The Benefits of Floor Lamps
Hundreds of homes around the world take advantage of floor lamps to provide additional lighting in their living rooms, dining room and even bedrooms. Light is an essential element in any home and can create mood, brightness and the perfect finishing touch to the room.
One of the many benefits of this type of lighting is the versatility. These lighting products can easily be moved, should you decide you don't like where it is placed or want to move your living room around for a change.
A floor lamp can become a masterpiece in any room, creating a focal point which stands out in a darkened corner or to highlight another feature you want to show off.
What is great is the fact that these floor lamps come in so many different shapes, sizes and colours that you can easily enhance the space just by adding one of these lighting devices.
In a room which has a darkened corner or a pair of sofas next to each other, the lighting product can easily be placed, brightening up that space, making it welcoming and capturing the attention of visitors.
It's important when choosing this type of lighting that it complements the other lighting in the room. If you choose a floor lamp, then you want it to blend in with your overhead lights, working in unison to brighten the room and make it feel warm and welcoming.
The main advantage to this type of lighting is it can also soften the lighting in the room, creating a mood. If you have sat down to watch a film on television, you don't want a bright light, so you can turn off the main lights, leaving the lamp on to offer a warm glow.
There is a wide selection to choose from when it comes to design and style. There are straight options with a shade above, creating a direct light flow towards the ceiling, while offering a gentle glow in the surrounding area.
Then there are the balloon style options, which have increased in popularity and work beautifully in the living or dining room. The balloon options stand on a bent base with a shade that hangs in an upside down "U" shape. This is perfect if you want to use the floor lamp to brighten the dining table, the stand can be placed next to the table with the shade in the center of the table.
The balloon options work wonders in a living room, creating a focal point as the shade can hang over the sofas with the stand being placed in the corner of the room.
The modern options are stylish, almost industrial in design and will enhance any modern room with their straight edges and versatile mechanisms.
With so many to choose from, it's important that you take your overall room design and space into consideration. A balloon floor lamp will not always work in smaller spaces, where a modern option may turn out to be the better choice.
These lamps come in so many different colours and materials, making it easy to blend in with your interior design. From magnificent brushed chrome to striking white, there are no restrictions when it comes to choice.
Always pay careful attention to the warranty that comes with the item and ensure you only purchase from a reliable and reputable lighting company that has your interests in mind.
Price may be a deciding factor for you and some designs are more expensive than others. Remember don't go for cheap as you will need to replace it in the near future and will find yourself disappointed with your selection. Rather pay slightly more and get a top quality product that is made to last.
