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 The table lamp can serve as a decorative and working function in the house. In the first case, it is acquired so that it becomes a beautiful part of the interior, and then the technical characteristics are not given special importance. It is not uncommon for manufacturers to produce whole series of lamps - ceiling, wall, floor, table - with a similar design. By purchasing such a unique set, decorated in the same style, you get the desired decorative effect.
In general, the size of a decorative table lamp should be in harmony with the parameters of the furniture in this room. It should not look too cumbersome or miniature against the background of the overall interior. The style of such a lamp can be very diverse, as they say, a matter of taste, but again it is important that it coincides with the general character of the interior. In the evening, a decorative lamp is usually turned on to create a pleasant and calm atmosphere in the room, conducive to complete relaxation.
When choosing a working table lamp, things like practicality and functionality come first. Below we will analyze some points and parameters that you should know about if you want to buy a good table lamp.
First of all, when choosing a table lamp, it is important to remember that in case of poor-quality lighting of the workspace, it does not matter if we are talking about an office or a student's desk, the load on vision increases significantly, which leads to increased fatigue, and in the future it can cause vision problems. Therefore, it is desirable that the purchased table lamp has a variety of functions and adjustments.
Regarding brightness, ophthalmologists recommend using 40-60 watt bulbs for table lighting. It is well known that light reflects well from white paper, so if the light is too bright, your eyes will quickly get tired. At the same time, whatever the light intensity of the lamp, it is advisable to select its color exclusively white.
According to the advice of doctors, it is better if the table lamp shines not directly, but with more diffused light. To do this, you can take a lamp whose lampshade has a non-cylindrical shape, that is, it will be a conical or spherical shade. Then, in the light flux, most of the rays will be reflected by the inner part of the lampshade. A good choice is a halogen table lamp, which burns with the softest and most diffused light. The lamp shade should not be very bright in color, it is best to choose shades of green. The material from which the lampshade is made is also important. So, plastic can begin to melt if the bulbs are too close to the walls of the lampshade, and the metal will quickly heat up. Ideally, it is better to use a glass lampshade.
Many modern table lamps come with a power regulator, and it is these lighting fixtures that should be preferred. The height of the lamp above the table top is recommended at a level of 30-45 cm. If there is a personal computer at the workplace, the lamp should be higher than the top line of the monitor. For ergonomics, the lighting should fall from the left side (but for left-handers on the right!). The size of the lamp and the length of the cord must be selected to provide adequate illumination of the workspace.
If you intend to install the table lamp next to a sofa or armchair, it is important to ensure that the lower part of the lampshade is at eye level of the person seated. In this case, give preference to a lamp with the ability to adjust the angle and height, it will be a lamp with hinges or a flexible leg. The leg version looks better as the hinges can quickly fail with frequent use.
Lamps with a heavier base are more stable but more expensive. The base surface of such a table lamp must be matte, otherwise distracting and unnecessary glare will be reflected from the glossy coating.
According to the light source, table lamps can be of three types - with filament lamps, fluorescent or halogen lamps. The most common incandescent bulbs are cheaper in price, but they consume much more energy. Halogen lamps are more expensive, but they have a longer service life and a natural radiation spectrum. Fluorescent lamps have a higher luminous efficiency and last many times longer than incandescent lamps. In addition, they have the smallest energy capacity.
If possible, it is best to go to a specialized store to buy a table lamp. The choice there, as a rule, is greater, and the sales assistant will be able to advise the best option that will take into account your individual requests.
Miklyaev D.A.
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