How to Make a Statement with Torchiere Floor Lamps in the Hallway
Hallways are often the hardest spaces in a home to light well. They are narrow, sometimes windowless, and usually rely on one ceiling fitting that leaves corners in shadow. A torchiere floor lamp solves several of these problems at once. By sending light upwards onto the ceiling and upper walls, it makes a tight space feel taller, brighter and more welcoming, without any glare as you walk past. In this guide we explain what a torchiere is, why uplighting suits hallways, and how to keep safety and clear routes in mind before choosing a spot. We look at the best positions, from beside a console table to the foot of the stairs or the end of a long passage, and the designs that suit period, modern and compact flat hallways. You will also learn how mirrors multiply the glow, how to measure your space properly, which bulbs give a warm welcome and the finishing touches that complete the entrance....
