Lamps can be used in a number of different ways in the home. There are a wide variety of lamps to choose from and the style and look of your home needs to be taken into consideration when choosing a lamp.
The type of lamp you choose will also be linked to the room you want to use it in and what the lamp is to be used for. For example, in a bedroom you may need a bright task light for reading by the bed and a lamp with a softer light elsewhere in the room to create a relaxed ambience to the room.
Lamps with dimmers can instantly change the feel of a room, a brighter light when you need it but able to create a more relaxed atmosphere at the turn of a dial.
Night lamps can be used in wall sockets to light hallways at night time or in a children’s room to give a low level of light throughout the night.
Lamps can also be used to throw light upwards as well as down to create dramatic effect.
Task lighting for reading, writing, cooking or hobbies needs to be bright enough to work without straining your eyes. Consider having a flexible base or head to make angling light where you need it to be.
Tip for task lighting:
If you are right handed, ensure the light comes from the left hand side. If you are left handed, make sure it comes from the right hand side to prevent casting shadows on your work.
