4,047 Table Lamps

How do I choose my living room table lamps?

When selecting your living room lamps, it is often easiest to begin by selecting the right lamp base for your decor scheme and then if you don’t like its paired lampshade you can simply swop it for one more to your taste. Table lamp bases come in every style under the sun, so whether you are seeking an ornate gilded base, a simple blown glass or a painted shabby chic option there is something for you. When it comes to selecting your lampshade practical considerations should come into play; a fabric or semi opaque paper shade will give a warm, flattering glow but if you are positioning your lamp near a TV then opt for an opaque shade to minimise glare. In terms of style, a vintage table lamp, a cast metal lamp base or a painted ceramic table lamp paired with a tapered, fringed lamp shade is a classic choice for traditional decor. For modern decor, a simple and streamlined style such as a slim glass base with a drum shade are a perfectly balanced pair. If you opt for a simple base in black or white, then you can add personality by pairing it with a jewel coloured lampshades. For a modern look you might consider a wooden table lamp base with a muted beige or green lampshade, or, for something refined, pair paler colours with metallic bases; a duck egg lamp shade paired with a brass or silver base, or a dusky rose pink with a golden base will add elegance to any living room.

What should I look for in a bedside lamp?

You can select your bedside table lamps in pairs to create symmetry and balance or for a quirky original design idea, why not select different styles for each side of the bed. The ideal size of a bedside lamp should be relative to the proportions of the room; large table lamps work well alongside a king size bed, but if you have a queen or double opt for something a little more understated. If your bedside lamps find themselves vying for space with your alarm clock and reading glasses, then opt for a table lamp with a slim base but bear in mind that bedside lamps should be sturdy enough to withstand sleepy fumbling in the dark, so a weighted base is a sensible choice. The frustration of fumbling around for a light switch in the dark can be alleviated by the convenience offered by touch table lamps. Selecting the right lampshade for bedroom use is equally important; opt for a semi opaque shade to shield sleepy eyes or if you need something brighter for reading, a task lamp that will allow you to direct light onto a book (and away from a sleeping partner’s eyes).