Floor Lamps

One of the greatest advantages of floor lamps is their portability. You can move them at will. They also work to augment the general lighting in your room, filling in darker pockets presenting an even finish to the room. However, to achieve the effect you desire, it is important to choose your floor lamps wisely.

The first thing to keep in mind is safety. Remember that floor lamps were once considered to be dangerous additions because of their tendency to tip over. It is only in the last decade that better technologies have successfully removed these fundamental flaws in design. Today, floor lamps have to meet the UL ‘tipability’ standard. This approval ensures that the floor lamp you choose has a heavier base, so there are minimal chances of it falling over accidentally and causing serious problems like a nasty electric shock or fire. Another desirable feature in modern floor lamps is their plastic zip cord as opposed to the cloth cord that was used in older lamps. Cloth cords fray easily. In a family with young children, frayed cloth cords are accidents waiting to happen.

It is important to keep these points in mind when you go shopping for your floor lamps. That way, you can steer clear of antique floor lamps that are not secure enough for your family.

Modern floor lamps come in a variety of styles and finishes. This makes it easy for you to select floor lamps that complement the atmosphere and look of your room.

Online shops will give you all the styles imaginable including Tiffany, Retro, Torchiere or other contemporary styles. Nowadays, you can even find every type of finish including glass, brushed metal or porcelain. Sleek, sophisticated floor lamps add a dash of style to your room.

Before you choose the right floor lamps for your house, take into consideration the mood you want to create, the color palette and the kind of light you want in the room. Various shapes, colors, styles and choices of light bulbs are available. Choose the one that brings the right combination of color and effect. Then identify the usage and traffic pattern in the room. Decide the appropriate spot for the floor lamp. Then decide on your lighting options. That is all there is to selecting the right floor lamp for your room. Of course, buying from a vendor who can offer you the best deals will enable you to make the most of your budget.

Floor lamps are excellent sources of illumination for dark areas in your room where regular lighting may be insufficient. Floor lamps can also become excellent home decorating accessories, when they are selected appropriately and placed in just the right space.