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Touch Lamp : Best Buys

A touch lamp can be turned on by merely touching the lamp, rather than flicking a switch. Frequently used as a touch bedside lamp because they’re easy to activate in a dark or dim room, touch lamps are touch-sensitive on the base, neck and sometimes the shade (if the shade is an integral part of the lamp rather than one the standard fabric lamp shades you normally get with table lamps). In layman’s terms, they work on the principal of sensing heat from the human body and closing an electronic circuit when touched.

An added bonus to a touch lamp is that it converts a regular light bulb into a three-way bulb, giving you a choice as to how bright or dim you want your room. Touching the lamp once makes the bulb glow at 1/3 capacity; tapping it twice takes it to 66%; and a third and final touch gives you full wattage. For example, a 120-watt bulb can be used as a 40-watt, 60-watt and 120-watt three-way bulb, providing minimal lighting for use as a night light or proffering maximum light for activities like reading.

The touch lamp’s design is both long-lasting and dependable because it has no external switches. Switches on conventional lamps can get damaged over time, becoming blocked with dirt and other debris, clogging them up and rendering them useless. Unlike a regular lamp, a touch lamp will continue to function perfectly for the life of the lamp unless physical damage occurs.

Normally reasonably priced, touch lamps are available at department stores, home improvement stores and lighting specialty stores, as well as on-line, where they may be significantly discounted. You will find a good selection of touch lamps for sale HERE.

Available in a variety of styles and sizes, touch lamps range from a simple touch table lamp to a touch floor lamp to a touch desk lamp, these types of lamps can made a beautiful, yet functional addition to your home or office and can blend into any room.

Depending upon the style of the room, there are many elegant choices when it comes to touch lamps. Contemporary, traditional, modern and antique-looking Tiffany-styled, it’s easy to find the perfect lamp to complete your room. Contemporary lamps can be made from materials such as chrome and steel, while a Tiffany lamp generally features glass embossed with pictures of things like flowers, animals, or scenery. There are even touch lamps geared toward children, chandeliers, and novelty lamps, like a light-up clock.

Touch lamps, which have been around since 1984, have definitely evolved over the years. Originally available only in a table lamp, the touch sensor lamp now comes in chandeliers, wall sconces, china cabinets, floor lamps, and desk lamps. Interestingly enough, any existing lamp can be transformed into a touch lamp with a simple conversion kit, available at any hardware store. This do-it-yourself approach could not only save money but turn your favorite antique into a modern treasure.

The convenience of touch on lamps tends to outweigh any off-putting characteristics. For example, putting a touch lamp in an area where it might get bumped a lot is probably not a good idea. Children or pets can also accidentally activate them, wasting electricity and burning out the bulb. Regardless, touch lamps are invaluable in a variety of circumstances. A case in point are elderly people, who often buy touch lamps because their arthritic finger don’t allow them to work the switches on a regular lamp anymore. For them, a touch lamp is invaluable. No matter what style, color or size you’re seeking, or what kind of room the lamp will be placed in, the perfect touch lamp is out there, waiting for you.

Here is a great selection of touch lamps to choose from. If you don’t find one here to your linking check out this page where there are many more available.

Dome One-Touch Brushed Steel Table Lamp

Dome One-Touch Brushed Steel Table Lamp (CLICK IMAGE FOR DETAILS)

 

This beautiful, elegant lamp has a simple one touch mechanism to regulate the light making it ideal for a bedside lamp or reading light. Brushed steel finish, frosted off-white glass lamp shade. Great for contemporary style rooms. Click here for more details.

Teacup Roses Touch Lamp

Teacup Roses Touch Lamp (CLICK IMAGE FOR DETAILS)

 

This Teacup Roses lamp has a brass base and old-fashioned, rose-embossed glass shade. It gives the impression of a by-gone era and would seem at home in a romantic boudoir. It has 3 levels of light to give just the amount you need “at a touch” Click here for more details.

 

 

This Brushed Steel Urn table lamp, made from brushed steel with a fabric covered lamp shade falls into the traditional category, but would still look right at home in almost anyone’s living room. Click here for details and discount.

 
Brushed Steel Urn Touch Table Lamp

Brushed Steel Urn Touch Table Lamp (CLICK IMAGE FOR DETAILS)
Uplight Lamp with Crackle Glass Shade

Uplight Lamp with Crackle Glass Shade (CLICK IMAGE FOR DETAILS)

 

This touch table lamp is an excellent choice for a simple lamp where you want touch sensitive lighting without fuss in a streamlined modern design. Very stable. Click here for more information.

 

 

A touch bedside light or table lamp with multi-colored bulbs. You decide which mood you want to set. 8 colored bulbs included. Low cost and free shipping. Click here to view.

 
Metropolitan Touch Lamp

Metropolitan Touch Lamp (CLICK IMAGE FOR DETAILS)
Hampstead Pragma Touch Lamp

Hampstead Pragma Touch Lamp (CLICK IMAGE FOR DETAILS)

 

Hampstead Pragma Touch lamp by Upscale Lighting. With a chrome base and frosted glass shade, this high end contemporary lamp would look beautiful in an office or chic loft-style apartment. Click here for more details.

 

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