Lighting and lamps

Good lighting covers several needs at once, which is why this category brings together several product groups. Floor and table lamps add focused light for reading or working in one spot, while wall and ceiling fixtures provide the main light source for a room. Outdoor lights cover entrances, terraces and garden paths, and bulbs in various bases and wattages let you replace one that's burned out. Fairy lights and LED strips add decorative touches for holidays or interior accents, and switches, standard or dimmer, control how bright a room gets and where the light turns on. When choosing, check the bulb base and compatibility with existing wiring, the weatherproof rating for anything used outdoors, and the light's colour temperature: warmer tones suit relaxing spaces, neutral light works better for tasks.