How to Choose a Bedroom Lamp

The bedroom lamp is a piece of art that is useful and beautiful at the same time. Where it is set makes all the difference and shade style can make all the difference.

Pleated lampshades veer more classically and drum shades get the edge. You could even eliminate one for an extreme minimalism.

General Lighting
You need general light in your bedroom – whether from a ceiling light or floor lamp – so that it is luminous, but also illuminates things like nightstands and desks.

To get the best light for reading, go with a high lumen bulb. When lighting your room, low-wattage warm-looking bulbs are the way to go.

Wi-Fi-connected smart lamps are another growing bedroom light. Control these lights with your phone or voice-controlled device such as Alexa to regulate brightness, color temperature, and more – great for creating cozy bedside spaces and supporting healthy circadian rhythms. It goes further than putting smart bulbs in classic table lamps to provide an extra dash of mood lighting.

Supplemental Lighting
Second light can give a little more life to any room, it can make any room feel warm and inviting. Pick lamps with a pop of color or an interesting ornament such as a flower for some room design.

If you choose supplemental lighting for indoor plants, choose low-wattage bulbs with a dimmer switch or several light levels so they have enough illumination. The plants must also be provided with intervals of darkness so they can bloom and fruit.

If you need a floor lamp for all purposes, buy one that is torchiere-style with its erect structure reflecting light upward from its shade. These are perfect for living rooms, bedrooms, and study rooms where an omnipresent light is needed.

Accent Lighting
Accent lighting or picture lights or spotlights, which are applied to highlight the aspect of home design such as artwork or furniture you want to show off such as artwork. They are usually three times brighter than the ambient light and point the eye directly to certain items in a room turning them into points of interest.

Profit from this style with pivoting light fixtures like sconces and vanity bars that enable you to focus on wall art or other décor items precisely. LED tape light underneath cupboards or staircases creates intrigue and unforgettable effect.

For an eye-catching focal point, go with a 1970’s style brass and metal pendant lamp or Ammunition’s low energy Lola floor lamp for a statement light in an industrial or modern space. Both lights are great centerpieces on a dining table or coffee table – both good choices for giving a room character and depth!

Style
Then give your bedroom a personality with a lamp that fits you. As per the interior design advice, choose a nightstand lamps or wall lights where the lamp shade is about eye level when seated in bed reading.

Find modern sleek lamps with chrome bases and glass shades to go with modern designs, or traditional lamps with pattern shades for more traditional rooms. If you have a larger bedroom with more nightstand space, get a few different matching lamps or wall sconces to round out the look.

When you’re going for a contemporary bedroom with clean lines and neutral colors, consider lampshades instead to get a minimalist look. : A lamp with no lampshades would also be sufficient for ambient light.

Budget
It does not have to be a big investment to have your own bedroom lamp! So many budget-friendly items like this unicorn lamp out of white resin with blue glitter accents that you can light up your own little paradise! Great for bedrooms, children’s rooms, teenager spaces or college dorms!

Bedside reading lights on wall can be a cost-effective way to lighten up your bedroom. Also known as sconces, these can easily hang onto your walls for an old-school chic look.

How many you’ll need will vary depending on the size and content of your bedroom and whether you sleep by yourself or with someone. One Lamp: A general rule of thumb is that The Spruce recommends having one lamp per nightstand to give your space balance.