Table Lamps For Children’s Bedroom
The most important things to consider are safety, the child’s age and the décor of the room. Below is an outline of everything you need to know before you buy a table lamp for your kid’s bedroom.
Safety
All wires should be safely out of reach, especially if the child is a toddler. The table lamps should also be able to withstand some rough treatment. It’s best to have the lamps made of plastic or wood so that they don’t shatter or break.
Style
Most kids’ rooms have unique themes and given the sheer choice available, you are sure to find table lamps that perfectly match the décor in your child’s room. Table lamps add a playful accent to the room.
Size
The bigger the table lamps, the more likely they are to come in the way. So keep the lamps small but sturdy. If the base of the lamp is small but heavy, it will be stable and won’t topple easily.
The lampshade too shouldn’t be too wide so that it doesn’t come in the way of active children.
Wattage
Younger children who are afraid of the dark feel secure when a dim bedside lamp is switched on. For older children who like to read, a 60-watt regular bulb is essential. For energy-savings, use a CFL of 13 to 16 watt which will give you the same brightness as a regular 60-watt bulb but will cut electricity consumption by 50 to 80%. For a desk lamp a similar wattage is sufficient for doing homework. Remember to avoid halogen bulbs as they tend to heat up very quickly and may burn the child.