Table Lamps

Ideas for choosing the right table lamps for your unique style
If your home has a traditional style, one suggestion is to look for fine decorative details, fluting or rounded vase profiles. If you are more into a transitional style, search for understated details and a focus on the volume of the shade in relation to the base of the lamp. A gooseneck or swing arm table lamp is a great example of this style. For modern or contemporary styles, you may find lamps that have a sculptural or minimalist look appealing. A tree or multi-arm lamp might be a great sculptural choice, for just another example. One other idea is to choose a touch lamp for easy on/off functionality; they come in nearly any style. For more ideas, be sure to visit the Bright Ideas blog!

Where table lamps work best in your home
These types and designs of lamps are all about adding style and layers of light to your room. They are often also used for task lighting. If you think of places in your home where a pool of light on a surface will help you in some way, you are on track to finding places in your home for table lamps. This might be your front entryway, where a hall table is placed for mail and other duties, or a softly lit area to welcome you home at the end of the day. Table lamps are often found on either side of a sofa, near a reading chair, or on a bedside table as well. It really comes down to where you need that extra touch of light in your home.

The best table lamps: what to look for
You will want to look for a lamp that fits your particular style, and can illuminate the space for tasks and ambiance. If aesthetics are the focus, pay attention to the materials, silhouettes and finer details. If the lamp is for practicality, look more carefully at the lumen output. In all cases, the right lamp can add warmth, help with tasks, and be a decorative way to illuminate a space. In common areas, table lamps can illuminate the table and parts of a chair nearby, but should not be the sole source of light in the space. Additionally, table lamps for a bedroom will have a softer glow and should be easy to reach from the bed.