-  Considerations when choosing a lamp
-  Considerations when choosing Task Lighting
-  Choosing globes for your lamp
-  Matching your lamp with other lighting
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A lamp can serve many purposes, from lighting up your desk to being an artistic or decorative piece. It can transform your room in an instant – you can make the statement you want with the perfect lamp. Scroll through our tips on choosing the right lamp for your home, and create your look today!

Considerations when choosing a lamp
-  The location of the lamp is the key to the style of lamp required. Different lamp styles are
    more suited to different rooms of the house, for example, your study will require
    a different style of lighting to the bedroom.

-  Know what the lamp is needed for - will it be used for tasks (for example, reading,
    writing or cooking), or will it be used solely as a decorative piece. You will need
    to consider further requirements depending on what the lamp is required for. Refer
    to the next section, “Considerations when choosing Task Lighting” for more tips
    on selecting the right Task lamp.

-  Consider the mood you are trying to portray in the room. You want to choose a lamp
    that will enhance the ambience and mood in the room. You will notice that many
    bars have dimmer lights to encourage a relaxed atmosphere, while offices are
    generally well lit. The amount of light can help render the mood you want.

-  Consider the other décor you have in the room. Your new lamp should complement
    the décor of the room, complementing the style, colours and overall feel.

-  You will also need to consider the other sources of light coming into the room.
    Remembering that too much or not enough light in a room can cause eye straining.

-  Need help choosing the right lamp and level of lighting required?
    Request a in-home lighting consultation today.

Considerations when choosing Task Lighting
-  If you are right handed, ensure the light on you desk comes from the left. This will reduce
    shadows/shading. The opposite applies for left-handers.

-  If choosing a floor lamp, choose a lamp that has a light strong enough to reduce
    reflections. The lamp can be positioned over either the left or right shoulder –
    the left/right handed rule of desk lamps does not apply with floor lamps.

-  The most important requirement for task lighting is achieving a successful balance
    between task lighting and general lighting to avoid eyestrain. Request an in-home
    lighting consultation to help you select the right task lighting.

Choosing Globes for your lamp
-  Check the recommended wattage required for your lamp. This can be found on the
    product page of every lamp on the Beacon Lighting website, and is also stipulated on
    the product. Never use a higher wattage bulb than what is required.

-  Why not choose an energy saving globe! Low energy light globes use less energy than a
    normal incandescent light globe, so they not only help to lower greenhouse gas
    emissions, but also save you money on your power bills!

Matching your lamp with other Lighting
Once you’ve found your perfect lamp, check the Beacon Lighting website for matching lighting, including Pendants, Table Lamps and Floor Lamps and further transform your room. Simply select Our Products from the Home Page, scroll down to Shop Online and click on Lamps. Click on the lamp you like, and check the ‘Beacon Also Suggests’ underneath the product for our suggestions on products that will perfectly compliment your new lamp.