You can’t beat a classic floor lamp.
They are versatile, functional, and when selected correctly, they add a beautiful look to your rooms’ aesthetic. If you’re looking to add some character to your room, a floor lamp is a great way to achieve that; it can be a design feature, even when it’s turned off!
So, how do you choose the right floor lamp for your space? We’ve spoken to our lighting experts, and they’ve shared some pro tips on finding the perfect floor lamp for your home!
1. Firstly, you should pick your floor lamp based on the lighting your space needs. Determine whether it’s an ambient, accent, or task light. Below are some of our favourite picks across all three categories.
Ambient Floor Lamps
Ambient lighting is also known as ‘general lighting’ and isn’t always necessarily an illumination source. Think of it as the light that substitutes for the natural light that would come through your windows or skylights. Here are some of our favourites!
https://onlinelighting.com.au/sojo-1-light-floor-lamp-black-ol97813bk.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/laguna-floor-lamp-renaissance-copper-qz-laguna-fl-a.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/dior-floor-lamp-antique-brass-blue-dior-fl-blab.html
Task Floor Lamps
Task lighting is exactly as it sounds! It’s placed with the purpose to provide light for tasks specifically. That could be reading, cooking, studying, or any other activities that require direct light. Here are some great options for you!
https://onlinelighting.com.au/beat-1-light-floor-lamp-white-beat-fl-wh.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/modern-floor-lamp-copper-and-blonde-wood-slim-f1c.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/dome-arc-1-light-floor-lamp-black-sl91201bk.html
Accent Floor Lamps
Accent lighting can often be mistaken for mood lighting. Although it contributes to the atmosphere or mood of your space, accent lighting is used to highlight features of your home. It helps draw attention to objects or beautiful pieces of furniture you have. That can be facing upwards OR downwards! If you love something in your space, why not showcase it!
https://onlinelighting.com.au/kyoto-floor-lamp-18992-06.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/vicenza-3-light-floor-lamp-wooden-white-vicenza-f-l.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/modern-floor-lamp-copper-and-blonde-wood-slim-f1c.html
1. Secondly, you must establish your theme. For example, if you have a contemporary or modern home, we will not suggest buying a vintage floor lamp. Stick within your aesthetics so that your light feature can stand out and fit in simultaneously.
Modern
https://onlinelighting.com.au/cielo-floor-lamp-28189-1.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/lark-1-light-floor-lamp-antique-gold-lark-fl-agop.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/tarifa-floor-lamp-timber-base-cotton-shade-a34921.html
Vintage:
https://onlinelighting.com.au/tiffany-floor-lamp-t-171-20f.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/gibson-floor-lamp-brown-fe-gibson-swfl.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/memphis-tiffany-floor-lamp-tl-f201072e-kg.html 
Industrial
https://onlinelighting.com.au/boston-1-light-industrial-floor-lamp-rubbed-bronze-sl98513rb.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/hertel-1-light-floor-lamp-black-amber-hertel-fl-bkam.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/priddy-industrial-adjustable-floor-lamp-black-49471n.html
Artistic
https://onlinelighting.com.au/art-deco-floor-lamp-tl-f07960.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/anemone-floor-lamp-by-paul-gruer-silver-fb-anemone-fl.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/tosca-2-light-floor-lamp-white-a33422wht.html
1. Next, let’s discuss the importance of placement. Once you’ve assessed the size of the space you have, it will help narrow down your selection. It will make it much easier to decide on whether you’re after a tripod base, an arc lamp, or a sleek and straightforward tall lamp! Here are some of our favourite collections.
Tripod Base
https://onlinelighting.com.au/stabb-timber-floor-lamp-base-only-natural-ol93283nat.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/mars-tripod-wood-and-brass-tripod-floor-lamp-antique-brass-kitzaf12056.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/loft-metal-and-wood-tripod-floor-lamp-with-shade-natural-shiny-nickel-kitzaf12059.html
Arc Lamps
https://onlinelighting.com.au/over-large-arc-floor-lamp-matt-black-sl91207bk.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/calogero-floor-lamp-28135-1.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/gateway-floor-lamp-28423-1.html
Sleek & Simple
https://onlinelighting.com.au/alton-1-light-floor-lamp-brass-opal-2010514001.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/kensington-floor-lamp-28201-1.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/belmore-1-light-floor-lamp-teak-belmore-fl-tk.html
If you already have a floor lamp you love but want to tweak it, why not upgrade your lampshade? We have a wide range of colours, textures, and designs.
https://onlinelighting.com.au/embroidered-floral-16-x-12-lamp-shade-eldomre032.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/voile-ribbon-shade-black-fs410-bl.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/cotton-large-12-drum-shape-table-lamp-shade-black-white-ol91856.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/large-drum-16-x-14-x-10-lamp-shade-black-and-silver-linen-elsz161410blksileu.html
https://onlinelighting.com.au/large-taper-16-x-11-x-10-lamp-shade-textured-ivory-linen-elsz161110iveu.html
Here are our bulbs just in case you need to update your warm or cool lights. We recommend LEDs!
https://onlinelighting.com.au/light-globes/
We hope this range of options gives you an idea of what works best for your space. Online Lighting has one of the biggest ranges in Australia and can help you with your interiors, whether it’s commercial, residential or industrial!
When you shop with OnlineLighting.com.au you are guaranteed the best service at the best prices. We also offer a 28 day returns policy and a price beat guarantee!
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Happy Light Shopping!