The perfect desk lamp creates a more comfortable homework space – here are five of our favourites
A dedicated work space can help take the stress out of homework sessions (Image: Getty Images)
As parents get ready for the new school term, buying everything from lunchboxes and water bottles to stationery, school shoes and uniform is likely to be high on the to-do list. But back to school also means homework, reading and revision, making it important to create a comfortable space where children can focus on their studies.
Having a dedicated area for homework can help children settle into a routine and keep schoolwork separate from distractions such as the TV or toys. A suitable desk, comfortable chair and good lighting can also make homework sessions more enjoyable, while plenty of storage can help keep books, stationery and school supplies organised.
With autumn approaching and evenings drawing in, now’s an ideal moment to look at desk lamps. A practical and inexpensive addition to the home, there are numerous wallet-friendly choices to buy at retailers such as The Range, with many priced below £20, reports the Liverpool Echo.
Dunelm is another homeware provider that offers a variety of desk lamps. This includes the budget-conscious Issac Table Lamp available in four shades – blush, grey, graphite and white – each costing £12.
Parents might also want to browse Amazon’s range, where this entertaining pink Rechargeable Desk Lamp is currently selling for £18.99, reduced from £19.99. Also offered in white, it features an amusing star projector alongside a practical pen holder for organising essentials tidily.
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Shop the Blue Adjustable Metal Desk Lamp With Flexible Arm at The Range
Back at The Range there are lots of lovely lamps to choose from. Here are some of our top picks for fashionable yet functional desk lamps ahead of the school year, perfect for supporting youngsters and teenagers through both study sessions and downtime.
Scalloped Table Lamp – £17.99
Ideal for style-conscious children, this scalloped table lamp combines aesthetics with functionality. The Range notes that coordinating light fittings are also on offer, making it an excellent option for those with bedroom desks.
Currently it seems to be stocked in just one shade, though the neutral tone should complement most interior schemes.
Adjustable LED Desktop Lamp with Phone Stand – £10.99
Available in blue or cream, this budget-friendly lamp costs less than £11 and boasts glare-free lighting with an adjustable brightness. With its built-in phone and pen holder, it’s ideal for older children with tasks to do post-school bell.
Space saving thanks to its relatively compact design, the lamp can be used for reading too. The item is also pictured in a light pink colour, though sadly this doesn’t appear to be stocked on The Range website currently.
Folding LED Touch Control Lamp White – £17.95
With a collapsible design for easy transport, this lamp suits youngsters who prefer completing their schoolwork in various locations throughout the home. It can be angled precisely towards whatever they’re working on, and offers three light modes to suit individual preferences.
Equipped with 24 exceptionally bright long-life LEDs, it features straightforward three-step touch activation for simple operation. It runs on 4 AA batteries which unfortunately aren’t provided, although there’s alternatively the option to utilise the included 1M USB cable.
Adjustable LED Desk Lamp with Wireless Charger Black – £22.07
A more sophisticated aesthetic suited to teenagers is this streamlined adjustable LED lamp. It’s been engineered to protect eyes from fatigue while delivering optimal illumination.
Its foldable construction enables convenient storage, and it additionally features an alarm clock plus a digital screen displaying both time and date. It also includes a convenient phone holder which proves handy – though potentially distracting – for older children attached to their screens.
Adjustable Metal Desk Lamp With Flexible Arm White – £9.99 (was £11.99)
Offered in various colours (some remaining at £11.99) this traditional desk lamp design includes a clever flexible arm for accurate light positioning. It also features an adjustable head for focused lighting, while providing a robust metal shade and a solid base.
It requires mains power so isn’t as easily movable as certain battery-operated alternatives, but at under £10 it represents excellent value for money.
Shop desk lamps at The Range.
