Floor + Table Lamps

Why We Love Lamps

No matter the lighting solution used in the home, lamps are always present. Illuminating each space of the home in several different ways lamps provide accent and direct light to create mood and tone and help us with our daily tasks.

There's something freeing about being able to move furniture around quickly and easily. It's the same with portable floor lamps and table lamps. Their mobility is a huge benefit when moving around or redecorating to express a newly discovered design scheme. They can immediately change the look of a room without having to rewire or punch a hole in the wall. Floor lamps are especially great when it comes to adding ambient lighting, while table lamps help immensely when it comes to reading or task work at the desk or couch.

Where a Lamp Works Best

Lamps, such as floor and table lamps, are able to find their home in a number of rooms, thanks in part to their versatility and portability. You'll find a modern lamp will work well in the living room. Living room floor lamps and table lamps provide task and ambient lighting where ceiling lights and wall sconces might not spotlight a particular area, like near a couch or in a far corner. They're also great for bedroom lighting, especially when two lamps are used on either side of the bed atop your nightstands. If you don't have a reading sconce in the bedroom, you'll find a table lamp will offer a similar amount of helpful, task-oriented light. Plus, reading lamps on either side of the bed means individual lighting control and one happy couple. Table lights are especially great for the office or den, providing adjustable task illumination so you don't get a headache from eye strain. Finally, in the dining room or placed near the front door in the entry, you will like the functional and decorative presence of a console lamp.

Types of Lamps

Table lamps and floor lamps come in a variety of options, providing ambiance or direct task lighting as they accent corners and end tables in the room. Table lamps include desk lamps and task lamps, while floor lamps can be used as reading lamps and to make a statement with a graceful arc.

Table Lamps

Table lamps are effective lighting options for a number of rooms in part due to their versatility and portability. Table lamps sit near seating areas or by the bedside, adding ambient or task light to a nearby area. They can accent end tables near a sectional, loveseat or other seating area, and they can serve as an illumination either on a desk or by the bed for studying, reading or other tasks that require full illumination. Table lamps both come in a variety of shapes, styles and sizes, ensuring the perfect piece for the room.

Desk & Task Lamps

Desk & Task Lamps are table lamps suited for specific task light that requires full illumination on a nearby subject. These lamps often sit on a desk or similar seating area and brightly shine in one’s lap or on the surface of a workstation, creating a bright glow that evenly spreads across the surface for maximum visibility.

Types of Floor Lamps

Floor lamps are lighting fixtures often with long, thin bodies. Able to be placed in a variety of spaces, floor lamps can provide direct or ambient lighting and may even be adjustable, allowing the light to express itself exactly as desired. When placed in a corner, floor lamps project light into the room and onto the walls, allowing the light to spread in an even manner.

Reading Floor Lamps

Reading floor lamps provide direct illumination onto a nearby surface, such as a book or a person’s lap. These floor lamps are most commonly placed behind or near seating areas where they remain out of the way of the flow of traffic yet can still provide the necessary light.

Arc Floor Lamps

Arc floor lamps make statements in the home while providing task light to a surface below. These floor lamps have grander designs which include a graceful arc that bends over the seating area and into the room, bringing an even display of light to the immediate area below.

Lamps for Every Style

Our selection of lamps are designed to fit a wide variety of interior design styles, ranging from traditional rooms to spaces with the most modern of decor. Classic table and floor lamp styles include bronze and polished nickel lamps by George Kovacs, as well as the wrought-iron lamp designs by Hubbardton Forge. Contemporary homes benefit from the transitional designer lamp options by Robert Abbey and look to Artemide or FLOS Lighting for an ultra-modern standing lamp, table lamp or desk lamp. Finally, if you love energy efficiency in your home, be sure to check out the LED-infused lamps from Marset.

How to Choose the Best Lamps

When it comes to choosing a floor or table lamp, you will want to consider the size of the lamp and how it will fit into your room. In large living areas like a great room or open living room, the space will benefit from the inclusion of an arc floor lamp or multi-arm lamp. Conversely, smaller bedrooms and offices will require much more proportionate options like a slim desk lamp or pair of small table lamps. When browsing for a new lamp, be sure to view its sizing dimensions to get the best idea of the fixture's width, diameter, length and weight before purchasing. You can also review the lamp's light source options and if you plan to take the fixture outdoors, verify it is UL listed for wet or damp locations.