Floor Lamps

Floor lamps work well beside sofas, armchairs and reading corners or in darker parts of a room that need additional ambient light. Position the base where it will not obstruct walkways and make sure the shade does not interfere with doors or nearby furniture.

The ideal height depends on whether the lamp is for reading or ambient lighting. For a reading lamp, the light should fall over the seating area without shining directly into your eyes. Check the complete lamp and shade height against your sofa before ordering.

A floor lamp with a directional shade or adjustable arm is usually more useful for reading than a purely decorative uplight. Position the light beside or slightly behind the chair so it illuminates the page without creating glare.

Yes. A slim floor lamp can provide useful light without needing a side table or extra furniture. Avoid very wide tripod bases or oversized arc lamps if the room has narrow circulation paths.

Yes, particularly if the sofa floats away from the wall. Arc and overhanging floor lamps can cast light over the seating area, while slim upright lamps can add ambient light behind the sofa. Check the base footprint and shade clearance first.

Always check the lamp's specified globe type, socket and maximum wattage. Warm-white light is popular for relaxed living areas, while a brighter neutral light can be useful for reading or task-focused spaces.

Marco Furniture sells decorative and modern standing lamps online and from its Fyshwick showroom. Call (02) 6189 1242 before visiting if you want to confirm whether a particular floor lamp is available to see in person.