it helps (Pack of 4) G25 LED Bulb 6W, Warm white, 3000K, 40W Globe Bulb Incandescent Replacement, clear Cover, Dimmable, UL Listed, Energy star certified,
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Yes you can. I had a regular bulb and the lamp got hot. I wanted to be able to leave it on for long periods, so I put the curly bulb and it works fine and stays cool. Sorry, I can't remember the letters for the bulb, but it is the energy efficient.