Do NOT buy direct from Lava Lite - Oozing Goo - The Lava Lamp Syndicate2024-03-28T13:25:32Zhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/forum/topics/do-not-buy-direct-from-lava-lite?commentId=1566398%3AComment%3A715770&feed=yes&xn_auth=noThese are the bulbs I ordered…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2020-09-20:1566398:Comment:7159222020-09-20T00:15:00.515ZDonald Besaw Jrhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/DonaldBesawJr
<p>These are the bulbs I ordered and they were mentioned in another Mathmos Astro lamp thread.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.bulbtown.com/40R14FL_E14_130V_European_Base_Bulb_p/l9844.htm" target="_blank">https://www.bulbtown.com/40R14FL_E14_130V_European_Base_Bulb_p/l9844.htm</a></p>
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<p>The poster said they work great too.</p>
<p>These are the bulbs I ordered and they were mentioned in another Mathmos Astro lamp thread.</p>
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<p><a href="https://www.bulbtown.com/40R14FL_E14_130V_European_Base_Bulb_p/l9844.htm" target="_blank">https://www.bulbtown.com/40R14FL_E14_130V_European_Base_Bulb_p/l9844.htm</a></p>
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<p>The poster said they work great too.</p> If his 130 volt 40 watt bulbs…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2020-09-19:1566398:Comment:7159172020-09-19T22:59:46.960ZAutumnhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/Autumn
<p>If his 130 volt 40 watt bulbs fit the European socket it should work with the adapter.</p>
<p>If his 130 volt 40 watt bulbs fit the European socket it should work with the adapter.</p> Donald, you did buy an up con…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2020-09-19:1566398:Comment:7159132020-09-19T21:57:48.527ZMr MaGoohttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/MrMaGoo
<p>Donald, you did buy an up converter correct from 110 to 220? Just a travel adapter will get it into the plug but will not raise the voltage to run the bulb at proper temperature for the lamp to function correctly. Thanks. Shoot some pics when you get it set up!</p>
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<p>Donald, you did buy an up converter correct from 110 to 220? Just a travel adapter will get it into the plug but will not raise the voltage to run the bulb at proper temperature for the lamp to function correctly. Thanks. Shoot some pics when you get it set up!</p>
<p>MaGoo!</p> Hopefully my Mathmos Astro la…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2020-09-19:1566398:Comment:7157872020-09-19T20:01:52.551ZDonald Besaw Jrhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/DonaldBesawJr
<p>Hopefully my Mathmos Astro lamp from the UK will be here in a few more days along with the UK to US plug adapters and the 130V 40W reflector bulbs I ordered as well.</p>
<p>Hopefully my Mathmos Astro lamp from the UK will be here in a few more days along with the UK to US plug adapters and the 130V 40W reflector bulbs I ordered as well.</p> I wont buy anything post 2003…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2020-09-19:1566398:Comment:7159052020-09-19T17:40:46.647ZMr MaGoohttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/MrMaGoo
<p>I wont buy anything post 2003, all that crap is China made. Study well what is available on ebay, offer up, craigslist. There are quite a number of lamps that are out there worth having. Just be sure to ask questions, don't be afraid to offend sellers. When I see a defunct lamp on ebay and know it has problems and seller does not list problem I respectfully point it out, some grateful, some not. </p>
<p>Just don't like to see those that not in the know get there eyes poked from…</p>
<p>I wont buy anything post 2003, all that crap is China made. Study well what is available on ebay, offer up, craigslist. There are quite a number of lamps that are out there worth having. Just be sure to ask questions, don't be afraid to offend sellers. When I see a defunct lamp on ebay and know it has problems and seller does not list problem I respectfully point it out, some grateful, some not. </p>
<p>Just don't like to see those that not in the know get there eyes poked from scrupulous sellers. So if you see something interesting ask questions! I would rather spend money on tried and true lamps, than this cheap crap they are putting out now that wont make it a year. I even look at the UK stuff, yes shipping is insane, but again, the quality is usually there! Good luck with your hunting!</p>
<p>MaGoo!</p> Hi Autumn
Thanks for your re…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2020-09-19:1566398:Comment:7157842020-09-19T15:53:45.304ZDonald Besaw Jrhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/DonaldBesawJr
<p>Hi Autumn</p>
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<p>Thanks for your reply. I have seen issues with China lamps too. I had 2 beautiful metallic purple lamps from Spencer's that started sticking early on. Very disappointing to say the least.</p>
<p>Hi Autumn</p>
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<p>Thanks for your reply. I have seen issues with China lamps too. I had 2 beautiful metallic purple lamps from Spencer's that started sticking early on. Very disappointing to say the least.</p> Donald,
If I were you I'd ski…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2020-09-19:1566398:Comment:7157762020-09-19T14:46:13.016ZAutumnhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/Autumn
<p>Donald,</p>
<p>If I were you I'd skip on giving them more money because I can almost assure you that the lamp will arrive cloudy. The current state of Lava Lite is disappointing and has been an issue for almost 20 years now. They changed their formula and moved manufacturing over seas. The current formula is unstable and if your lamp does not arrive cloudy it has a high chance of degrading over time and becoming cloudy or having numerous other issues. Lots of information is on here where you…</p>
<p>Donald,</p>
<p>If I were you I'd skip on giving them more money because I can almost assure you that the lamp will arrive cloudy. The current state of Lava Lite is disappointing and has been an issue for almost 20 years now. They changed their formula and moved manufacturing over seas. The current formula is unstable and if your lamp does not arrive cloudy it has a high chance of degrading over time and becoming cloudy or having numerous other issues. Lots of information is on here where you can read about the history of how we got here.</p>
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<p>If you are determined to buy a Lava Lite branded lamp buy an older lamp made before the year 2000 second hand. Ebay is full of them. Despite being 20 years old most of them are still stable and run better than what is made today. Claude also looks to be doing interesting things and I'm sure he is much more trustworthy to work with.</p> Feels a tear rising up. Oh l…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2020-09-19:1566398:Comment:7157702020-09-19T06:33:48.966ZMr MaGoohttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/MrMaGoo
<p>Feels a tear rising up. Oh lord, I think I am verklempt! Talk amongst yourselves. Claude saves the day again! Thanks bro!</p>
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<p>Feels a tear rising up. Oh lord, I think I am verklempt! Talk amongst yourselves. Claude saves the day again! Thanks bro!</p>
<p>MaGoo!</p> I'm glad to hear things worke…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2020-09-19:1566398:Comment:7157692020-09-19T04:09:20.733ZClaude Jhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/ClaudeJohnson
<p>I'm glad to hear things worked out for you<br/>Karen is awesome</p>
<p>It pays to know friends to help other friends!</p>
<p>I'm glad to hear things worked out for you<br/>Karen is awesome</p>
<p>It pays to know friends to help other friends!</p> Thanks much Claude
Had a won…tag:oozinggoo.ning.com,2020-09-18:1566398:Comment:7157612020-09-18T23:59:35.623ZDonald Besaw Jrhttps://oozinggoo.ning.com/profile/DonaldBesawJr
<p>Thanks much Claude</p>
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<p>Had a wonderful chat with Karen, a Schylling rep that is very friendly with you. When the refund comes, I will probably order another one based on how friendly and understanding she was.</p>
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<p>She told me that sometimes no matter what you do, some lamps do not clear up.</p>
<p>Thanks much Claude</p>
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<p>Had a wonderful chat with Karen, a Schylling rep that is very friendly with you. When the refund comes, I will probably order another one based on how friendly and understanding she was.</p>
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<p>She told me that sometimes no matter what you do, some lamps do not clear up.</p>