Received Just What I Was Looking For!
I needed a brighter, more natural lamp to do my needle work and read by than the lamps we already use in our living room. I found I was spending more and more time in bed because my bedside lamp was bright enough to read and work by. I had been researching OTT lights for awhile as they are favored by crafters as a natural light source lamp. I found this Verilux light on Amazon and it had all the features I was looking for at a reasonable price. It has lived up to my expectations and has me out of my bed and back in the living room with the rest of the family. I had to move it around and experiment with the angle of the light for several days before I found the position that works best for my needs. The base is stable despite its light weight. Other reviewers have been disatified with the plastic grill covering the bulb but it is very thick and not at all flimsy. It does look like chromed metal. I recommend this  floor lamp wholeheartedly.<br /><br />***Note*** I received the lamp without the tray. I understand some people thought they were purchasing the lamp with the tray attachment. The tray attachment is available from Verilux. I was confused by the pictues too, however I could tell by the difference in price that mine would come without the tray. I'm not sure I would have paid the additional $20.00 just to get they tray.
Rating: 4 stars