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Lamps provide illumination, ambiance, and balance to a room. Some people prefer them to built-in overhead lights since they tend to be softer and less overpowering. Check out our picks for the best lamp sets.

Buying Guide for Lamp Sets Our Picks for the Best Lamp Sets Final Thoughts

Lamps come in various shapes, sizes, and colors to match and enhance a room’s decor. The style choices are nearly endless, so you can design your space to fit your style and match your furniture, walls, favorite pieces, and color palette.

Why buy a lamp set?

More often than not, buying your lamps as a set will be more cost-efficient than buying them individually. Buying a set rather than individually is also the best way to ensure that your lamps complement each other in design and style, granting your living room or bedroom a more cohesive appearance.

What should you consider in a lamp set?

How can you make your lamps last longer?

First, be sure to pick a long-lasting bulb. LED bulbs are more energy-efficient and tend to last longer than the standard alternatives. Smart LED bulbs are also a great option because you can turn them on and off with smart technology. That way, you don’t have to waste a moment of energy.

These modern bedroom lamps with soothing grey lampshades come with USB plugs built-in.

Pros: This is a great set of office or nightstand lamps because of the built-in standard outlets, USB plugins, and mobile phone docks. They’re also sleek and stylish, with a modern and muted gray shade. The shape of the lamps is timeless, so they can light up your space for years to come. These lamps are dimmable, yet they can be very bright on the highest setting.

Cons: They’re pretty lightweight, so they can tip over.

Bottom Line: With a three-way touch switch, it’s easy to adjust these lamps to the exact setting you need. They have a number of convenient features, and they look chic in just about any room.

Great with traditional or transitional decor, these three lamps work beautifully in a living room.

Pros: First, these lamps come in solid packaging, so your lamps should not become damaged in transit. Also, the packaging is nice enough that you can give these lamps as a gift without re-packaging them. They’re quick and easy to assemble and come with two table lamps and one floor lamp. Plus, they have an elegant look, particularly for the price.

Cons: The shades have some construction issues.

Bottom Line: These lamps are nice and sturdy, perfect for just about any living room. Plus, they have a smooth finish that adds a touch of class to your decor.

These simple and modern lamps are great for illuminating a desk, an end table, or a nightstand.

Pros: If you love minimalist lamps, this set is a great pick. They’re durable and sturdy. And they’re easy to assemble; the only thing you’ll need is a good set of lightbulbs and a place to plug them in. These lamps give off a warm, subtle ambiance. And they’re nice and small—perfect for a nightstand or a desk.

Cons: The packaging could be sturdier.

Bottom Line: For small spaces, these are fantastic lamps. They work with E26 bulbs, Max 60W, 110V, or any LED or smart bulb alternative. And the muted lampshades add a warm ambiance to a room.

Adjust the ambiance in your bedroom, living room, office, or den with three levels of light.

Pros: One of the best things about this pair of lamps is that they come with LED bulbs included. They each have dual USB ports for all your smart device charging needs. The soft rectangular shade emits a soft light in your bedroom or office, and the sleek modern shape of the base adds a touch of modern flair. Plus, they have easy-to-use touch controls to switch between three lighting levels.

Cons: These lamps don’t work with a wall switch.

Bottom Line: These three-way lamps are built to save on energy costs. They have practical features like a touch switch and handy USB ports. Plus, they have a cool, contemporary look.

Amp up your decor with these wood and bronze-finished table lamps.

Pros: First, these lamps get an A+ for style points. The finish alone is exquisite, and the lampshades have sleek rectangular shapes and smooth cream fabric. They’re 30 inches tall, so they’re a great option for a bedroom or a living room, depending on your needs. And the detailing makes them look far more expensive than they are.

Cons: These lamps do not allow for a three-way bulb, and lightbulbs are not included.

Bottom Line: If you’d like to decorate your room in a beautiful, classic style, this set of two lamps is for you. The cream shades have decorative finials that add an extra touch of class. And they have long cords, so you can plug them into any room without trouble.

Instead of buying individual lamps to fill your rooms, it may be a good idea to purchase a matching set. A matching set will balance your bedroom, living room, office, or den and save you money in the process. Plus, matching lamps take the same size and wattage of lightbulbs, so you will only need to purchase one kind.

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