I have a friend who drapes different scarves over her lamps to change the ambiance of a room. It looks really cool, but I would be concerned about starting a fire. Has anyone else tried this?
I have never tried it and it's only from fear of a fire. I would be scared that the light bulb would get too hot and cause the scarf to start on fire. How long has she been doing this and has she had any problems?
I know of some who do this too. I would think that if it is far enough away from the light bulb it shouldn't be a problem. Also, the new 'curly' energy efficient ones they have out now a days don't get hot like the old ones.
Yes, I have done this before with no problems at all. My father came over one day and was quite concerned with a fire hazard, too. The bulbs never got hot enough to start a fire. They are only hot when touching them with your fingers. Like, MissKitty said, the new curly bulbs are perfectly safe.
I am pretty sure that a lamp draped with scarf is lovely and can add life to the room, but I have never attempted to have one. I am greatly concerned about the whole thing becoming on fire.
I have done this and yes, the scarves can slip or sag and get hot. I had one melt on the light bulb and it was not a fun experience. I haven't done it since.
This sounds like a really simple way to add a little pizazz to a room. I could see why the old fashioned bulbs would be a concern, but today's bulbs should be safe. Plus, I wouldn't leave it unattended for a long time.
I wouldn't want to hang anything like that over an incandescent bulb. Maybe some eco LED light, but not regular bulb. Anyway, I support such innovative ideas because they can really brighten up the place.
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