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Question from Cynthia

I am looking for a safe sofa lamp and bedside lamp.  Are there any manufacturers that you recommend?
I have chronic Lyme disease, “sick building syndrome”, reactive airway disease and more.
Also, what about light bulbs?  Recommendations?

Lisa’s Answer

Incandescent light bulbs are the safest choice.

For lighting, I don’t have specific brands to recommend other than custom made.  I do recommend Etsy to find makers who will tell you all of the materials used to make their products and who may substitute safer choices.  For example, wood bases are ideal.  Many makers on Etsy already use low VOC finishes and seals and some will use them on request.  If you are not EMR sensitive, a metal base is also a good choice.  For the shade, look for natural materials such as linen, silk or untreated grasses.  Glass shades are a great choice.  Many lampshade are lined with polystyrene, which does offgas.  Again, you can ask the makers to use a natural material in its place.

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