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    Old 09-27-2017, 12:05 PM
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    I have ARMD and wondering what others of you are doing in the area of magnifying floor lamps? Have you had one that you hated or one that you would recommend to a friend?
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    Old 09-27-2017, 12:24 PM
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    I tried a battery operated magnifying light that you hang around your neck, although it worked as advertised, I didn't like it too much because it moved every time I moved.
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    Old 09-27-2017, 12:29 PM
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    I love my Ott light with the attached magnifier. I had to find just the right position for it by the couch though.
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    Old 09-27-2017, 12:33 PM
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    Check needlepoint forums for best advice for these type of lamps. Needlepointers know their lamps!
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    Old 09-27-2017, 12:35 PM
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    I also have an Ottlite. One with the lights around the magnifying circle. Works great, since I don't have to keep moving it. Though it stays by the couch.
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    just be sure not to let the sun light shine on it too much. others have had a small fire happen.
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    I do not have one. I would like to get a floor lamp either with or without the magnifier.
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    Old 09-27-2017, 08:59 PM
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    I have a Verilux daylight lamp. It is very bright and has added health benefits.
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    Old 09-28-2017, 04:50 AM
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    Originally Posted by Claire123
    I do not have one. I would like to get a floor lamp either with or without the magnifier.
    I have an Ottlite floor lamp (no magnifier) and I love it. I bought it for cross-stitch.
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    Old 09-28-2017, 08:45 PM
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    Originally Posted by nativetexan
    just be sure not to let the sun light shine on it too much. others have had a small fire happen.
    yup! I melted the plastic cover on a chair! Luckily caught it before it burst into flame--would have been a disaster since I have volunteer fire service.
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