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how safe would spraying perfume on a lightbulb before t... - 12/28/2005 10:27:28 PM

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I saw this tip on a house hold tips sight and sometimes we all know that some tips can be impractical or unsafe, so how safe would spraying perfume on a lightbulb before turning on be

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Spray a bit of perfume on the lightbulb in any room to create a lovely light scent in the room when the light is turned on. This is an great and easy way to leave a subtle scent in your favorite room without all the fuss

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RE: how safe would spraying perfume on a lightbulb befo... - 12/28/2005 10:42:41 PM

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I have done this without any problems. The scent though is rather subtle and is not very long lasting. The only issue I had with it is that it does tend to make a residue on the bulb which if it gets too thick can smoke a bit and is very hard to remove after it has baked on. What I found that works better is those clay like rings that sit on top of the light bulb. You add a few drops of scented oil and it lasts quite a long time but is not overpowering.

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RE: how safe would spraying perfume on a lightbulb befo... - 12/28/2005 10:49:13 PM

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Ahh yes I have seen those too.

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RE: how safe would spraying perfume on a lightbulb befo... - 12/29/2005 4:28:34 AM

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I like a nice subtle fragrance in the home, but have become someone that is not a huge proponent of burning candles or incense now.

A few years ago, at a friend's home, we saw a crystal candle holder explode

into the air, causing the candle flame to fully ignite the carpet (fortunately with others in the room, as the home owner was in-scene, upstairs). I've never left a candle in a room (alone) since then. Incense, while initially nice, tends to give me a sore throat or causes me to sneeze.

I received a candle warmer last week. I thought...oh boy, another useless gift, to re-gift.

Anyway, I tried it out, and I absolutely love it. A fragrant candle is placed on the warmer, and the candle is melted slowly, with the fragrance emitted throughout the room. No flame, and the warmer is on a outlet (although still should not be left unattended), it's much safer. No nasty, smokey, wick smell when you have to blow out the candle either.

It's an alternative.

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PS Okay...now I'll have to get a candle in my favorite perfume. I like that idea. Thanks.

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RE: how safe would spraying perfume on a lightbulb befo... - 12/29/2005 9:54:57 PM

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lol well they do say not to burn candles unattended, My sister in law had this glittery candle fo x mas an the glitter started to catch on fire and burn too as well as the wh ick

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RE: how safe would spraying perfume on a lightbulb befo... - 12/30/2005 12:35:51 AM

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I think that it would be fairly safe... However do not spray anything on a bulb that's already been on for a while. A bulb in my bathroom popped while I was taking a shower - and I'm fairly certain it was because of the steam leaving moisture on the very hot bulb.

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RE: how safe would spraying perfume on a lightbulb befo... - 12/30/2005 8:45:54 PM

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Tried that with lysol once. The bulb imploded.

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RE: how safe would spraying perfume on a lightbulb befo... - 1/18/2006 2:37:59 PM

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Realtors use a drop of vanilla on a light bulb to make it smell like fresh baked cookies. :)

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RE: how safe would spraying perfume on a lightbulb befo... - 1/18/2006 6:14:26 PM

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I have for years used oil based scents. A drop on lightblub and then turn it on.
Spray perfume although would work safely it would evaporate really quickly.

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RE: how safe would spraying perfume on a lightbulb befo... - 1/18/2006 6:27:43 PM

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i agree that a scented lightbulb can help set the mood, but i'd like to insert one note of caution here..make sure anyone around isn't allergic to the scent. While subtle and not long lasting to most, it can be bad for someone who suddenly starts sneezing, coughing, etc.

Hope you have fun with it. :)

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RE: how safe would spraying perfume on a lightbulb befo... - 1/19/2006 12:38:40 PM

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hehehe yeah an alerigc reaction would really kill a mood

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