How to choose the right table lamp

Handy tips for buying the perfect table lamp

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If you plan to put your new lamp in a particular place in a room, check where the nearest powerpoint is and keep your eye out for lamps with a long cable if necessary.

Your decision shouldn’t completely rely on this though - you could use an extension cable if the flex on your favourite design was too short, although this doesn’t look as neat as a single cable.

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