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Is it safe to paint a glass lampshade?
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Yes, it is safe to paint a glass lampshade as long as you are using glass-specific paint. One thing to note: If your lampshade is translucent (versus opaque), the paint color will look slightly different when you turn the lamp on.
1stDibs ExpertAugust 17, 2021
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Rolling floor lamp from a surgery room. Fully adjustable and takes a regular incandescent bulb
Category
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Materials
Aluminum, Steel
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TIFFANY the iconic lamp!
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Category
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Materials
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Category
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Materials
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By Merve Kahraman
Located in New York, NY
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Category
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Materials
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By Merve Kahraman
Located in New York, NY
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Category
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Materials
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Unusual French Conservatory Painted Toleware Floor Lamp
Located in Chillerton, Isle of Wight
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Category
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Materials
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