How tall should my floor lamp be?
Ideally, the bottom of the lamp shade should be at or above eye level for a seated person, so most floor lamps are around 1-1.8m high excluding the shade which can add another 40cm or so to the overall height.Where is the best place to put a floor lamp?
Floor lamps provide both ambient and task lighting so are useful in any room in your home. Because they are plugged in, they can be easily moved wherever you need additional light. With a mix of vintage, modern and unusual styles to choose from, they will also add to the design element of a room. Common places to put a floor lamp are; next to a sofa or armchair, next to an entryway or console table and in a bedroom.What type of floor lamp gives the most light?
If you need general lighting, a standing lamp with a light-coloured, fine fabric shade like cotton or linen gives the most light as some of it will escape through the shade as well as from the top and bottom. The darker or thicker the shade fabric, the less light will escape from it. Reading lamps or directional floor lamps are the best choice if you need light to work by as they give a more focussed beam.