Piano Lamps That Work

By: Joanne Dorin


If you are tired of the dreaded green shades of the banker lamps, and the crumby brass lamps that get too hot, isn't it time you looked at piano lamps that actually work?

Piano lamps, desk lamps, and banker's lamps all share the same common element and that's to provide task lighting to a specific area. Technically you can interchange any of the three and they would all be able to do the task of lighting the piano music. But the styles that can be quite different.

If you are tired of that boring piano lamp, you know the same one that your mother used and your grandmother then it's time to get creative and let your personality shine just a little bit.

The Tiffany glass lamp shades are a perfect choice for the piano desk lamps. They add a touch of class and they are very inspirational. The sure beauty is certain to get those artistic juices flowing.

How about a funky art glass shade? Italian glass? Murano? Venetian? Choose a beautiful ruby red or cobalt blue glass. You might want to try a little pizzazz with a fabric shade. French country? Chintz? Or choose something soft and ultra feminine.

If you prefer a whiter light than traditional bulbs than look at either the new fluorescent bulbs or halogen bulbs. There are different wattages available for the lamps. Choose a wattage that is adequate.

When placing your lamp make certain it is placed so that there is no glare.

Here's some tips for getting the most out of your lamp.

1. Glare
Direct and indirect lighting can provide glare free lighting when placed correctly. Pay attention and remove any glare by adjusting your lighting.

2. Illumination
Your lighting should be able to easily illuminate your music. It should be adjustable so that you can reduce the glare and adjust the illumination angle.

3. Reduce Back Light
Ensure the lighting behind the lamp is reduced so that the task lighting is better focus and reduces eye strain.

4. Blinds
Use blinds to reduce glare from sunlight depending more on your lamp than natural sunlight to provide you with adequate lighting.

5. Fluorescent or Halogen
The new fluorescent lights no longer flicker and there are also many different tones of lighting to choose from. Halogen is also a good choice but they do supply more heat and they supply a more focused or targeted area of lighting.

6. Wall Color
Use neutral colors and paint ceilings a light color to reduce glare and shadows.

7. Inadequate Lighting
If you find your are squinting or straining to see your music then it means your lighting isn't adequate. Either supplement with an overhead fixture, add some natural light to the room, increase the size of the bulb in your lamp, or purchase a larger piano lamp.

8. Dancing Shadows
If your light shines too straight down onto your music you are likely going to see dancing shadows. Shadows might be entertaining but they aren't good for your eyes or your viewing so adjust your lamp slightly so it has just a slight angle.

9. Style
You are going to sit at your piano and play beautiful music so why not spoil yourself with a beautiful lamp that fits your personality and your style. Then when you are having one of those days your lamp can lift your spirit.

Piano lamps are a necessity for piano players but they don't need to be dull and boring, rather choose from one of the many fabulous styles online.

Joanne is an author of Decorz.com. If you're looking for more lighting decor ideas for your home visit http://www.decorz.com.