Table, Floor & Desk Lamps

This collection holds freestanding lighting for living rooms, bedrooms and work areas. Floor lamps range from slim corner RGB models with app control to arc lamps with glass shades, tripod designs with built-in shelves and tall dimmable LED uprights with remotes from Ambimall and EDISHINE. Table options include ceramic bedside lamps, Tiffany-style stained glass, cordless rechargeable lamps and pairs with USB-C ports. Desk lamps cover clamp-on swing arms and dorm-style units, while Brightech and Philips Hue offer smart-controlled pieces.

Think about the job the lamp needs to do. Reading and task work want 800 lumens or more aimed at the surface, while a bedside or accent lamp can be softer. Colour temperature shapes the mood: 2700K to 3000K reads warm and relaxed, 4000K is neutral, and 5000K or higher feels crisp for close work. Many lamps here offer adjustable temperature or stepless dimming. Check the control style too, whether foot switch, touch base, remote or app, and whether the light source is an integrated LED or a replaceable E26 bulb. Finally, measure: a table lamp's shade should sit roughly at eye level when you are seated.

Tall floor lamps with narrow bases can tip if bumped, so place them away from doorways and keep cords out of walkways. If a lamp uses a separate bulb, stay within the socket's maximum wattage, and remember a 3-way bulb only works in a 3-way socket. Plug-in lamps for Canadian homes should carry a cUL, cETL or CSA mark showing certification for use here.

Frequently asked questions

How many lumens do I need for a reading lamp?

For comfortable reading, aim for roughly 450 to 800 lumens directed at the page from a lamp close by. Detailed tasks such as sewing or model work benefit from 1,000 lumens or more. A higher-lumen lamp with dimming gives you room to adjust between bright task light and a softer evening glow without changing fixtures.

What colour temperature suits a bedroom lamp?

Most people prefer 2700K to 3000K in a bedroom because it gives a warm, relaxed light similar to incandescent bulbs. Cooler 5000K light can feel harsh at night. Lamps with selectable colour temperature let you use warmer settings in the evening and switch to neutral light for reading or getting ready.

Can I put an LED bulb in an older table lamp?

Yes. An LED bulb with the matching base, usually E26 in North American lamps, will fit, and it runs much cooler than an incandescent of the same brightness. If the lamp has a dimmer or 3-way switch, choose an LED bulb labelled as dimmable or 3-way. Check the shade's harp height so the new bulb does not sit too close to the fabric.

Are cordless rechargeable table lamps bright enough?

Most cordless lamps are designed for ambient or accent lighting rather than task work, often a few hundred lumens at most. They suit patios, dining tables and spots without an outlet. Run time drops at the highest brightness, so check the listed hours at each setting and how the lamp charges, such as USB-C or a charging base.