How to Repair a Table Lamp With a Bent Harp
Disconnect table lamp from electricity by unplugging from wall socket or extension cord., Remove finial from top of harp., Lift small brass caps at the base of the harp., Examine base of harp., Examine harp to determine if it has been bent., Replace...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Disconnect table lamp from electricity by unplugging from wall socket or extension cord.
Allow light bulb to cool before removing for safety. -
Step 2: Remove finial from top of harp.
Remove lampshade and set aside to avoid damage to shade.
Replace finial to prevent loss. , Compress harp to release from lamp. , It is located below the lamp socket.
If either arm of harp base is bent, gently re-shape without breaking. , Re-shape harp by using two pair of pliers. , Assure that finial positions itself squarely at top of lamp. , Restore power. -
Step 3: Lift small brass caps at the base of the harp.
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Step 4: Examine base of harp.
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Step 5: Examine harp to determine if it has been bent.
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Step 6: Replace properly shaped harp by compressing and repositioning into harp base.
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Step 7: Replace lamp shade and light bulb.
Detailed Guide
Allow light bulb to cool before removing for safety.
Remove lampshade and set aside to avoid damage to shade.
Replace finial to prevent loss. , Compress harp to release from lamp. , It is located below the lamp socket.
If either arm of harp base is bent, gently re-shape without breaking. , Re-shape harp by using two pair of pliers. , Assure that finial positions itself squarely at top of lamp. , Restore power.
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