Floor lamps in the interior: types, advantages, choice

2024 Author: Priscilla Miln | [email protected]. Last modified: 2023-12-16 00:21

Often, hearing the word "floor lamp", an image of an old grandmother's lampshade appears in my head, under which she knits or reads. At one time, floor lamps were even forgotten and were not used in interior design. But today it is an actual element for the interior. Many designers use lampshades in their projects.

Floor lamps and their applications

A floor lamp is a special lamp that is installed on the floor, on a table or mounted in a wall. As a rule, it has a long leg (tripod) with a height of 1 to 2.5 meters, or a short base. At the top end is a lamp that covers the lampshade. It is made from different materials.

Today, the types of floor lamps are so diverse that it’s just that the eyes run up from the assortment offered by specialized stores.

The functionality of these lamps is multifaceted. It comes down not only to the execution of direct functions, but also to various design solutions. This is a zoning aid.space for reading, relaxing. You can install such a light source just as an element of decor - for beauty.

Indoor lighting is one of the main aspects of successful interior design. With the correct placement of light sources, you can achieve a play of shadows that provides any mood - from romantic to work.

In addition, thanks to these noble lamps, you can even visually expand the room or increase the height of the ceiling.

Advantage over table lamps and sconces

Before their smaller "brothers" floor lamps have significant advantages that are hard to miss:

1. Mobility. Any floor lamp is very easy to move. Today you can put it near the armchair, tomorrow - by the bed, and then completely take it to another room or to the hall.
2. Installation. Unlike sconces, which must be firmly attached to the wall, floor lamps are installed with one movement of the hand. Installed and worth it. The only condition is an outlet. Although now many floor lamps are made without wires at all, on batteries.
3. Zoning. With the help of a floor lamp it is very convenient and profitable to divide a room into zones. As a rule, it is the part where this lamp is located that is intended for relaxation. Most often, a floor lamp is installed near a sofa or armchair, where you can comfortably sit with a book or just take a nap after work.
4. Interior. Such an element can become a highlight in a residential or work space. If the store did not find a suitablefloor lamp models, it can be made to order or even by yourself. There are many videos with life hacks on the Internet, where they show how to quickly and easily decorate or even create an exclusive lampshade or tripod from improvised means.
5. Minimalism. To install such a lamp, you do not need to select a table, cabinet, table or other supports. Rather, on the contrary, the floor lamp itself can serve as the very shelf, bedside table or table where you can put a cup of tea or a book. The main thing is to choose a lamp where the tripod will be decorated in this style.

Types of floor lamps

There are several varieties, which are also divided into subspecies according to the design style. If we talk about the general classification, then this:

• floor lamps;
• floor lamps-sconces;
• table floor lamps.

Outdoor are made on one leg or tripod. It can also be a curved arc.

Floor lamps-sconces are lamps that are mounted on the wall.

The desktop version has a short base or leg. It is also installed on shelves and bedside tables. They are often confused with table lamps. However, there is one significant difference between them. Lamps give a stream of light in one direction, although it can be adjusted to direct it to the desired area. A floor lamp is designed to supply diffused light that does not blind the eyes. On the contrary, it helps them take a break from the brighter main lighting.

Installation location

It's not enough just to buy a floor lamp, it still needs to be installed correctly. Usually, if thisfloor view, then it is installed somewhere in the corner, near the sofa or armchair, thus highlighting a special area for relaxation.

Wall sconces most often find their place above the bed so you can read before bed or leave it on for soft lighting.

Desktop can also be installed in the bedroom, on the sides of the bed, if there are bedside tables. Or on a table in the hall to create coziness and symmetry in the interior.

Types of lampshades

Not only the legs and shapes make a variety. The lampshades themselves can also be very different. The material for them can serve:

• plastic;
• fabric;
• glass;
• metal;
• paper;
• ceramics.

In addition to the main material, there are various finishing elements: fringe, stones, forged patterns, etc.

Selection and styles of floor lamps

It is necessary to select depending on the interior of the room.

Minimalism involves choosing a classic floor lamp. Usually this is a lamp with a long stem or a curved arc that does not tolerate unnecessary decorative elements. The lampshade is made of metal, glass or completely absent. Also, LED floor lamps will look great in this style. Moreover, they consume very little energy.

If this is Provence, country or eco style, then floor lamps with fabric lampshades in light shades and legs made of natural materials are suitable here. For example, from wood.

Glamorous interior or neo-baroque will only tolerate luxury. These are velvet, satin, crystal, etc.

And high-tech loves futuristic shapes, chrome or metal legs on a flat stand.

When choosing floor lamps for your home, you need to take into account the color and style in which both the room and the floor lamp are made. Combining both of these conditions, you can achieve the perfect interior and comfort for yourself and your household.