Thursday, 2 July 2009

Lighting Tips: Use Lamps

By Tom Sanderrs

Ambient lighting can be added to with good utility style lamps. These lighting fixtures are also useful for adding character and decorating a room. You can choose from a large variety of lamps.

You can use a Tiffany lamp, which is made up of multiple pieces of stained glass, to add class and personality to a room. Their uniqueness will set the mood for a room. A table, or floor Tiffany lamp can be used in different situations and places.

For a unique look you can try an oriental lamp. They are usually made of light wood, like bamboo and have opaque paper shades. They are nice decoration pieces that will make most rooms look good. They are an ideal addition to a room with an oriental theme.

Office lamps are utility or task illumination. They are usually simple in design and give bright direct illumination. They can be used for your computer area or on your office table. Angle lamps are good for this purpose as you can zero in on detailed work.

Floor lamps can be useful for reading, as they can be positioned in corners of a room close to your favorite reading spots. Floor lamps come in a number of different types and can be quite decorative. You can either have a modern look with a contemporary type of lamp, or a traditional decor with a lighting fixture style like a Tiffany lamp.

Torch lamps point upwards towards the ceiling and will give a soft reflective illumination. They are good additions to overall ambient lighting and give a nice romantic relaxed feel to a room. They can be used in a bedroom or sitting room. In addition to their reflective light they can also have different hues. Soft yellow will enhance their romantic feel.

Choosing the size of the lamp will depend on what your purpose for the lamp is and where it will be placed. For example; a table lamp will need to fit on your side table or office desk. It should be bright enough to read and work by but not so big that nothing else will fit on the work area. A bedside table will often have a shade and you will need to be sure that it is not so big that the lamp will get knocked over easily. On the other hand it should be big enough to give adequate illumination for your task.

Another consideration is the weight of the lamp. If it is heavier it will not fall over as easily. This type of lamp might be a better selection if you are encountering heavy traffic or have young children. In quieter areas you can utilize a fancy lighter lamp.

It is important to choose the best style of lamp. There will be a choice of contemporary style or a more traditional look. The furniture and decor of your room will determine this. If you are looking for a modern look you will find many decorative contemporary torch and floor lamps that will set the mood of a room and still look up to date.

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