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Sunday, November 2, 2014

Review of Eglo 88094A Auriga, Brass Coated/Frosted Opal, 3-Light

Eglo  88094A Auriga, Brass Coated/Frosted Opal, 3-Light Wall/Ceiling Light Fixture
Customer Ratings: 3 stars
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We ordered this, and the electrician said it won't work because the fixture is made for a "surface-mounted box." None of this information was listed in the product information.

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Thursday, October 30, 2014

Cheap EasyEye Energy Saving Elongated Floor Lamp

EasyEye Energy Saving Elongated Floor Lamp
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
List Price: $99.99
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If you are a reader, day or night, this lamp is required equipment beside your favorite chair or you bed. It's energy efficient and bulbs are readily available on the web. If you are looking for a Christmas gift for a person who reads...look no further.

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My husband has cataracts, not bad enough to have surgery yet, but he needs extra light to read, and this lamp was perfect.

It was well packed, a 'box inside a box.'

The inner factory box opened to reveal the lamp parts well separated inside a partitioned styrofoam box.

There were only 4 parts: the heavy base (and it is quite heavy so the lamp won't tip), the stem, the top fixture, and the light bulb.

Installation took maybe 10 minutes tops, all you do is:

Seat the bulb in the fixture,

Connect the lower stem wire to the base wire via matching plugs

Seat the stem in the base, a firm push made it snap in tightly. There is an audible snap when it's in right.

Connect the top stem wire to the fixture wire, again matching plugs.

Snap the fixture part onto the stem, again they audibly snap into place.

Turn on the light. I did have to re-seat the bulb, evidently it was not tight enough the first time.

After that all was well, and my husband is very very happy. He loves to read.

I was concerned at first that the stem was rather lightweight and worried that it would bend, but after assembly it seems fine and I think it should hold up well.

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I love this lamp. It has a sturdy base and doesn't topple over. It is great for reading, needlework, knitting, etc. The flexable head is ideal for adjusting the lamp head for best light conditions.

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Saturday, July 19, 2014

Cheap Sylvania 72452 LED Motion Activated Guideway Lighting Kit

Sylvania 72452 LED Motion Activated Guideway Lighting Kit
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
List Price: $99.99
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The description for this item wasn't very detailed, but the other reviews seemed encouraging, so we bought it anyway. Here's what we received: 8 light bars, each about 14 inches long-2 of them have the motion sensors (and hold the batteries), and all of them have the LED lights integrated. The light strip bars connect easily end to end, and all the light bars are powered from the batteries in the 2 motion sensor bars. You can stick them on the wall using ultra-sticky foam tape already attached to the back of the light bars. Also nice, 6 of the light bars (the ones without a motion sensor) have a telescoping feature so you can elongate them up to maybe 7 or 8 inches further. This lets you customize the distribution of the lights so all your stairs get evenly illuminated, etc. Bonus pieces: an extra light to stick at the end of the light bar group, and 4 twist-able joint pieces that can be used to flexibly connect the light bars going around one or more corners.

So far we assembled everything, stuck it on the wall, and tested it about 10 times. Our stairs are kind of long and turn a corner, so our configuration is to have the light bars arranged in two separate groups of 4: one group at the top of the stairs, and the other group near the bottom, each group with its own motion sensor. This seems to be working fine. Also, we were wondering whether we'd need to buy another set of these light bars to line the opposite side of the stairs. Now we see that's not necessary, as the LEDs really kick out a lot of light, illuminating pretty much everything. Between looking cool, working well, and the easy install, we're very satisfied with it.

Addendum, 2.5 years after purchase:

The sticky pads for attaching the lighting unit to the wall are giving up. Definitely just screw the unit into the wall, if you have the patience to do so. But the light bars/sensors still function fine!

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I have been looking for something to light up a dark staircase leading up to our third floor guest room. This product turned out to be a perfect solution. It only took a few minutes to install and does a great job at lighting up the stairs without being too bright. The sensor turns on the light only when you approach the stairs and there is an ajustment so that you can set the amount of time the lights stay on.

I also like that the design is not too bulky and blends in fairly well with the trim going up the stairs.

Overall, I'm very happy with this product and would recommend it for a quick and easy way to light an area without getting an electrician involved.

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I was designing a lights system for a dark staircase when I found this product. It was exactly what I was looking for. It has a combination motion and light sensors that worked together so the light does not turn on if the existing light was too high. And the "light on time" is adjustable. It was very easy to install and no electrical hookup were needed. This has been in use for over four months now and has not had to change the batteries. Luckily the wood work was white so it blends in nicely. The design was well done but thought that for the price the plastic frame could be a little heftier. If it was kicked or bumped it with something like a vacuum cleaner, the plastic may easily break.

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I recently purchased this item because my aging dog was falling down the stairs. I was happy to find a product that worked on batteries and didn't require any permanent installation. The lights stick on the wall along the baseboard and you hardly even notice them. In the dark when the motion sensor detects movement, the lights come on and illuminate the steps. It looks pretty cool when they are on. I am very happy with the lights. My dog has stopped falling down the stairs partly due to this product but also from adding carpet treads on the hardwood stairs. I have 10 steps, a landing and then 4 more steps. I ordered 3 packs of lights but only needed 2 because the lights telescope (lengthen) which I didn't realize when I ordered. There is an accordian attachment to bend around corners; it works well but is a little unsightly. They really stick on the walls well I have uneven plaster walls and it didn't matter. They might even stick too well, pulling off the paint if you try to reposition them. Be sure you position it right before you stick it on! Overall a great product!

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I just bought the Sylvania LED motion activated guideway lighting kit. I installed the LED lights in the stairway to my finished basement. Installation was very easy and the light is much brighter than I thought it would be. Motion sensors work excellent and the ability to set the lights for 20, 40 or 60 seconds is good however I feel 20 seconds is more than enough time for the lights to be on. You can also turn each sensor off, this is great if you are working in the area of the sensor and do not want the lights on. This product makes my stairway much safer and blends into the top of the stair stringer. I can see so many uses for the Sylvania LED motion activated guideway lighting kit. I am thinking about installing another kit in the hallway instead of using a night light. This would be great in a garage. Thank you Sylvania!

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Wednesday, May 14, 2014

Discount Monte Carlo 3TF24WH Micro 24, 24-Inch 3-Blade, Ceiling Fan, Damp

Monte Carlo 3TF24WH Micro 24, 24-Inch 3-Blade, Ceiling Fan, Damp Location, White Motor Finish and White Blades
Customer Ratings: 4.5 stars
List Price: $138.60
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This is a good product that delivers what it promises. Even at lower speeds, there is considerable air circulation in a 200 sq. ft. room.

The fan is solidly constructed with quality metal parts throughout. It feels substantial.

Trouble started when it came to installing the blades. The compact nature of the fan requires you to mount the fan blades only after installing the main body to the ceiling. So have to be some sort of acrobat to get underneath it, hold the blade with the balancing weight so that the pre-drilled screw holes are aligned -after sliding both peices in from the side, not the bottom. Then you have to hold the blade and weight steady in one hand while simultaneously screwing in the screw the driver/drill upside-down with the other hand. I had to go away from the directions and improvise. And you have to do this 3 times (one time for each blade)!

I've installed dozens of ceiling fans and this one was going swimmingly up until the blade installation. I would say on average, I can install a larger fan in about 30 minutes--45 minutes on the high side. This took about 2 hours after finally landing on an improvised routine to get the blades in.

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When you have a room where a conventional ceiling fan doesn't fit, this is good substitute.

When you're directly underneath, the airflow is very good. However, when you aren't, the breeze isn't nearly as noticable. For a large room, I wouldn't bother.

The fan is small enough to fit in a hallway; we ended up mounting ours in close proximity to our hanging pot rack (there was no other fan that would make both usable at the same time) and we were pleased.

Installation was a bit of a pain: the wires leading from the motor were about eight feet long and had to be cut. The manual indicated that I should be able to mount the top and have the rest on the ground with wires hanging down and have room to work, but that's a dream. Plus I had to trim the wires to get them to fit in the casing. Another obvious con is that the instructions weren't written well at all, which is surprising because Monte Carlo is a great company. Lots of pictures do not make for clear directions.

The fan is almost directly over our kitchen table, and when leaves were taken out to seat eight, everyone felt a nice breeze.

The fan is quiet too -even on the highest setting. I was worried that the light kit wouldn't be bright enough (read: candelabra bulbs) as I use fluorescents whenever I can, but I didn't have any issues at all. I'm really pleased with this fan.

The bottom line is when the situation calls for it, this fan is excellent. It would be great in a bathroom or a wide hallway, but if another fan will work, don't pick this one up.

Incidently, we got ours from Lowe's for $70, and it included the light kit.

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I purchased this fan to go in my bathroom during a recent remodel. My contractor thought I was nuts to try and fit a ceiling fan into my small bathroom (approx. 10 ft by 10ft). However, after he installed it he kept going on and on about how perfect it was for the space. This was one of my favorite updates during this remodel.

The size is just perfect for a small space. I was worried that it would just fill the space and dominate the room, but it doesn't at all. Do not hesitate to get this fan. FYI, there is an option that is not listed in the details to install the fan with no downrod whatsoever. I went with that option and it is perfect for my 8 ft ceiling.

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I bought this same with an included light kit at Lowes for about $130 I think. I have a very small galley type kitchen and with a regular fan every time I opened my cabinet it hit the fan blades.. Uuugh. So this little midget fan was perfect for the space.

I already had a fan hooked up, so it was very simple to take the old fan down and replace it with this one. The directions probably aren't the best but I had already watched a youtube video concering how to replace a fan so it was actually pretty easy. you can hang the fan on the bracket before actually connecting all the wires so you don't need to have anyone holding the fan or helping. The wires are long so you'll need to trim them down a lot unless for some reason you need like 8 foot worth of wires.

The air output on this was pretty surprising to me. It gives a lot of air for its size. I have to turn it down to low when I cook otherwise it sometimes blows out one of the burners on my gas stove but the air will mostly move straight down in a pretty small area. Obviously a larger fan will likely give you a better airflow over a larger area but if you have a small space, hallway, or size limitations due to cabinets etc, like I did, then this may be perfect for you. (I do suggest going with a lighting kit though)

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PRO's: size fit in my small kitchen and it really moves the air, quiet

CON's: very poor installation instructions, very difficult to assemble, finally gave up trying to balance the fan so it didn't wobble

CAUTION's: you might want to check the electrical box if you plan to install it in an existing fixture. My vintage condo had a small pancake box which necesitated about $200 worth of electrical work. I bought this with a Monte Carlo light kit, and between the purchase cost and installation problems with it and the fan, I ended up with a $572.81 fan and light. In spite of it all, I'm glad I have it and recommended it to a neighbor of mine

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Thursday, May 8, 2014

American Pride Lampshade Co. 72-78090117A Round Soft Tailored Review

American Pride Lampshade Co. 72-78090117A Round Soft Tailored Lampshade, Shantung, Honey
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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So nice to find a silk lampshade in a color other than white. It makes such a nice topper for my cut glass lamp. It arrived beautifully packed and in just a few days after placing the order. Would definitely recommend.

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Sunday, April 27, 2014

Best Embroidered Hourglass Swag Style Plug-In Chandelier Deals

Embroidered Hourglass Swag Style Plug-In Chandelier
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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I absolutely love this lamp! It was so easy to install and it came with all of the hardware needed. It is beautiful and fits in with our family room perfectly! It was very well packaged. I highly recommend this seller!

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It is beautiful. It was easy to install and looks amazing in my room! Adds that extra light I needed in my dark living room.

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Expensive look, well priced. Used it to stage a living room for sale. Lots of Wows when people come in.

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This kit came with everything you need except the light bulb. It looks great in our new condo and gives off more than enough light. It was very easy to install. Highly recommend.

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I had looked everywhere for this type of light so shocked to find it so fast on Amazon it looks better than the pictures and everyone that comes in my home always remarks about how nice it looks

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Wednesday, March 12, 2014

Buy Bar & Game Room Moon Neon Sign

Bar & Game Room Moon Neon Sign
Customer Ratings: 3 stars
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My 4 year old is obsessed with neon lights. We bought this as a christmas gift. I went to put it out late Christmas eve so he could wake up in the morning and see it. The unit did not work. Was a huge disappointment. It is very cheaply made. We returned it without issue.

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I was looking for a small lighted object to grace a table in my man cave. Little did I know that this neon would more than meet my needs. The only thing keeping me from buying more is my limited budget. Thanks for a fine item.

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Sunday, December 29, 2013

Buy Småland Böna IKEA - FORMAT Work Lamp, Nickel Plated + E26 bulb

Småland Böna IKEA - FORMAT Work Lamp, Nickel Plated + E26 bulb
Customer Ratings: 5 stars
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I bought one of these for my desk in the Ikea store. The nickel finish looks very modern and distinguished, with a nice brush and depth to it. The lamp is very solid; the base is weighted enough that there's no risk it'll tip over no matter how you adjust the very flexible neck.

It takes standard lightbulbs; I have a swirly econo-bulb in mine and it works great.

The switch is a solid push-button right on the lamp head, much more convenient than halfway down the cord somewhere. The cord itself is plenty long enough. The lamp is made in China, in case you care; I don't, and it has survived a couple of desk/office moves without issues.

Overall a great lamp and I would certainly buy it again. One word of advice: it's hard to find this lamp in Ikea stores, and Ikea doesn't ship most of its items, but you might still want to cross-check the price; if you can find it at Ikea, you may well pay quite a bit less than here or elsewhere online.

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