Tall, Bright, And Out Of The Way: Floor Lamps For Living Rooms And Bedrooms
What To Look For In A Floor Lamp: A floor lamp should fit the room and the job you give it. Look for a lamp tall enough to clear the back of a chair or sofa, usually 55 to 72 inches, so the light falls where you sit instead of into your eyes. A dimmer helps because one lamp can serve both quiet evenings and reading. Check the base before you buy. A heavy, wide base keeps a tall lamp from tipping when someone bumps it, while a tripod base spreads the weight even wider. Built-in LED lamps cost less to run and never need a new bulb, while lamps that take standard bulbs let you change the brightness and warmth later.