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From industrial, contemporary styles to classic designs, we’ve found plenty of options for all tastes
Everyone’s bedside table is different. Some are stacked with must-read novels, others are home to trinket trays, scented oils, sleep masks or (whisper it) a phone stand. But the thing they should all have in common is a bedside lamp.
A bedside lamp performs three main jobs. The first is to provide a good reading light, whether you prefer to settle in with a book, magazine or tablet. A less obvious function of a bedside lamp is to give the option of soft, diffused light that illuminates the room in the evening – ideal for unwinding before bed, watching TV or after stepping out of the tub.
The last task for a bedside lamp is to look fabulous while fulfilling the other roles. Shades and bases add colour and texture without overwhelming the room and, should you have a double bed or larger, a pair of lamps will frame the furniture perfectly.
Size matters – while some are blessed with surface space galore on a bedside unit, for most, a smaller lamp will be more practical, although we’ve included a few taller and wider options in our edit.
The factors we’ve considered are bulb type – standard bulbs will be cheaper and easier to source over a lamp’s lifespan, while energy saving bulb-compatible lamps are an eco win – as well as sturdiness, ease of switching on and off, and value for money. To help you make the decision about which bedside lamp might be right for your bedroom, our edit includes everything from stylish high street buys to decadent designer lights.
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While we didn’t like the colour of the power cable, we chose Next’s kit one stage touch table lamp as our best buy as it looks more expensive than its affordable price tag and comes with the convenience of touch control. If money is no object, the asteria lamp from Dowsing & Reynolds is an excellent choice thanks to its variable light, modern styling and handy USB port for charging.
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