<p>my octopus lamp has glass shades. it was a bit pricey when i bought it 5-6 years ago.....but they are still a danger. upward facing lamps can come in contact with flammable materials. halogen lamps are especially dangerous.</p>
<p>Thanks for this post. D has had this all last year and so have many at her school. It was not banned last year at least. She is going to take it back to BBB and get a refund!!!</p>
<p>Anyone have some good alternatives to recommend? My son will need to return the BBB lamp (white shades) that he bought.</p>
<p>I am not sure this is acceptable, but I saw a set in Walmart - desk lamp and matching 1 bulb floor lamp (5 ft tall). They looked to be all metal.</p>