Can I use higher watt bulbs? In my kitchen. As much as I love the fixture, it doesn't give off enough light.
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we tried higher watt bulbs for the same reasons but had problems. The higher watt bulbs are a little bigger and the casing didn't fit back on right, the bulbs were touching the edge. Over time (about 6 mos), this cause the casing to break off. I don't recommend it.
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You can get much more light per watt by using the candelabra-base CFL and LED bulbs that are available nowadays. However, those bulbs tend to stick out more so you'd need to make sure they'll fit inside the cover.
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You should not go over the 40 watt bulb that's recommended. You can try 60 watts but that would be at your own risk. You'll be pulling more energy and your bulb will burn out more often. What I did was, I went to IKEA and bought 7watt energy bulb that puts out 40watt of light. Or you can get 9watt bulbs that puts out 60 watt of light. These bulb are very energy saver. I understand the kitchen issue with the lighting, these bulb works wonders. Safes you in your wallet and safes you from a shorting that may cause a fire. I hope this helps you out.
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You should not use more than a 60watt bulb. I had bulbs last3 to5 years.Bulbs can be replaced,they are regular house hold light bulbs . Thank You,Ken
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I have used a 100 watt in it for a long time and then I got a chrome played 75w bulb (totally worth it) which made the light not as bright due to the chrome. That's the last thing you have to consider with the high watt bulbs, will you really want to sit under it? It's so bright I get headaches from regular bulbs
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I use 60 watt Clear (incandescent) light bulbs. I prefer those because of the way the light is cast. I have never seen them with flourescent bulbs or standard opaque bulbs, I just know that the light (to me) cast off all of my lamps is better and more crisp with a clear, incandescent bulb. I am not at home to check at this momennt, but I am fairly certain 60W is the maximum/recommended wattage. It sends out lots of light. In addition, I get so many compliments on these lamps, I wish I had more of them!!!
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You can use a regular bulb whatever wattage you choose. I'm using the curly shaped energy-efficient bulbs.
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The bulb came with the fixture and my husband does not remember the exact wattage. I think it would be perfect for a small narrow kitchen area, but that is obviously only my opinion.
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We are currently using 60 Watt bulbs. Helps with light in our kitchen. The fan is really small though
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I have a 100 Watt bulb in mine but I am thinking of replacing it with an LED equivalent -- fewer watts and more lumens. The lamp itself is wonderful; gets many compliments.
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yes the Iland in my kitchen is slightly larger and 2 lights are ample. We use 60W equivalent LED bulbs.
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I believe the best recommended practice is to use 1000watt bulbs, regardless of power settings. I have not tried with lower wattage bulbs.
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I have been using these studio lights for a few months now. They came with 45 watt, 5500K bulbs, similar to the bulbs you are looking at above. They use standard size light bulb bases like everything in your house. Your higher wattage bulbs should work ok. Heat would be the main concern. I probably would not use halogen bulbs because they are very hot. The only modification I made was to extend the vertical support rod so I can sit these on the floor and now have them high enough for my tabletop, otherwise the base has to sit on the table itself, taking up room.
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I use the 65 watt bulb and it provides plenty of light, but I have 3 lights over my workspace. I also have more lighting over the sink, entry and eating area so it depends upon how many lights you have if you would need higher watt bulbs and where the lights are located since you would not want super bright lighting in eating area. I think 65 watt is best to start with.
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Not sure about that, I use a 60 watt bulb with a wall dimmer for a very nice warm effect. I have the fixture above my dining table.
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Hi Judith! I use a clear 25watt bulb in mine, and it puts out plenty of light. I dont think I would try a 40watt bulb. Where ever you decide to put the lamp, 25watts will be plenty. I have two in my bedroom. But in the other one I have a 15watt bulb. I hope I helped you out a little bit. :)
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Yes you can. I have standard 60 watt bulbs in mine. They give off more mood lighting. They look great!
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There's a wattage limiter in the fan, which limits the maximum light bulb wattage. If you're handy with electrical devices, you can remove it and by pass the wires which will allow you to install a set of higher wattage incandescent light bulbs. If you do this, make sure NOT TO EXCEED 60-watt per light bulb with a maximum of 650-lumens because the light kit bowl is very fragile and will explode from the heat generated by any higher wattage light bulbs.
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I have 12 of them in a home theater and they are not bright enough to light the the whole room bit my room is 13x22. I use them close to the wall which lowers their efficiency to light the room and the room is red so hard to compare. I use a separate light fixture in the middle of the room to make it bright when needed. If your kitchen is white, it might work otherwise, I'd suggest 9 fixtures.