If the lamp you love, doesn't give off enough light, it's not worth buying. What bulbs should you use in your reading lamp? What wattage should you go with? Always check the power rating on a lamp before you purchase it. You'll want to buy a lamp that puts out enough light for the job at hand. If you need a lamp to brighten a very dark corner, don't buy one that can't take anything bigger than a 40 watt bulb.
You can use a lower watt bulb than what the lamp calls for, but never use, for example, a 150 watt bulb in a lamp that calls for a 60 watt bulb. This will make the lamp overheat, causing it to possibly short circuit, or it could even start a fire. Is your lamp intended to be used only with incandescent bulbs, or can you use halogen bulbs? Be smart and read the manufacturers information that comes with the lamp.
Halogen bulbs are a good choice, especially if you have a little difficulty with your vision. It will put out a bright, white light that's good for reading in even the darkest of rooms. Florescent bulbs are available in different shades so you'll want to find one that's white enough to read by. Be aware though that some people suffer from headaches when they spend their days under florescent lighting. If this is the case at your office, you might want to go with a softer lighting in your home reading space.
In general, in a room with no overhead lighting, you should have a good light source about every ten feet for sufficient reading light. Invest in one or two lamps that have the capacity to accept a 100 to 150 watt bulb, or consider using a 3-way bulb so you'll be adjust to the right light setting for any time of day or night.
Every desk in your home should have a small reading lamp place on it. A good desk lamp will have a cover that keeps the light focused on the paper. This will go a long way toward reducing eye strain, an important factor to consider when daily homework or take home work from the office is a nightly necessity.
Energy Efficient bulbs are good for the environment and good for your wallet. They can save you money and last a long time, cutting down on extra waste in landfills. Energy saving lamps use up to 80% less energy than traditional bulbs. There are many brands on the market to choose from; a good energy-efficient bulb can operate for up to 10,000 or longer.
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