Floor lamps are the latest bright idea in design with great new styles to choose from.

Whatever lighting solution you need to enhance your indoor or outdoor living, choose stylish lamps to illuminate any room with a touch of charm.

If you’re looking for something that’s in trend right now, opt for wrought iron table and floor lamps.

But what kind of floor lamps are currently out there in the market?

For starters, there are Halogen torchiere floor lamps. They are freestanding lamps with open, shallow bowl tops that provide indirect “up lighting”. These lamps use halogen tubular bulbs, which get much hotter than standard light bulbs. Since the tops are open, flammable items such as curtains can easily ignite through direct contact with the halogen bulb.

Most regular torchiere floor lamps use halogen bulbs that burn at temperatures exceeding 1,200 degrees – hot enough to fry an egg in 30 seconds! This is well above the combustion temperatures for paper, wood and fabric, which range from 170-260 degrees Celsius.

On the other hand, Energy Star labeled torchiere floor lamps use compact fluorescent bulbs that burn much cooler, last 5 times longer and use 80% less energy.

For example, an Energy Star torchiere uses a 56-watt fluorescent bulb, which gives the same amount of light as a 300-watt halogen bulb. Energy Star torchieres have full range or 3 ways dimming, come in a variety of styles and typically have a two-year warranty.

Looking for something fun and funky?

Use a yellow painted bulb covered in silicone. This is a pricey bulb, but it’s definitely a conversation starter. If you enjoy brilliant colors with stained glass shades, check out the style stained glass lamps.

Feeling stuck? Consult a lighting professional for a eureka moment!