Table Lamps for Bedrooms and Living Rooms

This page showcases SOOINC’s small, focused collection of table lamps for bedside tables, nightstands, dressers, and living room side tables. Two glass table lamps are currently available for immediate purchase. The rest of the page is a buying guide to the styles customers request from us the most, from a crystal table lamp for a bedroom dresser to a gold finish lamp for a console table. Those extra styles are being added in stages, and each section below clearly identifies which lamps are currently in stock and which are still on the way. If you plan to light an entire room rather than just one table, begin with the larger lighting category and return to this page for the finishing touches.

Glass Table Lamps in This Collection

Both table lamps available for purchase on this site today are made of glass. The chrome table lamp pairs a polished chrome stem with a smoked glass shade, giving a softer, shaded glow that suits a nightstand, a reading corner or a hallway console. The mini table lamp, discussed in the next section, has a clear glass dome and takes up very little space. A glass table lamp emits light horizontally and vertically rather than confining it within fabric, so even a small lamp can sufficiently illuminate a chair and a book. Glass maintains its original form for many years and is easily cleaned using a soft cloth. All of the glass table lamps in this collection fall into the price range of $109 to $139, and both models are constructed using UL-certified components. More glass styles are being added in stages, including globe-shaped glass table lamps and clear glass table lamps with white shades. Clear glass and smoked glass behave very differently. Clear glass allows you to view the bulb, so it is ideal if you plan to use a decorative filament bulb, and it will provide the maximum amount of light from a small lamp. Smoked glass reduces the intensity of the light and obscures the form of the bulb, which makes it an excellent option if the lamp will be visible from eye level, such as a console table in a hallway. Round forms are the next glass shape being added to the collection: a round glass table lamp scatters light equally in all directions, creating a soft sculptural element on the table. When a room already contains a table lamp with a fabric shade, one glass table lamp is usually sufficient to enhance the entire decor scheme, since the two shade types reflect light in different ways.

Small Table Lamps for Bedside and Nightstands

Most table lamps in a home end up beside a bed, so the nightstand is where size matters most. A small table lamp earns its place when the base leaves room for a book, a phone and a glass of water, and when the top of the shade lands near eye level for reading in bed. Bedroom setups with bedside table lamps generally work best with lamps that are 18-26 inches tall and have a dimmer switch, allowing one lamp to cover both bright morning light and a soft evening glow. Currently, we offer the mini table lamp as an option for this location: a compact glass dome design created specifically for narrow nightstands and small apartment bedrooms. Taller bedside lamps, a black bedside table lamp for a dark color scheme, and pairs sold as sets are discussed in the guide sections below and are being added in stages. Pairs are the other bedside decision. Matching pairs create symmetry around the bed and provide each sleeper with individual lighting and switches. If your nightstands are narrow, consider narrow table lamps and thin table lamps before giving up on the pair: a slim base allows for a matching set while maintaining a clean look on the nightstand surface. A small black table lamp is the style we are asked for most in modern bedrooms, because a black stem disappears against a dark headboard while the shade still shows. Black, white and pair sets are part of the staged additions described on this page.

Crystal and Gold Table Lamps

Crystal has long been associated with SOOINC’s chandeliers, and this design philosophy is reflected in the buying guide for this collection. A crystal table lamp uses cut or molded crystal pieces along the stem or around the base, so the lamp scatters small points of light even at low brightness. A chandelier table lamp goes further and borrows the hanging drops of a ceiling chandelier in miniature. On the metal side, a gold table lamp at this level does not use solid gold; it relies on a finish that covers the entire surface of the lamp. Look for an even gold finish or gold-tone coating, consistent across the surface with no thin patches at the edges. The way you search for items varies as well. Searching for “gold table lamp” and “table gold lamp” produces a similar list of finishes, so judge the finish and the shade, not the listing title. Crystal table lamps, gold table lamps and mixed crystal and gold designs are not on the shelf yet. They are being added in stages, beginning with a contemporary crystal table lamp and a compact crystal table lamp for dressers. As they arrive, this section will serve as the shelf. Within the crystal family, the shade changes the mood. A crystal lamp that includes a shade tops the crystal stem with fabric, which softens the sparkle and makes it suitable for traditional bedrooms. Crystal lamps without a shade create additional patterns on surrounding walls, making them ideal for a dresser or a console used as a display spot. Mixed designs that combine crystal with a gold finish base bridge the two families, and a gold bedside table lamp in that mixed style is among the first staged pieces planned for this collection.

Table Lamps for Living Rooms and Side Tables

A living room side table asks for a slightly larger lamp than a nightstand: the shade will likely need to be wider, the base heavier, and two matching lamps can frame your sofa better than one. Glass table lamps for living room use remain popular, since clear and smoked glass work well with virtually any fabric color. Elegant living room table lamps will commonly feature that glass with a simple metal stem. Color is another request we receive from shoppers looking for a living room lamp. A green table lamp, in either green glass or a green enamel finish, is the color shoppers ask for most frequently, followed by black, gray, and white designs for those seeking a more subdued environment. Contemporary table lamps and modern luxury table lamps featuring cleaner lines are included in this guide as well. The green, colored, and contemporary styles are being added in stages. For the rest of the room, layer this table-level light with floor lamps in the corners and wall lights at picture height, so no single lamp has to do all the work. Consoles and sofa tables further expand the options available. A console table lamp may be taller and thinner than a side table lamp because it illuminates a wall rather than a seat. Entry table lamps follow the same rule: slim stem, shade high enough to light faces at the door. Large table lamps for living room use, up to around 30 inches, suit deep sofas and wide side tables and look lost on small ones, so scale the lamp to the table before you fall for a finish.

Choosing the Right Table Lamp

Start with height. For a bedside or side table, the bottom of the shade should sit near the eye level of the person sitting or lying next to it once the table and lamp heights are added together, which for most tables means a lamp between 18-28 inches tall. Next, think about the shade. If you plan to use your lamp for reading, select a wide shade; a narrow shade will concentrate the light beam onto the table. A glass shade shows the bulb, so a warm filament style bulb looks best inside it. Color temperature matters too: 2700K produces a warm bedroom glow while 3000K emits a cleaner light in a living area. If you intend to use your lamp as both a reading light and ambient lighting, select a design that allows you to dim the light.

Base material changes the feel of the lamp more than the light it gives. Ceramic bases allow you to add color and glaze to the base. A marble base provides weight to the lamp and creates a cool stone surface. Stone and ceramic styles are being added in stages alongside the crystal and gold designs above. All orders placed through SOOINC ship free throughout the United States, and orders typically arrive in 9-25 business days. Customers receive 30 days to return items purchased from SOOINC, and all products include a two-year warranty. Every lamp sold by SOOINC utilizes UL-certified components.

Finally, check the switch and the bulb before placing an order. A rotary switch on the socket is the classic option for lamps reached from a chair. Touch and three-way designs give low, medium and bright settings from the base. A table lamp with dimmer in plug-in form does the same job for a lamp you already own. To clean glass and crystal, use a dry microfibre cloth. Avoid spraying anything onto gold-finished surfaces, as doing so may cause damage to the gold coating over time.