Verilux Natural Spectrum Deluxe Portable Lamp

by Verilux

Product Features

• Exclusive Verilux Parabolic Light Diffuser shields eyes from eyestrain-producing glare
• Patented 10,000-hour 27 W bulb uses Trucolite Phosphor Technology¿ to produce original Natural Spectrum indoor sunlight
• Electronic Ballast and Flicker Elimination Technology¿ assure no-buzz operation and instant-on flicker-free illumination
• Grab-n-Go convenience with integrated handle and on-board cord storage.
• Satisfaction guaranteed by Verilux and backed by a 3-year limited warranty

Product Description

Color: Graphite

Indoor sunlight to go! Take vision-enhancing Natural Spectrum light wherever you go. Just 4 lbs, with its integrated handle, it's a snap to move from room to room and take on travel. Lamp folds and 6' power cord stores in sturdy lamp housing. Folded, it's only about 10 x 5, but delivers Natural Spectrum light that's scientifically tuned to your eyes. See details easily and avoid eyestrain-causing flicker and glare. Available in Graphite, Ivory, or Pink. Includes energy-saving Verilux 27 W bulb equivalent to ordinary 150 W bulb. Bulb lasts 10X longer than ordinary light bulbs (10,000 hours). 3-year limited warranty on lamp.

Product Details

• Shipping Weight: 5 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Shipping: This item is also available for shipping to select countries outside the U.S.
• ASIN: B000F99FCA
• UPC: 768533957313
• Item model number: VP02BB1
• Average Customer Review: 3.8 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (8 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #146,573 in Health & Personal Care (See Top 100 in Health & Personal Care)

Customer Reviews

Most Helpful Customer Reviews

18 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Not the product I expected, October 26, 2006

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Amazon shopper (Pacific Northwest) - See all my reviews

This review is from: Verilux Natural Spectrum Deluxe Portable Lamp, Graphite (Health and Beauty)

I bought this product specifically because it was originally described as being/having "mood-brightening Natural Spectrum light." I thought it would help on the gloomy Pacific Northwest winter days. I got it on a Friday sale price, so it seemed like a good value for the product description given here.

The lamp just arrived (a few days ago - when I originally submitted this review), and the product's FAQ sheet states this product is "designed only to provide excellent quality light for daily tasks and hobbies. This lamp does *not* offer the correct level of light intensity specified by the National Institute of Mental Health for the treatment of Seasonal Affective Disorder (S.A.D.).

The product literature packed with the lamp has no mention at all that this product offers "mood-brightening" light. Because of this glaring misrepresentation, I am currently debating whether to the return the lamp.

I agree with the other reviewer that the adhesive labels (there are two) are VERY sticky and difficult to remove completely. I used a combination of methods to remove the adhesive residue.

And I agree with the comments about the company name being printed on the front of the lamp. When I saw it in the picture, I thought it had to be some kind of company watermark or logo for the stock photo ONLY, so I was shocked to see "Verilux" actually printed/embossed into the lamp housing, in a very prominent location on the front of the lamp. Very cheesy, for a lamp of this price point and quality.

If you're looking for a "clean" bright light, in a stylish, portable lamp, this is not a bad choice. But if you're looking for a full-spectrum light that does offer some light "therapy," this is probably the wrong choice. The company does have other, "therapeutic" lighting options, but at a higher price point.

Nov 1, 2006 UPDATE - I was concerned enough about the original, misleading product description that I submitted my concerns to Amazon. I now see that the description had been revised since submitting those concerns. I want to thank Amazon for their very prompt response in correcting the product description, which should help other buyers make a more-informed decision.

9 of 10 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Nice, October 23, 2006

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Essex (Connecticut) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Verilux Natural Spectrum Deluxe Portable Lamp, Graphite (Health and Beauty)

Solid construction. An elegant design which would be a lot better if the name "Verilux" were not on the front. The type doesn't scream out at you but still, I don't pay this much money to look at ads.

Bought two lamps. One on each side of the easel makes my mistakes pop out from across the room. The lamps arrrived a few hours ago and I could see the second I turned them on I will save a lot of time and frustration while painting (note: brought two only because of a sale. One would be adequate)

For reading, I'm not so sure about the lamp. For traveling--definately. Far better light than the class of motels I stay in afford. And it is portable as it says. Very slick how it folds up. At home, I'm accustomed to a bright but soft yellow light. The Verilux light is probably better on the eyes. A matter of taste I suppose. Don't think it would take long to become accustomed to the Verilux for reading. Probably be harder to go from it to an incandescent.

For the price, Verilux should use better "removable" adhesive on the labels on the front and top. Or not put labels on at all. Took some effort to remove the gunk. Best way is to take the label and dab it back repeatedly on the gooey areas. Don't bother with soap and water. Doesn't work (as I knew it wouldn't when I tried but that was all I had).

4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars An excellent reading lamp, October 27, 2006

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Michigan Maven - See all my reviews

This review is from: Verilux Natural Spectrum Deluxe Portable Lamp, Graphite (Health and Beauty)

I've been using this as a reading lamp in both my home and work offices for about the past six months, and generally have been happy with it. The other posters certainly are right about the sticky residue, although the company name doesn't bother me, I guess, as I'm withing viewing range of my Samsung monitor, Jamo speakers, Logitech keyboard, Brother printer, etc., etc.)

I haven't thought about this lamp as being portable, given that it weighs over 3 pounds, but if you read a lot it might be worth taking along. It certainly is bright, but not overly so. I find the natural spectrum light makes the material easier to read and causes less eyestrain than regular incandescent or fluorescent light. The bulb does put out some heat, so be careful.

There's one annoying quirk. In my office, the lamp is near my Tivoli table radio. When the lamp is on, it causes an electronic buzzing on the FM band. There may be some filtering I can do to solve this problem, but I haven't found it yet.

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