Table lamps are popular and useful lighting fixtures for home-owners. They are easy to purchase and available in a variety of styles, sizes, shapes, and colors. Table lamps provide a subtle, ambient light great for creating a comfortable atmosphere in any room. They also come in handy when you need a little extra light to complete a task – like cross stitching, reading or working on a laptop. These kinds of tasks require a different type of lighting than general room lighting. Table lamps come in many different designs and even many unique designs, like traditional, modern, minimalist. With the recent advances in LED technology, there are now LED table lamps that are energy-efficient and safe for the environment. They also last longer than traditional table lamps providing good value for money. Table lamps offer the convenience of placing them on any flat surface. Desk lamps are typically placed on desks or tables to provide a good source of task lighting. Floor lamps are usually larger than table lamps and are placed on the ground for specific tasks. Accent lamps are usually small and used to accentuate an area. No matter which type of table lamp you choose, it's important to choose the right lamp for the right task. That way, you can be sure that you're making the best use of your table lamp and that it will provide the lighting you need for any activity.