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When choosing things for the house, a person always thinks about how well they will fit into the general surroundings. Decorating a house does not have to be entrusted to someone from a specialist - people with a creative touch could always furnish their own home. This applies not only to objects of aesthetic purpose, but also to lighting at home.

Getting to know the floor lamp

The name of this piece of household lighting comes from the French language, where it means "torch". What is a long leg that fits directly on the floor of the room. What is an invention of home furnishings can become an object of decor, you can immediately understand by looking at it: the lamp is located high above the floor, most often of average human height. This height and placement can play well in the decor process.

Pros of a floor lamp:

does not require drilling of walls, ceilings, floors for cable laying;
can be easily put and carried from place to place;
installed on the floor - no need to select a table or bedside table for it;
d An decorative, diluting look.

Cons of using:

it is necessary to choose a free, uncluttered place in the room for installation;
the place should be near the power outlet.

Variety of species

What are the differences between floor lamps? What can you think of for a tall floor lamp that distinguishes it from another similar one? These luminaires boast great differences in their designs:

the number of lamps - from one or more;
the shape of the plafond - a cone, a sphere, a hemisphere, without a plafond, a cylinder, a barrel, a lampshade - for a floor lamp this is already a big modification;
colors of the plafond and base;
activation methods - floor lever, rope or on a wire;
lamp shape - a floor lamp with a table, curved, straight, in the form of a high candelabra for candles, etc.

Do not forget when choosing a floor lamp that such a miracle of decor requires an appropriate style around. For example, the placement of a baroque floor lamp with an openwork pompous plafond trim in a minimalist-style room does not at all correspond to any level of decorative taste.

Successful placement

Free space in the house and a great desire to purchase a beautiful decorative lamp are not all reasons for purchasing a floor lamp. What is a floor lamp, we have already discussed in some detail above. What should you look for when buying it?

A floor lamp needs space, not only to place it on the floor, but also to avoid cluttering it with other household items that should not be around the floor lamp, otherwise the lamp will be lost in the interior behind the same chair, vase or table.

According to the rules of decoration, experts do not recommend using a floor lamp in kitchens, narrow corridors, that is, wherever they can interfere or turn out to be more useless in the lighting function than vice versa. The best room for placing a floor lamp will be the entrance hall, living room and dressing room.
The presence of a large number of lighting equipment in a room, which will overload its interior when adding a floor lamp, is also a sign of the uselessness of its use.

Americans see floor lamps as the main alternative to chandeliers. Perhaps there are good reasons for this. Modern floor lamps are able to generate general light in the room and, at the same time, be responsible for local local lighting.

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The floor lamp is a unique lamp. It can be an alternative to a chandelier and even ... a street lamp.

Definition

The word "floor lamp" came to us from the French language - torche means "torch". Floor lamps really resemble a torch: a long leg topped with a diffuser lampshade. Since floor lamps do not require complex installation and wall chasing, but simply plug into an outlet, they can be moved from place to place from time to time, depending on the current tasks. According to the classification, floor lamps are portable floor lamps of directed, diffused or reflected light. They perform various functions in the home.

Fully "Insulated" floor lamps

Models whose bulbs are completely and completely hidden from the eyes by the diffuser, form a soft glow, which is suitable for a coffee area or bedroom.

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The fully enclosed lampshade provides an even, diffused light.

Directional floor lamps usually have a small head that can be adjusted to direct the light source to a specific location. It is convenient to place such floor lamps in the sofa area to read in their light. The head of a directional light floor lamp can be oriented towards pictures hanging on the walls, or thus other decorative items can be illuminated.

Photo: Belux DIOGENES model, designed by King & Miranda.

Open bottom / top

For floor lamp models, the diffuser of which is closed at the bottom (open at the top), a directed beam of light falls on the ceiling and walls and is reflected from these surfaces. As a result, the space is filled with the most comfortable light for the eyes - reflected. These luminaires are perfect for shaping general lighting in any room, as an alternative to ceiling models. Floor lamps, the flow of light of which is directed downwards, on the contrary, create a cozy, intimate atmosphere. They make the room visually smaller, and therefore are suitable for rooms with a huge ceiling height.

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A directional floor lamp should be aimed at a wall or ceiling for indirect lighting.

Combined toshers

Photo: model BLOSSOM from Belux.

Two in one. There are combined models of a different type - with several lampshades. For example, the upper head of the lamp is "responsible" for uniform diffused or reflected light, while the lower, movable, is located at the shoulder level of a person sitting in a chair, replacing the directional light of a table lamp.

All variety of floor lamps according to their function and outward appearance can be conditionally divided into several groups:

Classic floor lamps. Their design consists of a straight rod-holder, which is attached to a square or round base, there is one diffuser (lampshade) on top.

A classic (otherwise traditional) floor lamp is static, that is, none of the elements moves. The production uses metal, wood, natural stone, crystal, glass and other materials.

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By classic we mean not so much models in one of the historical styles. How many floor lamps of the usual shape "lampshade on a high leg."

Similar lamps - floor lamps are produced for both classic and modern interiors. They serve, as a rule, for local illumination of the "soft" zone near the sofa or armchair. Sometimes they are installed as an alternative to a bedside lamp.

Art lamps. A new trend is to use everything gigantic in interior design. How do you like, for example, a life-size horse-shaped floor lamp? Such a sculpture looks more like an art object than a floor lamp - a functional lamp.

Photo: Horse Lamp by Moooi.

Decorative "figurines". The diffuser of such floor lamps completely covers the fittings and light bulbs - a luminous "vessel" is obtained.

Decorative lamps are used rather to create a certain atmosphere, which means that designers offer many interesting solutions: diffusers of the most unusual shapes, bright colors, made of unexpected materials: crumpled silk or, say, rubber bands.

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Such decorative lamps certainly attract increased attention.

Photo: SNODO-01 lamp from Belux.

Office floor lamps. Austere products, shiny metallic chrome. Office and office floor lamps (floor lamps) are most often made in high-tech style. The devices are extremely functional and laconic. They often use "advanced" types of lamps, which, unlike incandescent lamps, save energy and increase the life of the appliance. For example, bright LEDs.

Working lamps - in essence, they are analogs of table lamps, but of a greater height. The fittings have several folds, the head is often movable, the lampshades (one or more) are small and, as a rule, metal. This design makes it possible to direct a sufficiently bright light flux to a certain point (book, table).

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In the study, floor lamps are also appropriate: it is only important to choose concise models.

Interior tricks. With the help of lamp floor lamps, you can increase the size of the room. How? Just place a floor lamp in the corner and shine the light towards the ceiling. Accordingly, the models, the light of which pours down, on the contrary, visually "lower" the ceiling, make the room smaller - make it more intimate and more comfortable. The latter solution is especially recommended for the bedroom. And if you place a floor lamp against the far wall of an elongated room, its shape will seem more correct.

Photo: XXL model from Flos factory.

Design features

The floor lamp stands on its own base, so when purchasing it is important to make sure that it is stable enough and will not fall if you accidentally hit it. The ideal floor lamp is a floor lamp that is heavy - it is not supposed to be moved frequently.

Convenient floor lamps with a long leg and hinges, without external springs and threaded clamps. Their design allows you to quickly and easily position the light source at the desired angle.

The ability to adjust the brightness of the light (thanks to a dimmer switch) in modern models will quickly create an environment that is comfortable for the eyes.

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Not only the design of the floor lamp is important, but also the characteristics of the light bulb. Some give a wide spot of light, others hit with a narrow directional beam.

Five. Traditionally, when the word "floor lamp" is used, we imagine a lamp with one, at most two heads (one is fixed, the other is adjustable). But this does not mean at all that there are no lamps for a larger number of lamps. An example for five rounds in front of you!

Photo: Wa Wa model from Catellani & Smith factory.

Light bulbs

If you plan on using a floor lamp for reading, make sure it has a large dispersion angle so the space you need will be well lit. Also pay attention to the power of the lamps - it must be at least 100 W (when it comes to incandescent lamps). Many inexpensive luminaires have a single socket, the recommended maximum lamp wattage in which should not exceed 60 watts. This is not enough! We'll have to replace incandescent lamps with halogens or low-power KKLs (with all the ensuing disadvantages). It is better to choose a more expensive model that allows you to use a high-power light bulb (and, ideally, several lamps that turn on either together or separately).

Advantages of floor lamps:

wide range of applications: for local and general lighting in almost all rooms. Several floor lamps can be connected to a central pushbutton and used as an alternative to a chandelier located in the center of the room. This will save energy by lighting only Right place in the room;
the floor lamp does not require installation (how), laying hidden electrical wiring inside the walls - you just need to plug the plug into the socket. To install it, you do not need pieces of furniture (as is the case with a table lamp) - a flat area of the floor is enough;
using a floor lamp, you can quickly and easily correct the lighting in the room: add light somewhere, redirect the "ray of attention" somewhere;
some models allow you to direct the stream of light to the desired location.

Pay attention to the interesting device of the Jones lamp shade from the Serien factory (pictured): to change the color shade, it is enough to use removable orange / yellow / blue color inserts. Also, this floor lamp allows you to change the direction of the light flux.

Disadvantages of floor lamps:

unaesthetic wires. Unfortunately, there is nowhere to hide the floor lamp cable, and it will always lie on the floor (unless you set aside a permanent place for the lamp and place the wire in the cable channel);
The floor lamp is potentially dangerous for small children who are attracted by the cord with the switch. Pulling sharply on it, they can drop the lamp and get injured.

Floor luminaires (floor lamps) represent a special group of lighting devices that do not require installation, are provided for the installation of lamps of different types (with a filament, fluorescent or LED light source). In addition, there are many designs with certain design features, for example, designs with a dimmer, magazine rack (small table), unusual design designs, with the ability to change the direction of the luminous flux, and others.

What functions do

Floor lamps, depending on the version, can be used when organizing the main and local lighting. This takes into account the power and type of lamp. For example, an LED light source is characterized by a directional glow, while fluorescent counterparts and a variant with an incandescent filament create diffused lighting.

In addition, floor lamps are effective in organizing functional and decorative lighting. In the first case, the floor lamp is used for reading surfaces. The designs that are used as decor (design) are distinguished by an interesting and unusual design, a low luminous flux intensity.

Main varieties

Floor lamps (on a long pole with a compact diffuser) are available in two versions for their intended purpose: outdoor and floor (for indoor use). The first option is distinguished by heavier structural elements: massive support, reliable fastening. Forged outdoor floor lamps are the most popular solution.

A kind of open execution

Floor versions are more graceful and portable. In addition, this type of lighting fixtures and table lamps are similar in design, the main difference between them is the length of the support.

Floor-standing versions are presented in different options, which differ in design:

With an insulated lamp, a closed-type diffuser is used. Such devices provide uniform, soft illumination. Accordingly, it is better to install them in the bedroom or use them as a decorative element, since floor lamps of this type are not suitable for reading.
Open versions (top, bottom). These devices and table lamps are often equipped with the same type of lampshades (in the form of a cylinder or a truncated cone) - these are products in the "classic" style. Luminaires of similar designs provide a diffused light flux directed upward and downward. As a result, this type of floor lamps can be used in the organization of the main lighting due to the radiation reflected from the walls and ceiling.
Constructions with several diffusers, respectively, they have two lamps, three or more. In such versions, shades are used that are open only on one side (most often from the bottom), and there is also the ability to change the direction of the glow. The result is an overhead indirect illumination and an acceptable reading environment when one of the diffusers is directed downward.

Designer decorative

There are also floor lamps with a dimmer. This is a dimmer with which you can make the luminous flux of the desired intensity. By their intended purpose, there are decorative and functional floor lighting fixtures. The first group includes modern design models, for example, the Italian Vega lamps. They are offered by high price and are distinguished by an unusual design.

Style design direction

Depending on the price category, lampshades in floor lamps can be crystal or made of simple materials. Emitted light: cool white or warm yellow. The first option is more suitable for offices, the second - for a house, apartment.

Modern design designs are not applicable in any interior, which should be taken into account when choosing. But functional classic-style floor lamps, equipped with a magazine rack (small table), are used much more widely.

Again, depending on the design and functionality, floor lamps can be used when organizing the main (increasing the efficiency of general lighting) and local lighting systems (dividing the space into zones).

In accordance with what tasks are planned to be solved, floor appliances are selected: the power of the light source, the design of the plafond, the color temperature (white cold or warm yellow light) play a role.

In addition, the availability of additional functions is taken into account: luminaires with a dimmer, which are designed with a curved lamp shade holder.

Contemporary style

It is equally important to consider the design of the floor lamp. For example, the “high-tech” style direction is suitable for offices; appropriate lamps are installed in offices with classic interiors.

Unusual Italian appliances are used as a decoration for any room, and designs in which crystal lampshades are installed are suitable for living rooms. A dimmable floor lamp with a curved shade holder should be placed in the reading area. The color of the lampshade should also match the decor of the room.

Floor lamp with crystal shade

If none of the proposed options fit, you can do: update an old lamp or make a structure from scratch. In any case, very little money will be spent on this, and the result will be a lighting device of a unique design, no worse than Italian lamps.

Classic models

The same can be done for table lamps. It is more difficult to update crystal lampshades, but these lamps represent a classic style that will never go out of style.

Summarize

Thus, floor lamps are presented in a wide range: with dimmer, reading, crystal, with open and closed lampshades. This type of lighting fixtures and tabletop designs are largely similar in design, so if you have a desire to make a design with your own hands, it is quite possible to use the same schemes.

Currently there is big variety lighting devices, but, of course, the most comfortable and "home" among them are floor lamps, photos of which are presented in this article. The soft light that gently pours from under the lampshade is able to calm and relax, bring peace of mind and peace to life.

Now floor lamps are experiencing almost a rebirth, since for some time they were in oblivion, and more and more often appear in houses, giving peace to their owners. From this article you can find out what floor lamps can be, where to put them and how to choose the right one.

Floor lamps and their advantages

The floor lamp is a lamp standing on the floor and supporting the lampshade with a high rod. But not many people know that in the home interior floor lamps perform not one, but several functions at once.

The first thing a floor lamp is for is zoning. With the help of a floor lamp, the room can be easily divided into zones. Most often, the part of the room where the floor lamp is located is a relaxation area in which they either watch TV, or read, or relax after a hard day under a warm blanket, closing their eyes and leaning back on the pillow.

Secondly, a floor lamp is an assistant in decorating, because modern floor lamp models are no longer the lamps that stood near the armchair of our grandmothers.

If you go to a store that sells lighting fixtures, then your eyes run up from a huge assortment of a wide variety of floor lamp models. There everyone can find the right luminaire for every function and every interior. But, if you were unable to choose a suitable model in the store, then you can order an exclusive model of a floor lamp at will.

Comparing floor lamps with table and wall lamps, you can easily see the advantages of floor models:

Compared to wall lamps, the advantage of a floor lamp is that you do not need to make holes in the wall for it, the main thing for it is that there is a socket nearby.
Compared to table lamps, the floor lamp does not need a table or bedside table, as the floor lamp is installed directly on the floor.
Among the advantages of a floor lamp, one can single out a unique mobility that other lamps do not have. The floor lamp can be easily carried and installed in almost any place, it does not require tables and pedestals.

Types of floor lamps

As mentioned above, a floor lamp consists of a lampshade and a tripod. The classic floor lamps are mounted on a straight tripod. The height of such a tripod can be from 1 to 2.5 meters. More modern floor lamp models can have not only a height-adjustable leg, but also a tripod in the form of an arc or other curved shape.

In addition, you can find floor lamp models, which are a shade mounted on a tripod.

Models of floor lamps with a table are quite convenient, since you do not have to reach for a table or bedside table to put a cup of tea or put a book. Most often, the tabletop is installed at shoulder level or slightly lower.

Lampshades for floor lamps can be made from a wide variety of materials, which must be matched to the existing style of the interior. Lampshade can be made not only from fabric, but also from metal, ceramics, glass, plastic and paper. In addition, some models have multiple shades, some of which can provide fairly bright overhead lighting, while others can provide more subdued bottom lighting. Models with swivel shades are very popular.

Floor lamps are able to create not only a cozy light inviting to rest, but sometimes you can find floor lamps that have a spot function. In such floor lamps, the light is narrowly directed in one direction, for example, illuminating a mirror or a picture.

Floor lamps in the interior

When developing the interior design of any room, it is imperative to think about exactly where the floor lamp will be installed. The color and shape can be chosen later, after the completion of the main part of the repair, but the location of the floor lamp must be taken into account in advance, so as not to forget to install an outlet there, to which the floor lamp will be connected. The most the best place for installing a floor lamp is a corner of a room or a place near an armchair or sofa.

Some professional designers use floor lamps not only for zoning a room, but also for visual adjusting a room. For example, floor lamps, the height of which does not exceed 1 meter, are able to visually make a room higher and therefore such floor lamps should be installed in low rooms. In addition, there are quite popular sets of lamps that have the same shape and color, but differ in size. For example, you can install two identical floor lamps on the sides of the sofa - it will be very unusual and stylish.

When choosing a floor lamp for yourself, you must take into account the interior in which the room is made. Floor lamp manufacturers produce a huge number of lamps in a variety of shapes, colors and sizes. This is done in order to satisfy every customer.

Now in the lighting stores you can buy both classic-style floor lamps and crystal floor lamps, as well as floor lamps that are made in the Rococo and Baroque styles. A must-have addition to the lampshades of such floor lamps is a hanging fringe or embroidery.

If your room is made in country or eco-style, then the best option there will be a wooden floor lamp.

Rattan floor lamps are perfect for a Provence style room. Glass floor lamps with several shades, which have a fancy tripod shape and do not have a lampshade, will look great in a fashionable interior. A forged floor lamp with a set of artistic forging elements is most preferable for the Empire style.

Self-transformation of a floor lamp

Nowadays, the hand made direction has become very popular, which has not passed by floor lamps. If you have good taste and know how to sew, then you can easily update an old and shabby floor lamp or change an already boring floor lamp. So what can you use to decorate a floor lamp?

One of the easiest ways to change a floor lamp is with applique. A new image can be applied to the finished lampshade with glue, which can be cut from fabric, wallpaper or napkins.

You can also update an old and shabby floor lamp using popular destination called decoupage. To do this, you will need to prepare napkins and decoupage glue that are suitable in style and color.

Real needlewomen will be able to create an oriental-style floor lamp, for this they will need to embroider it with gold threads, beads, beads and create decor using ribbons and fringes.

If you dream of placing Tiffany floor lamps on both sides of the sofa, but you cannot purchase them, then you can try to make them yourself. Of course, this work will require skill and certain skills from you, but if you have a great desire, then you will definitely succeed.

A floor lamp is not just additional lighting, which is, in fact, an extra detail of the interior. Right pick up a floor lamp- a whole art. After all, it is he who provides the room with special comfort, warmth and performs a number of useful functions. Do you love reading your favorite novels or detective stories in the evenings? It couldn't be easier! You don't have to sit at an uncomfortable table and adjust a table lamp to do this. It will be much more comfortable to sit on a soft sofa in the living room under a comfortable floor lamp. In addition, the floor lamp will provide warm and eye-friendly lighting that will not spoil vision and cause discomfort. And if you are a fan of evening gatherings among friends and colleagues at work, then a floor lamp will become an integral attribute of your interior. It is much easier to call your friends for frank conversations if you dim the lights throughout the room and leave only small areas illuminated, illuminated by the soft light of a floor lamp and sconce. By the way, Orange offers a large selection of interior products. We have the most low prices and high quality products.

Benefits of a floor lamp:

Eye-friendly lighting... A floor lamp, unlike most other lighting fixtures, will not blind your eyes, but will illuminate exactly that part of the interior that you need.

Individuality of the interior... Thanks to floor lamps and floor lamps, You will be able to place spectacular accents in your home, highlighting one or another detail of the furnishings. Floor lamps are often used in decoration. They are able to give the room a more sophisticated and aristocratic look.

Visual enlargement of the room... The correct arrangement of lighting can give the room a large size. To do this, it is enough to install a floor lamp in the corner of the room and direct its light upward. Thus, you will place accents on its ceiling and walls. By directing the lighting downward, you will, on the contrary, lower the ceilings of the space and give it additional coziness.

IPand floor lamps: what is it and why you need to know it?

IPorIngress Protection- This is the level of protection for floor lamps and floor lamps, which allows you to determine the degree of protection against the ingress of water and dust. It consists of two numbers in a row. The first number is responsible for the degree of protection from dust and small foreign objects, the second shows how much the lamp is protected from moisture. Optimal is IP = 20.

Tips for choosing floor lamps:

The standard height of a floor lamp is 1.5 meters. Taller fixtures will only be relevant in large spaces. For small spaces, it is worth using luminaires with a standard height.
Pay attention to the weight of the luminaire base. A light enough floor lamp is easy to overturn in case of accidental contact.
Classic floor lamps have always been and remain quite popular. They are suitable for virtually any interior. The classic floor lamp is a cone-shaped bed-shade lampshade with a graceful wooden leg. Such a lamp will best fit into the interior of a large room with a high ceiling.
If you are primarily interested in the functionality of a floor lamp, then pay attention to high-tech floor lamps... The simplicity and flawlessness of style are ideal for decorating ultra-modern rooms. Floor lamps with a table will be a good choice. Thanks to the comfortable coffee table and shelves, you can also have a snack while reading a fascinating book or watching a program.