If you use the max 60 watt bulbs, does this give enough light over a dining table that also serves as the primary table for homework?
1756399
I used 75 watt equivalent bulbs and have it hanging in a room over a hobby table. The 60 watt bulbs are not bright enough for close work.
1756400
It does for me, but remember, if you use CFL bulbs because they're phasing out tungsten bulbs, that 60 watt rating no longer matters. 60 Watt equivalent CFL bulbs only use about 13 watts of energy each, so if you find that's not enough light for you, you could easily go up to a 75 or 100 watt equivalent CFL bulb without issue. Since the top is open, there's no worry about heat build up. Hope that helps. Also keep in mind, the amount of light you get from any fixture will vary by how close it is placed to other reflective surfaces like ceilings and walls.
1756401
Yes. I occasionally work at the table and I find that there is enough light. Of course it would depend on how low the light is over the table. Overall I have been very happy with this light.
1756402
Yes, we have it over a small 42" round table that was in a dark corner of our large living room. Now that area is well lit and our kids also do their homework and other crafts and projects there. also it is a nice fixture and very stylish.
1756403
I have CFL bulbs soft lighting with matching wattage of 40 watts per bulb and it gives a nice glow but perhaps too soft for homework but I think if I upped the wattage in my fixture to 60 watt equivalent it would be fine for homework. It is a lovely fixture.
1756404
I don't think so. I have our light above our sectional and it's enough light to use the iPad and some light reading. For homework I would use stronger bulbs. We love the drum light and also purchased the matching floor lamp.
1615370
Yes, that should be fine. I use these bulbs everywhere in my house in place of standard 60 Watt bulbs
597224
This fixture uses 3-60 watts bulbs, I have mine over a 6 chair dinette set and its fine, so I guess it depends how big your dining room is,,
953516
we have placed 60 watt incandescent bulbs in our fixture. 60 watt with candelabra base can be a bit difficult to find. They work fine so far; no evidence of overheating of the fixture. However, we have been using them only a few weeks, so I cannot comment on long term use.
597226
fixture takes 3 bulbs each 100 watt max. I only have 75s and lighting is sufficient over kitchen table but there is recessed lighting also over my cooking area.
1702390
I use a 25 watt bulb and the fan is 5 feet above the table. The light is barely enough to read by.
2035598
We use regular 60 watts clear light bulbs, b/c the bulbs it came with were too low. Be careful though, b/c with the 60, the crystals on the lamb might get too hot and melt.
1292858
It has the requirements right on the fixture. Use A type bulb (this is just a "normal" sized light bulb and you can't exceed 60 watts. I used 40 watt bulbs and they are very bright. You don't buy dimmable bulbs - the dimmer is controlled by the switch you install in the wall - any bulb will dim if you have a dinner switch installed.
1174245
I sent this to my daughter at school, along with 60 watt bulbs and she didn't complain. So the standard bulb worked. :)
417894
Hi Mia, if that's your only light it might not be enough. I have mine over dining room table but I have other light from outside and in. I do love this bulb though and happy I bought it.
803129
We have it in our LR and it puts out enough lighting there when needed. I think it should work over a table.
1532087
We are currently using 60 Watt bulbs. Helps with light in our kitchen. The fan is really small though
598459
Hi. I have thrown away my box and instructions. Just as a common sense answer, I would not put over a 60 watt. It is a beautiful lamp and I love the diffused soft light it gives. So it is better for a corner that needs mood light than for use a functional strong illumination.
713240
Thy 60 watt bulb recommended is a low watt, high yield bulb, so it provides more than the normal 100 watt bulb. Very Bright!. Try to look at the answers already sent in on this product, they are enlightening.
945875
No, if u put a higher wattage bulb in the lamp, the wires might overheat and catch on fire. The 60 watt max is for protection of the wiring.
2074285
You should be able to use up to a 60 W incandescent bulb. The limit is imposed by a thermal overload built into the fixture housing. If you need more light, I suggest you use a compact fluorescent or LED.
1907423
60 watts if incandescent but with energy efficient bulbs can yield more equivalent lumens with less heat