Bedside Lamps Have Many Uses

Posted on 03 August 2010

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Bedside lamps are a very convenient feature for any bedroom. The lamp allows you to dim the lights at night when you are trying to wind down from a busy day. In addition, the lamp can give you immediate light when you need to get out of your bed.

Lamps for your bedside are available in several styles, so you are sure to find one that is perfect for the room. Children may enjoy a resin lamp shaped like their favorite cartoon character, while adults may choose lamps that are somewhat more sophisticated for their room.

When selecting a lamp for the bedside table, it is important to select a lamp with a base that is heavy enough to prevent the lamp from tipping over. If the base is too lightweight, you could knock the lamp over when fumbling for the switch. A switch that is on the base is often easier to find than one that is hidden under the shade near the light bulb.

Studies show that humans get better sleep if the lights in the room are dimmed about half an hour before bedtime. With a bedside lamp, you can turn off the overhead light as you get ready to go to bed. You will have plenty of light from the lamp and once you are in bed, can turn off the lamp without having to get up again.

In the child’s room leave the lamp on to keep away the night time monsters that tend to keep children awake. Make sure that the lamp has a very low wattage bulb and it can serve as a night light. Once the child is asleep, you can turn off the lamp so that it does not wake him during the night.

Bedside lamps make a great addition to your bedrooms. With a twin size bed, one lamp is usually plenty. For larger beds, you will want to have a lamp on either side of the bed. Bedside lamps are an extremely convenient and beautiful feature for any bedroom.

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