Adjustable Arms or Heads
Flexibility is crucial for a reading lamp. Lamps with adjustable arms or heads allow you to direct light exactly where you need it, reducing shadows and ensuring a focused beam for reading.
Consider lights with flexible swan necks and shielded diffusers to direct beam angles away from the eyes. This is especially useful for shared spaces like bedrooms where lighting requirements might vary.
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Colour Temperature
Lighting that mimics natural light, with a warm tone, is easier on the eyes. Lamps with soft, warm-toned light help to reduce eye strain, especially during extended reading sessions.
Cooler lights may be too harsh and can create discomfort over time. Choose bulbs with a temperature (Kelvin) of 2700K to 3000K for soft, warm white light that is cool enough for reading, but warm enough to feel warm and cosy, especially as bedside lighting for night time readers.
For more information, see our guide:
Everything You Need to Know About Bulbs
