Deb's Posts - Oozing Goo - The Lava Lamp Syndicate2024-03-28T16:57:16ZDebhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/Debhttps://storage.ning.com/topology/rest/1.0/file/get/3138703954?profile=RESIZE_48X48&width=48&height=48&crop=1%3A1https://oozinggoo.ning.com/profiles/blog/feed?user=069me2s8ri81f&xn_auth=noShipping Instructions to Send Sellerstag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2016-04-11:1566398:BlogPost:6158822016-04-11T06:04:23.000ZDebhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/Deb
<p>Just reposting instructions I like to send sellers when I purchase a lamp that's traveling via USPS etc. I'm posting as originally written by Weebotech. I modify it a bit as per my lamp situation.</p>
<p>I just did a search here to copy it again so thought I'd post for others who have never seen it or hadn't saved.</p>
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<p>Dear Seller,<br></br><br></br> I am providing this page so that I may receive my purchase in as pristine condition as possible. I know I'm picky with these instructions,…</p>
<p>Just reposting instructions I like to send sellers when I purchase a lamp that's traveling via USPS etc. I'm posting as originally written by Weebotech. I modify it a bit as per my lamp situation.</p>
<p>I just did a search here to copy it again so thought I'd post for others who have never seen it or hadn't saved.</p>
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<p>Dear Seller,<br/><br/> I am providing this page so that I may receive my purchase in as pristine condition as possible. I know I'm picky with these instructions, but they have saved some lamps from the carrier’s goal of destroying them. (Kidding, of course). Those who did not follow instructions were ruined. I would prefer to own the merchandise rather than have to file an insurance claim. It is a tedious process, and insurance does not cover the actual shipping charges. Furthermore, I take special pride in purchasing a used item that someone does not want/need anymore. It makes two people happy and keeps items from being trashed, out of the dumps and the ecosystem. It breaks my heart when items come in damaged, as I’m sure it breaks the seller’s heart considering it was once owned and cherished.<br/><br/> When shipping lava lamps, please consider the following precautions to protect my investment in your merchandise:<br/><br/> 1. Make sure the lava (wax) is completely solid and the globe (glass vessel with fluid/wax) is cold before moving and packing it. Moving/packing while warm will cause the lava to break up and diffuse in the fluid. This causes the lamp to cloud and can ruin the globe permanently.<br/><br/> 2. Remove the globe from the base and cap. Do not transport with the globe mounted on the base. It will bounce and shift during shipment which could cause it to crack (It has happened before) or dent the base. Lavaworld’s normal shipping setup is globe on bottom in corrugated cardboard box or Styrofoam mold with the base on top. This keeps the heaviest part on the bottom.<br/><br/> 3. When placed in a box every part must remain completely immobile. Any movement could cause parts to break. If using Styrofoam peanuts, there must be enough so everything is really tight. Parts WILL shift during transit. Delicate parts need to be protected with bubble wrap.<br/><br/> 4. If this is a ceramic icon series lamp and the metal sleeve inside the ceramic base moves, do something to anchor it so it does not shift around, i.e., Scotch tape, bubble wrap, saran wrap. If possible lift slightly and place bubble wrap between sleeve and ceramic.<br/><br/> 5. The globe MUST travel vertically. I.E. the bottle cap top must face up. If it travels sideways the fluid will slosh around. The globe will then get cloudy and be ruined. Also, if the globe shifts, it could break through the box. If you are not using an original lava box, the globe must be wrapped very well in bubble wrap.<br/><br/> 6. If using the original Lava box, it must be double boxed. Some models of the box are not strong enough for shipping.<br/><br/> 7. When boxed, position the box as to where the globe remains vertical. The shipping label should be on top. This is how USPS/UPS usually stores it and hands it to me--label up. Arrows on every side should indicate which direction is UP. The box must be marked Fragile/Glass everywhere possible. (Consider that some people take all these precautions, but use a long box and put the label on the long side. This causes it to ship horizontally thereby clouding the globe.)<br/><br/> When shipping my purchase, please provide the tracking number upon shipment via email. This lets me have an idea of when my purchase ”should” arrive and helps us both to avoid a problem.<br/><br/> Feel free to call me with any questions.<br/><br/> Thank you for your consideration.<br/><br/><br/> I know it sounds a bit "over the top", however, many sellers liked the instructions and commented on how it helped them get my new lamp to me free of damage.<br/><br/><br/><br/></p>Make Lava Not War ;)tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2013-09-15:1566398:BlogPost:4841572013-09-15T03:40:16.000ZDebhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/Deb
<p>Some members here have a certain sense of loyalty to LL despite their current production quality. ( kind of like rooting for one of your favorite sports teams despite whether they are winning or losing ) We sometimes seem to forget how much joy this company has given all of us. Despite the new, cater to the younger crowd less expensive lamps, we all know by now how easy it is for us to get our hands on the older stuff if we are diligent in searching them out.</p>
<p>Bashing every new lamp…</p>
<p>Some members here have a certain sense of loyalty to LL despite their current production quality. ( kind of like rooting for one of your favorite sports teams despite whether they are winning or losing ) We sometimes seem to forget how much joy this company has given all of us. Despite the new, cater to the younger crowd less expensive lamps, we all know by now how easy it is for us to get our hands on the older stuff if we are diligent in searching them out.</p>
<p>Bashing every new lamp that hits the shelf, albeit usually a correct analysis, gets old. Do you really think all the bitching and moaning will change quality or the targeted demographic? It's a new season, money talks and profit is king. That's a given. Collectors are a minority, plain and simple. I think LL knows all too well that producing a more expensive "quality" lamp will appease a few but leave their books in the red. It is a business after all and as you all saw from the 50th anniversary clips that LL is still alive and well as is. Let's face it, the younger generation doesn't even know the difference in what a good quality USA lamp is from a recent China. Hell, I didn't even know before I joined here. I was actually happy with some of my 20 ouncers. Not anymore. In fact sometimes I wish I was still a bit clueless and content. A happier place so to speak</p>
<p>. You may say...well Mathmos still produces good quality lamps and are obviously thriving. I can't answer to why that is. UK customers obviously still have a deeper appreciation for their countries "original" creation. Most American's mindset is that the Lava lamp went out in the 70's. Different mindset = different demographic. You can't sell an expensive US lamp to an indifferent US customer base and turn a profit. Just my observation.</p>
<p> I remember being puzzled when I first joined OG and found out that there had been a recent division here amongst members. I couldn't understand for the life of me why people would argue and fight over lava. Couldn't wrap my mind around it. Now it has become all too clear. As a result of all the BS drama, the LL bashing has recently driven off yet another one of our most loyal members here. I understand that everyone here has a right to their opinion concerning the LL vs Mathmos debate but when it starts to cause division and hard feelings, then it's gone too far. There are ways to convey your opinion or preference without making someone else feel that they have to defend theirs.</p>
<p>Call it corny but I for one will give proper respect to a company that has added to my life. For making my world a more beautiful place to live. I won't focus on all that's wrong, but choose to focus on all that was right. Even if the lamp has to come from the past. As in the words of our very own lala, "make lava not war." Peace and love gooheads. ♥</p>