Floor lamps are often used as supplemental light sources to table or ceiling lights. A floor lamp, when placed the correct height, should provide an even level of light about the area you wish to illuminate. Reading lights should be labeled accordingly. Creating a functional and attractive living space requires some skills with design. When you buy a floor lamp there are some factors you should be looking for to make sure it will be an attractive and functional piece in your home or office.
The first factor to remember is that your lamp should fit into your current design scheme. If you live in an older home, the lighting fixtures may be too modern and detract from the ambiance of your home. The proper lighting for your type of space is the key to making sure that it will be both functional and a grate addition to your home environment.
The type of floor lamp that you choose is the next important factor. Consider the type of flooring in the room or area you wish to illuminate. Many floor lighting fixtures come with a floor lamp that is incorporated into the light kit and also the light bulbs used for the ambiance-lighting of your home. Floor lights are available in a few different styles which include drum, alcove, flush, or semi-flush fittings.
A tip I got from a friend who is a North Carolina Owners Representative about floor lamps is, “The next important factor to take into account is size and height. When you are considering a floor lamp, choose one that fits your needs and style. There are various styles of lamps designed for particular needs. For example, many floor lighting fixtures feature single bulbs while other have multiple bulbs which can be changed or changed frequently to create various levels of light intensity. The various types of floor lamps available ranges from small to large, from contemporary to traditional floor lamps.”
Additional factors to take into account include the size and color of your lamp shade, the room that the lamp will be used in, the types of light bulbs used, and the spacing of the floor space in the room. Floor lamps are available in a wide range of colors, flowers and styles for both contemporary and traditional looks. Modern and contemporary looks use shades and shades of darker colors and simple patterns. Floor lamps can function as works of art, by incorporating flowers and Asian-inspired designs. Floor lighting fixtures with a rustic, natural style look are ideal for rooms with a countryside or country-inspired theme.
There are many manufacturers of floor lighting fixtures such as Maxim Lighting, Verilux, Lightism, head fittings, Old World and Tilers. When you are trying to determine what type of floor lamp you should use, try to think about the type of ambiance you wish to create. The proper choice and use of floor lamps is important to your selection of short, long, sidelights, and accent lamps. With the various styles of floor lamps available to day, evaluating your lighting needs and choosing the appropriate fixture are the beginning to the end of your quest to upward lighting.