If you are looking for something low cost that doesn't consume a lot of juice then you need to go for something in our LED range. This uplighter has traditional style, with a bell-shaped frosted glass shade that gives diffuse light. We may earn a small commission on purchases made through one of these links but this never influences our experts’ opinions. If you’re crafty, there’s always the option to personalise with your own fabric or update the lamp by choosing a different shade in future.

best floor lamps from Habitat, John Lewis and more 10 of the best floor lamps from Habitat, John Lewis and more

In small spaces, it’s handy to consider the diameter of the base as well as the shade given how much space you have. Uplighter fittings have a very art deco feel to them, but they will work well with many types of warm and homely decor.

You don’t have to shell out for something designer to get a certain look, but the more expensive lamps will usually have better fittings – a fabric cord rather than plastic, a high quality switch, a better level of finish, and sometimes a guarantee too. Well, it’s actually wrapped around a steel upright, making this quirky designer lamp something of an illusion. If you’re just after some added warmth and atmosphere for your space, then fabric shades and diffusers are what to look for. This lampstand is made of amber-coloured resin, which gives it a beautiful transparent quality, smooth touch and glow under a lit shade.

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The snaking black and white textile cord holds a single dimmable bulb, which adds to the effect of this simple design. The LED light source makes it a good task lamp, but the light is surprisingly warm, compared to cheaper LED bulbs. This lamp comes with a high-quality braided cord and looks effective when teamed with a pleated patterned shade for contrast.LED bulbs are pricier, but more energy efficient, yet many lamps still only have halogen bulbs as an option. Bold colour is rare to find on floor lamps, with the most common options being metallic, black or white. This lamp is good for the corner of the living or dining room, but the splayed legs make it hard to position close to other furniture, or in a tight space. R7S bulbs are a long shaped design often used in outdoor light fixtures, wall fittings and floor lamps and are favoured for their bright 360 degree light distribution.