bedroom furniture colour trends in UK homes<\/a> is a useful reference.<\/p>\nTip 5: Decide between a pair and a single lamp<\/h3>\n
Matching lamps on both sides of the bed give a calm, symmetrical look that designers often favour in bedrooms. Concrete suits this well because its plain surface does not compete with the bed or headboard.<\/p>\n
In smaller UK bedrooms, though, there may only be room for a bedside table on one side, with the other side against a wall or wardrobe. In this case, a single concrete lamp on one side, with a wall light or small clip light on the other, keeps both sleepers lit without crowding the room.<\/p>\n
If you prefer an asymmetric look, choose two different lamps in the same material: perhaps a tall concrete column on one side and a low concrete dome on the other. Repeating the material holds the arrangement together.<\/p>\n
Tip 6: Use concrete beyond the bedside<\/h3>\n
Concrete lamps also work on dressing tables and chests of drawers. On a dressing table, a concrete lamp gives soft side light for getting ready, though you may want a brighter, more neutral bulb for applying makeup. Timber and painted dressing tables both pair well with a grey concrete base, and a mirror behind the lamp doubles its glow.<\/p>\n
On a chest of drawers, a concrete lamp with a large shade creates a pool of evening light that makes the room feel bigger. Pair it with a framed print or a mirror and a small decorative object for a simple, styled arrangement.<\/p>\n
Tip 7: Protect your furniture<\/h3>\n
Concrete is heavy and can be slightly abrasive on the underside. Check that the base has felt pads, and add them if not. This protects wooden, painted and lacquered surfaces from scratches.<\/p>\n
Concrete is also porous unless it has been sealed. Most lamps are sealed, but it is still best to keep water glasses and cups on a coaster and away from the base, as spills can leave marks. Wipe the lamp with a soft, dry or barely damp cloth, and avoid harsh cleaners.<\/p>\n
Tip 8: Choose the right bulb<\/h3>\n
A bedroom lamp should help you wind down. A warm white bulb of around 2700K is the safest choice, and it softens the grey of the concrete so it looks warm rather than cold. Moderate brightness, around 400 lumens, suits most bedside lamps. If you read in bed for long periods, a dimmable bulb lets you turn it up when needed and down when you are ready to sleep.<\/p>\n
Smart bulbs that warm gradually in the evening, or a gentle wake up setting in the morning, can make the bedroom more pleasant in the darker months.<\/p>\n
Tip 9: Manage cables neatly<\/h3>\n
Exposed cables spoil the clean lines that make concrete lamps attractive. Route the cable behind the bedside table, use a small clip to keep it tidy and make sure it does not run where feet or a vacuum cleaner will catch it. A fabric covered cable in a neutral colour looks smarter than standard white plastic.<\/p>\n
Tip 10: Consider the view from the door<\/h3>\n
Designers often judge a bedroom from the doorway, because that is the first impression every time you walk in. Stand there with the lamps on and the ceiling light off. You should see a balanced, even glow on either side of the bed, with no bare bulbs visible and no dark corner that feels neglected.<\/p>\n
If one side of the room looks noticeably darker, a third light source can help: a small concrete or ceramic lamp on a chest of drawers, or a floor lamp in the corner beside a chair. Keep it on the same warm bulb so the room reads as one scheme. If a lamp catches your eye before the bed does, it may be too large or too bright for its position, and a smaller shade or lower lumen bulb usually solves it.<\/p>\n
Tip 11: Layer the rest of the bedroom lighting<\/h3>\n
Bedside lamps are the heart of bedroom lighting, but they work best with support. A central pendant or ceiling light on a dimmer handles cleaning and dressing, while lamps take over in the evening. Wardrobe lighting, either built in or added with discreet battery strips, makes it easier to choose clothes without switching on the main light while someone else is asleep.<\/p>\n
The goal is that you rarely need the overhead light after dark. When concrete lamps carry the evening, the room feels quieter and more considered, which suits the material’s calm, understated character.<\/p>\n
We offer free delivery to most UK mainland postcodes, and you can browse lamps, bedside cabinets and dressing tables together at Furniture in Fashion<\/a>.<\/p>\nFrequently asked questions<\/h3>\nDo concrete lamps suit a bedroom?<\/h3>\n
Yes. Concrete brings a calm, grounded texture that suits minimalist and natural schemes, especially when paired with linen, wool and timber to soften it.<\/p>\n
How tall should a bedside lamp be?<\/h3>\n
The bottom of the shade should sit roughly at eye level when you are sitting up in bed. Measure from the top of the bedside table to your eye level, and choose a lamp that matches.<\/p>\n
Will a concrete lamp scratch my bedside table?<\/h3>\n
It can if the base is unprotected. Add felt pads underneath to prevent scratches on wooden and painted surfaces.<\/p>\n
What shade works with a concrete lamp?<\/h3>\n
Natural linen or cotton shades in oatmeal, stone or off white soften the concrete and give a warm, diffused glow suited to a bedroom.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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