What is a Resin?
What is a resin? And if we have a “finish” in product description does it means the product is made of resin? I believe only the base is made of resin. And if a part of a lamp is made of resin, does it make the item cheaper?
Answer: Resin refers to an artificial complex composite that is similar to plastic in durability and dexterity. Various parts of lamps are manufactured using Resin to substitute steel, or plastics due to the ever increasing cost of materials. Resin is most commonly found in the base of portable (table) lamps. However, it can also be found on shades, and other parts of the lamp. Since manufacturing and molding resin is a manual process, when used aesthetically (i.e. shades), resin can vary in aesthetic and texture.
Generally a “finish” can refer to many different components of the lamp, so it does not necessarily mean that a product that has a “finish” is or is not a resin product.
You are correct, resin can be found in the base of a lamp. However, it’s application is not exclusive to that location. Resin products are not necessarily lower priced products, they just use a substitute manufacturing material.