Lighting is very important to any room. With all the varying styles, it can be hard picking the right lamp for an end table.  ​But when it comes to choosing lamps, it’s easy to feel left in the dark without a little guidance. How big is too big? And which shade goes with which base? Here are a few tips that could help shed some light.

 

1 – Think of your lamp as part light, part sculpture/jewelry for the room.  Your lamp needs to perform a function but should also look pretty!

2 – Think about what style you are going for.  If your room is traditional, generally a tapered lamp shade tends to be a good option.  If your room is modern, stick with a streamlined drum-shaped shade.

3 – Think about your lighting needs for the room.  If you need a lot of light, don’t pick a black (or really dark) shade, instead go with a lighter colored one to give off more light.

4 – Think about the scale of the table it will be sitting on.  If you have a ‘beefy’ or heavy-looking end table, a small & delicate lamp most likely won’t look right.  Pick a lamp that is proportionate to the size of your end table and the surrounding furniture.

5- Don’t be afraid to take home a few different lamps from the store.  Keep the one that works and return the others!  Just make sure you know the store’s return policy!

 

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