Practical guides for choosing the right desk lamp, sizing and fit for your desk, and ownership tips to keep lamps performing well.
Choose task lights by desk-level performance, not peak lumens - aim for uniformity (U0 ≥ 0.6), stable dimming, and 500 lux at 40 cm to cut real energy use and eye strain. Quick lux-meter checks and targeted beam control deliver even light without cranking brightness or adding extra lamps.
Pick task lighting that reduces glare and delivers true-to-life color by prioritizing strong R9 and TM-30 scores, uniform beam spread, asymmetrical anti-glare optics, and flicker-free drivers. Get practical targets for lux and CCT plus verification tips (IES files, beam maps) to match lighting to art, study, or screen work.
Keep illumination consistent and eyes comfortable with a maintenance plan covering strategic dusting, material‑specific shade care, color‑accurate LED replacements, and simple electrical checks. Follow the usage‑based schedule to extend lamp life while preventing flicker, color shift, and output loss.
Use precise measurements - lamp height relative to eye level and monitor, working radius and lateral reach, and base diameter - to achieve uniform, color-accurate lighting without glare or hotspots. Get task-based lux targets and practical formulas to match any workspace geometry.
