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Updated onApr. 25, 2022
Best Floor Lamps
One common risk factor for falls among seniors is poor lighting. It’s inevitable that as we get older our eyesight diminishes. Be it near-sighted or far-sighted -ness, we just don’t see things as clearly as we used to and shadows give way to increased tripping hazards. Floor lamps are an easy and simple way to increase the style and illumination in any room, which, for seniors, creates a safer space.
With so many lamps available, it can be a bit daunting to determine which best meets your needs. We’ve worked to make this convenient for you. Here are nine of the best floor lamps for aging in place.
How We Found the Best Floor Lamps
37 Products Considered
14 Hours of Research
9 Products Reviewed
3 Top Picks
Table of Contents
Floor Lamps We Reviewed:
- Brightech Montage LED Floor Lamp
- Adesso Middleton Floor Lamp
- AntLux Dimmable LED Torchiere Floor Lamp
- Light Accents Floor Lamp 3-Light Tree Style Standing Lamp
- Joly Joy LED Modern Floor Lamp
- Cal Lighting Adjustable Height Pharmacy Floor Lamp
- Kenroy Home Modern Brushed Steel Floor Lamp
- Kenroy Home Riverside Swing Arm Floor Lamp
- Daylight24 LED Illuminated Floor Lamp
Features and Specifications
- Traditional Floor Lamp for Living Room & Bedroom: The Brightech Montage is a tall lamp with a look that fits all sorts of living room décor, from modern or industrial to traditional, including farmhouse and mid-century modern. The unique style of the…
- Excellent LED Lighting: As living room décor, the Montage floor lamp will fit near a couch to overhang and offer light when reading. Or use the standing lamp’s warm white upright light, at 3,000K, to create an accent light in offices or other parts of…
- Energy-Saving & Long-Lasting Floor Lamps: This Brightech standing lamp comes with a robust LED bulb that lasts 20,000 hours. This creates brilliant illumination for up to 20 years when the lamp is on for about 3 hours each day. There’s no need to…
- Smart Device Compatible: The Brightech standing lamp is compatible with smart outlets. Use your smart device to turn the tall lamp on or off. This requires the use of a smart outlet which can be purchased separately. The floor lamp is thin and makes a…
- Brightech’s 3-Year Product Warranty: We proudly stand behind this standing lamp and all other products we offer. Our 3-year warranty will give you peace of mind knowing you are choosing a quality floor lamp. If there are defects within 3 years of the…
Pros
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It features a 3,000K white and warm light
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The LED bulbs limit heat production and are eco-friendly.
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The bulb that comes with the lamp lasts for an average of 20 years
Cons
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The lamp is a little top heavy
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Some issues of assembly with the poles threads aligning up
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Bulb can run warm and bright
The beauty of the Brightech Montage – Bedroom and Living Room LED Floor Lamp is the on/off foot pedal operation. This pedal is part of the cord so the lamp avoids buttons and switches at the top of the unit which can easily break. This lamp is lightweight and relatively easy to assemble, although some people have had problems with the threads not lining up when screwing the poles together.
At just over five feet tall, you can place it behind or next to any bed or chair, just remember that the on/off switch is on the floor, so you don’t want to place it too far behind something. The weighted base ensures that it remains stable.
The LED bulb is long-lasting and saves on energy, and shines downward more than up, perfect for lighting up those pesky shadowed areas and ideal for reading. An added feature is that the Brightech Montage is compatible with Alexa and other smart outlets, increasing the ease of use. To use this feature, you will need a smart outlet.
Our Verdict
This lamp has a classic design, it is Alexa compatible, it is versatile, and the LED bulb lasts for 20 years.
Features and Specifications
- Practical Lighting Option: functional decor piece with dual accent purpose. Ideal for contemporary and oriental themed spaces. Floor lamp with storage shelves. One bulb lamp. Compatible with 150W incandescent bulb or equivalent CFL
- Multipurpose Home Decor Accessory: display unit with mesh design lampshade on top. Show case beautiful memories, souvenirs, or your favorite books for easy access. Lamp dimensions 63″ H x 10.25″ square and shade dimensions 15″ H, 10.25″ square
- Versatile Design: black finish. Made with high quality MDF. Perfect for gifting as house warming gift to family and friends. Space between shelves is 15.5 inches. Durable Adesso lighting equipment. Corrosion-resistant and scratch-proof
- Easy to install: convenient handling. Adesso Light fixture with generous illumination. Compact structure. Perfect for small apartments. Ideal decor option for living room, bedroom, study, or dorms. Features black cord and pull chain on/off switch
- Care Tip: Adesso floor lamp requires minimal care. Clean with mild cleaners. Do not use harsh chemical based cleaners. Use feather duster every day. Locate in dry areas only. Wipe with damp cloth
Pros
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You can use LED bulbs for greater energy efficiency
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The lamp is easy to assemble
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It is lightweight and easy to move around
Cons
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The shade might be poor quality
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Because it is lightweight can easily tip
The Adesso Middleton Floor Lamp is a functional option to add both extra storage and illumination to any room. This multipurpose lamp is compatible with multiple bulb types, including a CFL, incandescent, or an LED. Only one bulb is necessary.
There are two shelves, but since the bottom has a base, this can serve as a third shelf. Because of its lightweight design, we recommend placing something heavy on the bottom shelf to help keep it stable. Each shelf is wide enough to hold a beverage, remote control, phone and/or book.
Turn the lamp on or off using the pull chain and black cord. The narrow size allows you to place it just about anywhere. Keep it clean with a soft and damp cloth.
We recommend the Adesso Middleton Floor Lamp for seniors who need a little extra illumination, but not necessarily for reading. It will lighten up hallways and the corners of rooms, but not be too overpowering.
Our Verdict
This lamp is multipurpose, practical, and offers shelving for storage.
Best Torch Lamp
Pros
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Operate the lamp with a remote for added convenience
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Multiple illumination options
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Very bright light
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It is simple to assemble
Cons
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It may take time to learn the different features
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The IR sensor may be affected by other remotes used in the house using the same frequency
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Buttons on the lamp are black and nearly flush, hard to see in the dark
While the AntLux Dimmable LED Torchiere Floor Lamp is a fun and functional lamp, the thing we like best about it for seniors is its remote control, meaning you can adjust the brightness and the angle without having to get up.
The illumination is very bright—ideal for lighting up a whole room and perfect for reading—but the dimming option allows you to fully choose your level of brightness. A unique feature is the actual head of the lamp, which is tiltable to a 90°degree angle, allowing you to light up any corner of the room. The fun factor is you can choose from various shades of white to a variety of colors, depending on the atmosphere you wish to set. All of the colors are dimmable as well.
This energy-saving lamp uses LED bulbs, offering up to 30,000 hours of life. But as mentioned, it lands on our list for seniors because of the remote control, which is 360° degrees operational and omnidirectional. It has two touch-control buttons for convenience and you can use it from up to 25 feet away.
Our Verdict
This lamp is dimmable, color changing, adjustable, and features a remote.
Features and Specifications
- Metal floor lamp with white frosted plastic shades: this 3-light design features a sleek and stylish black finish. this standing lamp makes a great living room light
- This Modern Pole Lamp Features Three Adjustable Independently Controllable Reading Lights: Easily Position light where you need it. Looking for floor lamps for bedrooms this is a great choice.
- An on-off rotary switch on each head: allowing you to illuminate your space fully, or focus on the area of your choice. If you like tree floor lamps This give you the style and functionality
- This 3 shade floor lamp uses 3 x 40-watt type incandescent bulbs. we recommend using a 10 watt led filament bulb for bright light and cool to the touch function.
- Dimensions: 13 inches wide by 66 inches tall – looking for tall lamps for living room this corner lamp is perfect. if you are looking for living room lamps this is a great choice.
Pros
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It has three adjustable bulbs
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Choice of one, two, or all three lights on at a time
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The lights rotate 360 degrees
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It is easy to assemble
Cons
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It may require extra weight on the base for optimal stability
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Power knob sometimes turns too quickly, either skipping modes or not change at all
The Light Accents Floor Lamp 3-Light Tree Style Standing Lamp is ideal for seniors to chase away the shadows, light up the corners of a room, and offers the perfect amount of light for reading. The lamp has three individual lights and are easy to adjust; the lights tilt at 90 degrees and rotate 360 degrees. Face all the lights on one thing or spread them out for significant lighting flexibility.
Its small base and narrow body make it easy to place this lamp anywhere in your home. The plastic shades do not get overly hot, ensuring safety. This lamp is also lightweight, so it’s not difficult for seniors to move around and adjust its placement as they need to.
The three light options allows for one, two, or all three lights on at any given time, which you can vary depending on if you’re just sitting reading versus having family and friends over. Having these options just add to the sense of independence while aging in place.
As always, you can use either incandescent or LED bulbs, giving you a choice, but of course, when using the LED bulbs, the lamp provides greater energy efficiency.
Our Verdict
This lamp has adjustable shades so that you can change the direction of the light.
Features and Specifications
- Stylish Decorate & Soft Illumination: The metal base and grit finish arm are accented with full black finish, add a contemporary touch to your decor. Producing a soft and cozy ambient lighting and elegant style sunlight floor lamps for living room, study,…
- Dual Operation Modes–Touch or Remote Control. Let you enjoy the right mood for every occasion after a simple touch with speed and convenience(with a 33ft/10m range). The bright standing lamp offers 5 Brightness Settings & 4 Color Temperatures up to 800…
- 360 Degree Adjustable: With a flexible aluminium gooseneck, the arm can swivel 360 degrees, making it easier to aim light where it’s most needed. The gooseneck designed with robust material to last for years!
- Heavy Base Ensures Stability: The floor lamp is tall and thin, stands on its own with a heavier base that keeps it stable and won’t tip over easily. Meanwhile, thanks to the simple design you can move it easily and conveniently so that suitable for…
- 100% Satisfaction service – the black floor lamp comes with 12-month service! We always stand behind our products, if any issues please feel free to email us. Our Customer Service are very pleasure to assist you to resolve any problems until your 100%…
Pros
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It has optimal stability due to the heavy base
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The arm swivels a full 360 degrees
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There are five brightness settings
Cons
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The remote may malfunction prematurely
Another lamp with a remote control—that also works by touch—the Joly Joy LED Modern Floor Lamp provides sufficient ambient and task light for any room. What we like most about this lamp is its flexible gooseneck which allows you to aim the light in any direction. In addition there are five brightness settings and four varying shades of white light. These options allow you to adapt your light depending on if you’re on the computer, having a cup of tea, reading, or watching TV.
It features dual operation modes, allowing you to operate it with a remote control or touch. The gooseneck offers a full 360 degree illumination and the range is quoted as up to 33 feet, so you should be able to use the Joly Joy Modern Floor Lamp in rooms of all sizes and still fit proper illumination for any task.
The base has adequate weight, making sure that the lamp is stable on any floor surface, including carpeting. The thin base makes it simple to place this lamp even in small spaces and ensures greater safety in your space.
Our Verdict
This lamp is adjustable and operates via a remote, making it ideal for numerous tasks.
Features and Specifications
- TRANSITIONAL STYLE AND FUNCTIONAL: This 100-Watt Pharmacy Floor Lamp in Dark Bronze Finish from the pharmacy collection, offers a mix of traditional and contemporary look to achieve the simple yet sophisticated look in any room. Easy to match with other…
- DURABLE METAL CONSTRUCTION: Sturdy design keeps floor lamp steady withstanding head and pole adjustments.
- ADUSTABLE DESIGN: Pole can be adjusted to desired height to cater to different lighting needs with lowest height as 42-Inch and tallest as 57. 5-Inch. The head can turn to 90 degrees in both directions of the room as desired.
- BULB REQUIREMENTS: Accommodates E26 150-Watt bulb.
- AFTER-SALE : Cal lighting warrants that its products will be free from defects in material and workmanship for a period of one year.
Pros
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The height is adjustable
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It is easy to use
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The bulbs quickly screw into the lamp
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Heavy base for stability
Cons
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It might be difficult to assemble
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No assembly instructions
We recommend the Cal Lighting Adjustable Height Pharmacy Floor Lamp for seniors looking for a lamp that can be both short, to sit beside an easy chair or couch, and tall, to illuminate an area of the room. A versatile and stylish lamp, it features a two-piece pole which you can adjust the height of to best suit your needs.
The height is adjusted with the turn of a knob; once you achieve the desired height, tighten the knob to lock it into place. The lamp head provides ideal task lighting and can move from side to side. The light turns on with a simple chain that you pull and the base is heavy enough that the lamp remains stable when you pull the chain.
Inside the lamp, there is a heat shield to prevent bulb burns. This feature also prevents the light from putting off too much heat when it is in use. The CFL bulbs this lamp uses are energy-efficient.
Whether you want this lamp to remain in one place and utilize its adjustable height, or move it around from room to room depending on your needs, the Cal Lighting Adjustable Height Pharmacy Floor Lamp is a solid, safe choice for seniors who need better illumination.
Our Verdict
This lamp is adjustable, bright, and quickly turns on and off.
Features and Specifications
- Modern Floor Lamp: The elegant indoor floor lamp with a brushed steel finish and a white linen shade adds the perfect rustic accent to your home decor
- Ambient Lighting Profile: This standing lamp has 2-bulb lighting for illuminating rooms, vanity, doorways, pathways, bathrooms, hallways, stairwells and; requires 100-Watt bulb
- Dimensions: This tall floor lamp is 59.5 inches in height with a 17-inch diameter shade
- Easy Installation: Easy-to-read, step-by-step guide provides clear instructions for setting up your new light pendant
- Transforming Homes and Lifestyles: Rewriting the rules, challenging the status quo, and reimagining a new model of home décor that brings together the perfect balance of form, function, and inspiration under one company, one roof, one Kenroy Home
Pros
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UL Listed certification
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It features a dual pull chain
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It is easy to assemble and comes with clear instructions
Cons
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Bulb socket might sit too low
The Kenroy Modern Brushed Steel Floor Lamp offers a traditional, or ‘retro’, feel and features a clean white linen shade and dual pull chains for customizable light levels, allowing for two levels of brightness. This characteristic makes it possible to see faster, providing a safer and more efficient space. The chains hang below the shade, making them easy to reach and operate.
There is double the light output since the lamp uses two bulbs. These function independently, so you can just turn on one bulb if basic light is needed, both bulbs if extra illumination is required. You can use LED bulbs for greater energy efficiency.
The base is small, but sturdy, making it easy to place anywhere in the room. The lamp itself is five feet tall, allowing for both task and ambient lighting capabilities. The shade is a clean white color, so it does not obstruct the light the lamp emits, and it does not darken it.
Our Verdict
Kenroy’s Modern floor lamp maintains a familiar design but with the ability to choose your desire light level.
Features and Specifications
- Traditional swing arm floor lamp combines modern function with timeless style
- Warm copper bronze finish creates an inviting, traditional look
- Oatmeal tapered drum shade creates a gentle, room-filling glow – perfect for use as a reading light
- Fully adjustable swing arm reaches 24 inches, allowing you to place the lighting element wherever you need it
- 59-inch height and swing arm function makes this floor lamp perfect for placement behind furniture or beside any sofa, loveseat, accent chair or desk
Pros
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UL Listed certification
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Up to 10 inches for the arm swing
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Durable steel base and stand
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It uses a three-way bulb
Cons
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The paint may chip prematurely
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It might be hard to assemble
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Light bulb can wobble in its housing
Ideal as a bedside, couch, or recliner lamp, the Kenroy Home Riverside Swing Arm Floor Lamp features a swing arm design allowing you to extend the light closer when needed. It is easy to direct the light to where you need it by adjusting the arm. You can pull the arm in to conserve space or push it out to allow for proper task lighting.
The thinness of the base makes it easy to place this lamp in small rooms and the round base provides the stability it needs. You can tuck it behind furniture and just swing the light over when you need it.
There are several bulb options that you can choose from, making it possible to use the type you prefer most. The socket switch is a three-way style—giving you options of brightness—but it still turns off and on quickly.
We added the Kenroy Home Riverside Swing Arm Floor Lamp to our lamp picks for seniors because of its slim, classic design—thus its versatility—and the handiness of the swinging arm.
Our Verdict
This design improves on the traditional lamp design with a swiveling arm for even more customization.
Features and Specifications
- Large 8-Inch x 10-Inch 3 times magnification shade with built in LEDs for enhanced reading or craft work
- Energy efficient LED bulbs with easily accessible push on/off switch; Measures 57 Inches in height
- Convenient handle on shade to direct light where needed
- Heat output cooler than incandescent and LED lamps providing safer light
Pros
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This lamp is energy efficient
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It is easy to direct light on what you are looking at
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Limited heat output for optimal comfort and safety
Cons
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May provide uneven magnification
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It might not be flexible enough
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May become unbalanced depending on where the head is placed
We recommend the Daylight24 Full Page Magnifier LED Illuminated Floor Lamp for seniors who enjoy doing crafts, table puzzles, need a little extra help when reading, and other similar activities. The magnification shade is ample, allowing you to read full pages and significant newspaper sections without constantly having to adjust.
It’s ideal for attention-to-detail crafts like knitting, cross-stitch, or simple sewing projects, as well as determining the right puzzle pieces where needed. And because the head has an adjustable gooseneck, you can readjust the lamp to where you need to see something, rather than trying to contort yourself closer to your project.
The LED bulbs ensure optimal energy efficiency and the bulbs last, so there is no need for frequent bulb changes to keep using the lamp. The light easily switches off and on with one finger. The adapter makes it easy to get power to the lamp anywhere for convenience.
The shade has a handle, so you can conveniently and quickly move the light to where you need it. This lamp is safe since there is limited heat output. This feature is important because it means the likelihood of a bulb burn is very low.
Our Verdict
This lamp has great utility besides just lighting with its magnification shade.
What to Consider When Buying a Floor Lamp
After learning about a variety of floor lamps, it is time to explore the different features and characteristics. Knowing more about what these lamps can offer makes it easier for you to make the right decision.
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Ambient Lighting
Ambient lighting describes a room’s primary lighting source. It provides a greater sense of depth and warmth in a room. There are three types of floor lamps that are best for ambient lighting:
- Shaded floor lamps cast light in multiple directions throughout the room
- Arc floor lamps have an arcing arm and either numerous lights or just one
- Torchiere floor lamps light a whole room without glare due to directing light up toward the ceiling
Task Lighting
Task lighting describes lighting that helps you to see better when trying to accomplish a particular activity. There are three types of floor lamps that are ideal for task lighting:
- Tree lamps offering to light in multiple directions and you can focus them
- Pharmacy lamps have an adjustable base and lamp head
- Swing arm lamp allows you to adjust the light position
Lamp Features
These lamps may come with different features which can expand upon how you use them:
- Double pulls chains allow for two levels of light without the lamp needing a dimmer
- Shelves and tables on the lamps provide additional storage space
- USB capabilities offers a place to charge small devices without an extra electrical socket
- Built-in dimmers allow you to customize the light level
- Adjustability makes it possible to change the height of the lamp as necessary
Illumination Facts
It is vital that your lamp provides sufficient illumination, so knowing some facts about this is beneficial. Lumens determine overall brightness. For brighter lights, you want higher lumens.
Kelvin, or color temperature, tells you how cool the light will be, and the cooler it is, the bluer it appears. Lights are cooler as the Kelvins increase.
There are also different bulbs that you want to learn about:
- CFL: This type of bulb uses energy with moderate efficiency, and it tends to last longer compared to incandescent bulbs. They quickly achieve full brightness since it only takes seconds for them to warm up.
- Fluorescent: This type of bulb is relatively common because it does not give off heat and it can be very bright. However, these bulbs are prone to flickering at times.
- Incandescent: This bulb type is ideal for DC or AC. While versatile, their overall energy efficiency is low.
- Halogen: These bulbs are not common in lamps and tend to get hot quickly.
- LED: This type disperses light efficiently and offers a warmer and softer glow. However, it is not a good choice for ambient lighting since it tends to be mostly directional in how it throws off light.
Lamp Maintenance
Make sure the lamp you choose is low maintenance. In general, the following is desirable:
- The lamp only needs dusting every six to 12 months
- You have to replace the bulb twice or less per year
This extensive information regarding floor lamps allows you to make the best choice. Consider this information and the lamp options to find the one that best complements your needs and decorative style.
Summary
When it comes to selecting a floor lamp, take into consideration the area you wish to place it, as well as your needs and lighting expectations. Depending on the weight of the lamp head, whether you’ll be placing it on carpeting versus hardwood is also a factor to keep in mind. The main function of a floor lamp is illumination; sometimes you’ll want full brightness and other times you’ll want the light dimmed or on a lower level. For seniors who have trouble getting up and moving around, a remote control may be a necessity and will be worth the investment. Feeling safe and secure with the lighting in your home adds to your sense of independence and adds to the success of aging in place for you.