Before you go shopping to style your interiors with a perfect table lamp, think about what you want to achieve in your space. Do you want to make a statement, bring symmetry, add colour and texture to space?
Here are 5 things to know about table lamps:
Choosing lampshades:
Lampshades come in various shapes such as drum, oval, cylinder, square, tapered Etc. If you're looking to achieve a modern look, drum-shaped has a more streamlined look. Tapered shaped shades are best for a traditional look.
Which lamp base is best for me?
Lamp bases come in different shapes and materials such as ceramic, glass, metal, wood. Choose one that best resonates with the design style in your space.
Picking the right size:
The last thing you want is to pick a table lamp that looks disproportionate to the scale of the furniture it's placed onto. A large table lamp on a small console table will look odd and vice versa.
The functionality of table lamps:
Before picking a table lamp decide whether they are used for reading or strictly for aesthetic purposes. Table lamps are great for providing Layered lighting in conjunction with direct lighting. If used as task lighting for reading make sure they are at eye level when you are seated.
Choosing a light bulb:
Ambient lighting is very important in every room. Typically a dining room has a chandelier and you will need the buffet lamps to provide ambient lighting. A 40 Watts light bulb will be perfect for ambient lighting. But if you're choosing a table lamp for the bedroom or living room you need 60 watts which is good for reading.
Hopefully, these tips will help you in choosing a perfect table lamp/s. If you are looking for lamps under $300, I have some selected pieces just for you! You can click on the one you like and purchase.
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