How to Determine Correct Lamp Height For an End Table
By Lilly Kannon
A nice table lamp goes with a nice table. The look is important but the two should match not only in the theme and texture, but also in size. It is important to be able to get the perfect lamp for your end table or vice versa. With a good match, you can better accentuate your room's corner and have that effect that can attract a guest's attention.
It is also important to first consider the size of the room where your lamp and table will be placed. Even if the two match perfectly, if the room is too small or too big, the effect will not be satisfactory. Aside from this, you also have to consider the height of the ceiling. There are always appropriate lamp and table sizes for every room size and ceiling height. All of these things go together.
You also have to consider the amount of light needed for the room. If you decide to switch all the lights off and retain your lamp, you should know how much lighting the lamp should emit to achieve the effect that you want. If your lamp is for task lighting such as reading, it has to be brighter than when it is intended for ambient lighting. These things determine the kind of lamp that you should have in your room.
The general rule for the correct lamp height for an end table is to have a chair or lounge positioned near the lamp. When you sit in the chair, you should not be able to see the lamp or bulb. This should not be exposed. If you do see it, either your table lamp or the end table are not of the right size. This means you have to replace one of these.
For a small room, you should not place a lamp that is too big. A 26 inch tall lamp is good for a petite room. For an average-sized room, a lamp that stands 8 to 9 feet inches will be appropriate. For big rooms, a 31-inch tall or taller will be fine and can get the attention that it deserves. Of course, the end table should be proportionate to the lamp sizes. There should be enough space for some things to be put on the table other than the lamp. Items like a photo frame or a decorative item should be given a space on an end table. If there is no place, even for a coffee cup and saucer, either your lamp is too big or your table is too small. The two do not match and you need to do something about it not to make it awkward looking.
To buy the perfect combination, you can search in online stores or go to the nearest home furniture shop and buy them separately. It is better, however, to buy them together to make sure that they are the right table lamp and end table match that you are looking for. Do not forget to consider your room's motif when you buy to add to the overall effect of the room.
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