Table Lamps

Table lamps are one of the easiest ways to bring warmth and character into a home. At Dims Studio you'll find a colourful selection of table lamps in glass, sandstone, brass and polyresin, including hand-blown mushroom lamps in glass and sculptural shell lamps. Also take a look at our full range of lamps and bedside lamps. Here's a guide to types, materials, sizes, brands and placement, so you can find the table lamp that suits your home.

Types of table lamps: find the right one for your needs

Table lamps can broadly be divided by what they're mainly meant to do: provide ambient light, act as a small sculpture on a shelf, or serve as practical light that can be moved around without a cord. The range at Dims Studio covers all three needs, and many of the lamps can serve several purposes at once.

Mushroom lamps in glass

The mushroom lamp is one of the most popular types in the range. It's a small, hand-blown glass lamp shaped like a mushroom, where every piece has its own spotted pattern because the glass is blown by hand. At Dims Studio you'll find mushroom lamps from both EJA and AU Maison in colour combinations such as pink, green and yellow, orange, white and blue, and green and blue. The mushroom lamps are battery-powered with no cord, so they can be placed freely on the nightstand, in the window sill or in the bathroom.

Rechargeable table lamps

The rechargeable table lamps are made for anyone who wants light without a cord trailing behind. The Mrs. rechargeable table lamp from EJA comes in colours such as light yellow and violet as well as pink, and has several light settings, including a cool, a warm and a normal white light, depending on whether the lamp is used for cosiness or more focused work. The Let's Party LED lamp from Kersten is another battery-powered model that spreads colourful light wherever it's placed. What the rechargeable lamps have in common is that they can be carried around the home or taken out onto the balcony and terrace in the evening.

Sculptural lamps in sandstone

Kersten is behind a series of table lamps cast in solid sandstone, where the shape matters just as much as the light. The Shell lamp in sandstone/ivory is shaped like a shell in a warm, ivory-toned finish, the Jellyfish lamp in sandstone/ivory has an organic jellyfish shape, and the Coral lotus lamp in sandstone/ivory is shaped like a lotus flower. What the sandstone lamps have in common is that they give off a soft, indirect light and work as a sculpture both when switched on and off.

Figurative table lamps

Some table lamps are first and foremost an object that happens to also light up. The Croissant with LED light in sandstone from Kersten is shaped like a croissant with layers and a golden crust, the Silas giraffe lamp in polyresin from Creative Collection is a 70-centimetre tall, golden giraffe figure with a standard E27 socket, and the Shell lamp in brass from Doing Goods is finished in a shiny gold finish inspired by the shapes of the sea. This type of lamp is ideal if the lamp itself should be an eye-catcher, regardless of whether it's switched on.

Build your own with lamp base and shade

The Audrey Lamp Base from AU Maison is a conical lamp base in high gloss with a ball joint, so you can combine it yourself with an Audrey lampshade of your choice. The lamp base comes in several colours, including red, violet, black, mocha and grey, so you can put together your own combination of base and shade and create a lamp with your personal expression.

Materials in table lamps: glass, sandstone, brass and polyresin

The material has a big impact on how a table lamp looks, both switched on and off, and where it fits best in the home.

Glass

Glass is used mainly for the mushroom lamps from EJA and AU Maison, as well as for the Joyful lamp in glass, pink and yellow from AU Maison. The glass is often hand-blown, which gives each lamp a unique spotted pattern, and the material lets the light pass softly through, so the lamp gives off a diffuse and cosy glow rather than a sharp light.

Sandstone

Sandstone runs throughout Kersten's series of sculptural table lamps, including the shell, jellyfish, coral lotus and croissant lamps. The material gives a warm, matte and slightly textured surface in tones such as sandstone and ivory, and the heavy, solid feel makes the lamps stable to have standing on a table or shelf.

Brass

The Shell lamp in brass from Doing Goods is finished in a shiny gold finish that gives a more classic and elegant expression than the matte sandstone lamps. Brass and gold tones reflect the light and pair well with other metal details in the home, such as candlesticks or vases.

Polyresin

Polyresin, also called resin, is used for the Silas giraffe lamp from Creative Collection. The material makes it possible to cast detailed figures with a golden surface, while the lamp is lighter than a comparable lamp in solid stone or metal.

Materials compared

Material	Expression	Examples	Best for
Glass	Light, colourful and diffuse light	Mushroom lamp, Joyful lamp	Nightstand, window sill
Sandstone	Matte, warm and sculptural	Shell, jellyfish and coral lotus lamp	Shelf, side table, hallway
Brass	Shiny and classically elegant	Shell lamp in brass	Living room, dresser
Polyresin	Detailed and figurative	Silas giraffe lamp	Shelf, floor beside armchair

Sizes and dimensions of table lamps

Table lamps at Dims Studio range from compact models around 15 to 20 centimetres tall to more striking lamps at 40 to 70 centimetres. The mushroom lamps from AU Maison typically measure around 17 by 15 centimetres and fit well on a nightstand or in a window sill, where they shouldn't take up too much space. The Mrs. rechargeable table lamp from EJA measures about 26 by 15 centimetres, while the Shell lamp in brass from Doing Goods is compact with dimensions of about 13 by 11 by 21 centimetres. At the other end of the scale you'll find the Silas giraffe lamp in polyresin, which at 70 centimetres works both as a table lamp on a wide nightstand and as a kind of floor lamp beside an armchair.

When choosing size, it's a good idea to think about where the lamp will stand. On a small nightstand or in a narrow window sill, a compact lamp of 15 to 25 centimetres is usually the best solution, while a lamp of 30 centimetres or more works well as an eye-catcher on a shelf, side table or wide dresser.

Brands behind the table lamps

The range at Dims Studio brings together table lamps from several brands, each with its own expression.

EJA

EJA supplies several of the hand-blown mushroom lamps in glass as well as the rechargeable Mrs. lamp with several light settings. What the EJA lamps have in common is a focus on colour and a soft, cosy light.

AU Maison

AU Maison is behind several mushroom lamps in glass, the Joyful lamp in pink and yellow, and the Audrey Lamp Base, where you can put base and shade together yourself. The brand is known for colourful, playful designs that fit into a home with room for humour.

Kersten

The Dutch brand Kersten is represented with the largest group of sculptural table lamps in sandstone, including the shell, jellyfish, coral lotus and croissant lamps, as well as the battery-powered Let's Party LED lamp. The Kersten lamps combine function and form, so they work as sculpture even when switched off.

Creative Collection

Creative Collection is behind the Silas giraffe lamp in polyresin, a 70-centimetre tall, golden giraffe figure with a standard E27 socket, which works both as a table lamp and as a kind of floor lamp.

Doing Goods

Doing Goods supplies the Shell lamp in brass with a shiny gold finish, inspired by the shapes of the sea, adding a touch of coastal elegance to the home.

How to use and place table lamps

Where a table lamp should stand affects which type suits best. Here are our recommendations room by room and situation by situation.

Table lamp for the nightstand

On the nightstand, it's usually best with a lamp that doesn't take up too much space and is preferably cordless, so it doesn't lie around and clutter up beside the bed. The mushroom lamps from EJA and AU Maison, as well as the Mrs. rechargeable table lamp from EJA, are good choices because they're battery-powered and can be switched on and off freely without you having to reach behind the bed for an outlet.

Table lamp for the window sill

Small, rechargeable lamps without a cord fit perfectly in the window sill, where a cord would often be in the way. The mushroom lamps are ideal here, preferably together with small ceramic figures or plants, so the window sill gets a playful and composed expression.

Table lamp for the shelf

On the shelf, a figurative lamp like the Silas giraffe lamp or the Croissant with LED light can create an eye-catcher between books and knick-knacks. Here the lamp may well have a clear shape, because it should also function as part of the arrangement when it's switched off.

Table lamp for the living room

In the living room, several table lamps can be combined at different heights and in different materials for a playful, composed expression. For example, combine a sandstone lamp from Kersten on the side table with a glass lamp on the window sill, so the room gets several light sources in different strengths and temperatures.

Table lamp for the desk

If the lamp is to be used as work light, it's an advantage to choose a model with a cooler and more focused light, such as the Mrs. rechargeable table lamp with its several light settings, where you can switch between a cool and a warm light depending on the task.

Table lamp as a gift

Table lamps make an obvious gift because they combine function with a personal expression. A colourful mushroom lamp or a figurative lamp like the shell lamp in brass suits most homes, and the smaller, rechargeable models are easy to send by post.

Lamp base and lampshade: build your own table lamp

If you want to put your own stamp on your lamp, the Audrey Lamp Base from AU Maison is a good place to start. The lamp base is conical with a high-gloss finish, and thanks to the ball joint it can be freely combined with an Audrey lampshade of your choice. Because the lamp base comes in several colours, including red, violet, black, mocha and grey, you can put together a lamp that matches the rest of the room's colour palette, or deliberately choose a contrast that turns the lamp into an eye-catcher. If you have several lamp bases in different colours, you can also swap out the shade and give the lamp a new look without having to buy a whole new lamp.

Which table lamp should you choose? Our recommendations

Situation	Our recommendation
Cordless light on the nightstand	A mushroom lamp from EJA or AU Maison, or the Mrs. rechargeable table lamp
Eye-catcher on the shelf	Silas giraffe lamp in polyresin or Croissant with LED light in sandstone
Calm, sculptural mood	A sandstone lamp from Kersten, e.g. the shell or coral lotus lamp
Classic and elegant expression	Shell lamp in brass from Doing Goods
Want to mix and match colours yourself	The Audrey Lamp Base combined with a lampshade of your choice
Colourful light without an outlet	Let's Party LED lamp from Kersten

Frequently asked questions about table lamps

What is a table lamp?

A table lamp is a lamp designed to stand on a table, shelf or dresser, and which can provide both ambient light and more practical light, depending on the model and placement.

What size table lamp should I choose?

For a small nightstand or window sill, a compact lamp of 15 to 25 centimetres fits best. For a shelf, side table or as an eye-catcher in the living room, you can opt for a larger lamp of 30 centimetres or more, such as the Silas giraffe lamp at 70 centimetres.

What is a mushroom lamp?

A mushroom lamp is a small, often hand-blown glass lamp shaped like a mushroom. At Dims Studio, the mushroom lamps are battery-powered and therefore have no cord, so they can be placed freely around the home.

Can a table lamp be used without an outlet?

Yes, several of the table lamps at Dims Studio are battery-powered or rechargeable, including the mushroom lamps and the Mrs. rechargeable table lamp, and can therefore be used entirely without a cord.

Which material is best for a table lamp?

It depends on the expression you want. Glass gives a light and colourful light, sandstone gives a matte and sculptural expression, brass gives a shiny and classic look, and polyresin is used for more detailed, figurative lamps.

What is a lamp base, and how do I use it?

A lamp base is the bottom part of the lamp, onto which the lampshade is placed. The Audrey Lamp Base from AU Maison has a ball joint that makes it possible to freely combine it with an Audrey lampshade of your choice, so you can mix and match the colours yourself.

How many light settings does a rechargeable table lamp have?

The Mrs. rechargeable table lamp from EJA has several light settings, including a cool, a warm and a normal white light, so you can adapt the light to the situation, whether it's reading, cosiness or work.

Which table lamp suits the nightstand?

On the nightstand, a compact, battery-powered lamp without a cord is often the best solution, e.g. a mushroom lamp from EJA or AU Maison, or the Mrs. rechargeable table lamp.

Can table lamps stand outside?

The battery-powered and rechargeable table lamps, such as the mushroom lamps and the Let's Party LED lamp, can be taken outside for shorter use, e.g. on the balcony or terrace in the evening. Always check the individual lamp's specifications before using it outdoors for longer periods.

What is the difference between a table lamp and a desk lamp?

A table lamp is typically designed for ambient light and decoration and can stand on any table or shelf, while a desk lamp is often set up for more focused work light. Several of the table lamps at Dims Studio, such as the Mrs. rechargeable table lamp with several light settings, can, however, work well in both places.

Are table lamps a good gift?

Yes, table lamps are a popular gift because they combine function with a personal expression. Colourful models like the mushroom lamps or figurative lamps like the shell lamp in brass suit most homes.

How do I choose a colour for my table lamp?

Start with the colours in the room. A lamp in the same colour as a cushion or a vase ties the room together, while a contrasting colour, such as a violet or red Audrey Lamp Base, turns the lamp into a standalone eye-catcher.