Replace the stock bulb with LORIZA Dimmable E17 LED Bulb Reflector R14 Light 4w available on Amazon. You will be the happiest person on the planet for doing so. You'll get 10 times more light without the heat build up produced by the stock bulb. Note that it can be a little tricky getting the replacement bulb in as it's a very tight fit. Helps if you grow your finger nails for a few weeks first. This lamp overall is very likely best used with drill presses, miter saws and the like.