IKEA Solvinden Solar-powered Table Lamp |
If you are environmentally conscious and are looking for a new table lamp, here is a good one. The new IKEA Solvinden solar-powered table lamp is powered by three rechargeable AA batteries and a solar charger, which can brighten anyplace for around four hours.
Not bad considering that this is not attached to the grid. If you like what you see and the colors match your drapes, the IKEA Solvinden Solar-powered table lamp is just $19.99. It is at IKEA of course.






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