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Outdoor Floor Lamps Buyer's Guide

Where Do You Shine?

Outdoor floor lamps are typically used for task lighting, such as for reading if they are placed near a hammock or recliner. Often times, the floor lamp head is multi-directional and can be twisted and turn or hangs over to shine its light downward.

Safety First

Floor Lamps have a distinctive long and skinny physique which makes them easier than a stout lamp to knock over. Hot bulbs can easily led to fires or burn damage, so ensure that floor lamps are secure in the home well away from potential cat/dog chases catastrophes.

Any lights that are being used outdoors need to be designed for installation in a wet location. Some outdoor floor lamps will be designed for installation in a damp environment, which means they will be safe outdoors as long as they are in a location that is not exposed to direct wind, rain and moisture.

What to Look for When Browsing

There are many factors that make a good floor lamp but some key things to look for are:

A Sturdy Base: Because of the proportions of a floor lamp, it can be easy to end up with a wobbly lamp. Generally you will be able to judge the sturdiness of a floor lamp by simply looking at the base and comparing it to the shade it is supporting. If the lamp features multiple “legs” double check that they are all connected at some point before the shade for maximum sturdiness. The price differences you will notice between similar looking lamps can often be a clue to their sturdiness.
The Shade: Depending on your purpose for purchasing a lamp, you will want to consider the style of the lamp shade and how it will affect the light it shines. Opaque, clear or shade that point light directly downwards will offer the best task lighting, while deeper colored shades or shades that point upwards are better for accent and ambient light.
Light Bulb: Floor lamps will be compatible with a variety of light bulbs, but double check while shopping if there is a particular type of light bulb you prefer to use such as incandescent, CFL or others. Because lamps are often used for reading or writing, it is helpful to get a light bulb that you prefer to use for these kinds of tasks.

Show Your Style

Floor lamps come in a variety of styles to match your home décor. The key style factors to consider when shopping is metal finish, consider matching it to existing metal such as table pulls and handles, shade style and color and the overall style sense such as whether the lamp is traditional, modern, mission or tropical.

How Big or Small?

Floor lamps are usually between 60 and 78 inches tall. If you are placing it under an overhang, it is a great idea to measure how high the overhang is before choosing a lamp height to be sure the lamp isn’t so close to the ceiling that it ends up heating a small discoloration in the ceiling. Beside the height of the lamp, floor lamps generally can fit easily beside lounge chairs, hammocks, patio tables and outdoor bars.

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