I was assuming that the lamps would be a low wattage household type
bulb and not an intense theater light. For short term temporary use
with a household type bulb and the standard bulb to shade distance, I
don't think the plexiglass would be hazardous, however I would err on
the side of caution.

On Feb 26, 5:12 pm, Andy Dingley wrote:
On 26 Feb 2007 14:35:40 -0800, "Richard" wrote:

I am building some props for a show and the setting needs a couple of
Arts and Crafts style table lamps.

Glass, then paint.

Anything else is a heat hazard. Acrylic and most common plastics
certainly are.