Table lamps with mount

 Table lamps with mount

Proper lighting plays a huge role in the interior of any room. This is especially true of the work area. Good lighting is important for vision, because the eyes are less tired when working. An excellent choice is a desk lamp with a mount.

Modern manufacturers offer a wide range of stylish and attractive models that provide not only excellent lighting, but also help to decorate the interior.

Special features

Table lamps with fastening are a kind of lighting. They are distinguished by practical features, and also act as interior decoration. The design of the model for desktop use is the same as that of a classic lamp.

It includes several basic elements:

  • reliable support;
  • flexible column;
  • strong body;
  • safe power cord;
  • pleasant light source (artificial).

Main elements

The base or support of the device is presented as a clamp. With its help, the device is attached to the surface of the table. This support ensures the fixation of the lamp. It consists of a fixed frame and clamp. If the table has a thickness of no more than six centimeters, then the lamp with a clamp is securely attached to the base of the product.

Some variants of the lamp are equipped with a support in the form of a clothespin. This option is characterized by mobility, since it can even be used for mounting on a wall.

The base and the body are interconnected due to the presence of the column, which is presented in the form of a flexible leg. It allows you to direct the light to the right place. For the direction of lighting meets the socket, which can be made of plastic, metal or glass. The choice of color is a completely individual decision.

The light source can serve as incandescent bulbs, LED or fluorescent. Energy-saving light bulbs are extremely popular because they have a long lifespan, save electricity, and meet modern standards.

Fixtures to the table are almost always equipped with a switch that can be located on the power cord or product support.

Advantages and disadvantages

Table lamps with mounting have many advantages. Their main advantage is that the user can independently adjust the direction of the light with the help of a flexible column. The design is characterized by ease and static mounting. The lamp does not fall off the table and you can not be afraid of the possibility of its overturning.

The advantages of the desktop model include space saving at the desk. The lamp can be attached to a wall or on a table. The support of modern models takes up very little space. For each lamp, you can choose the light bulb of the required power.

A variety of models allows you to decorate the interior in any style. With proper use, such a device will last for many years.

But in addition to the advantages, table lamps have some weaknesses:

  • The power cord is almost impossible to disguise.
  • Installing a luminaire on a wall with a bracket requires skill.
  • If the lamp is made of metal, then it is heavy.
  • Glass options are characterized by fragility.

Table lamp with fastening is designed to provide good illumination of the working area. Modern manufacturers create wonderful models that are presented in various designs, decorated in different styles and made in different colors.

Voltage and power

Before connecting the lamp to the network, it is worth carefully studying the marking. Most models operate from a 220V outlet. Rarely, there are variants on which the marking is 110 or 127 V. In this case, you must use an additional transformer.

Fixtures for desktop fasteners can be equipped with fluorescent, LED or incandescent lamps. The best choice is a lamp with a power of 60 W, because this device provides a point illumination.

Types of fasteners

  1. Lamps for desktop use can be attached to the surface in different ways. Many models have a clamp that allows you to firmly and securely fix the product on the table.
  2. For the nursery, fixtures with a clip resembling a clothespin are often purchased, since even children can handle it.But this option is unreliable, such a lamp can be easily moved.
  3. All less common models with mount in the form of a sucker. This type of mounting can withstand a small lamp weight. This option can be used for decoration.
  4. If there is no free space on the table for placing a table lamp, then you should pay attention to the models on the brackets. This option can be hung on the wall, although the mounting process requires effort and skill. Be sure to need a drill, dowels and building level.

Housing

Floor lamps for desktop models of lamps are made from various materials, and also are presented by wide color scale.

  • The metal lamp is characterized by a long service life, but it is very heavy.
  • Many buyers are attracted to plastic models, because they are inexpensive, weigh little, and also feature a wide range of colors.
  • If we talk about glass floor lamps, they attract attention with elegance, but are fragile. Such options are not worth buying for the children's room.
  • Textile lamps look beautiful and stylish in an ensemble with a metal case.

How to choose?

The choice of a lamp for the desktop should be approached seriously, because it affects both the result of the work and your health:

  • Before choosing a lamp you need to decide where it will be located. If the lamp is on the table, then you can choose a model on a clothespin, clamp or suction cup. For wall mounting, only the bracket option is suitable.
  • The lamp should be no higher than half a meter from the working surface. The lamp is better to mount on the right, but above the monitor. The power cord should not be taut and should not hang down, so it is better to measure the length from the table to the outlet before buying the device.
  • Lamp power depends on the size of the desktop. Usually purchase lamps with a capacity of 60 to 100 watts. Strong power bulbs can damage a floor lamp when heated, so you need to be careful.
  • When choosing a form, it is better to give preference to models in the form of a cone or sphere. The light bulb should not go beyond the floor lamp, so the light will scatter, will not tire the eyes and will not cause fatigue of the body as a whole. Among the colors, the best option is white and light green.
  • Table lamp must be of high quality. To check this parameter, it is worth looking at the patron.Its stability is an indicator of good quality.

Installation

First, a desk lamp must be assembled if it is in a disassembled state. In the box will be necessarily enclosed instructions for assembly and installation. Table lamps with fastening are usually presented on a clamp.

The installation procedure includes several steps:

  • It is necessary to determine the location of the lamp.
  • Put the lamp on the tabletop.
  • The clamp should be carefully moved apart so that it is located between the edges of the surface.
  • It is necessary to tighten the screw while holding the lamp to avoid uneven fastening.
  • When the lamp is already fixed on the table, you should screw the light bulb into the cartridge and direct the light to the workplace.
  • After you can connect the lamp to the mains.

Today, table lamps with fastening are becoming increasingly popular due to their compactness, practicality and long service life. Stylish design and functionality are harmoniously combined in these devices. A variety of styles and colors allows each customer to find the perfect option depending on their wishes and preferences.

Watch the following video on how to choose the right desk lamp for a student’s workplace.

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