Rutgers Land Gray Table Lamp

For an upholstered shade like the one featured on this lamp, we recommend regular dusting with a soft, dry cloth or a dedicated upholstery brush. For more thorough maintenance, a lint roller or the small brush attachment of a vacuum on a low setting is highly effective at removing deep-seated dust or pet hair. To preserve the integrity of the fabric and the adhesive, avoid using liquid cleaners or submerging the shade in water.

This lamp features a base crafted from high-quality resin, a material valued for its incredible durability and resistance to chipping or cracking. While the totem design is meticulously detailed to resemble carved stone, the resin construction offers a more consistent finish and is less fragile than traditional ceramic. This makes it an excellent choice for high-traffic areas where a heavy-duty, long-lasting decorative piece is required.

While this lamp has a commanding 30.5-inch height, its 16.5-inch width is specifically scaled to fit comfortably on standard console tables or nightstands. In smaller apartments with limited overhead lighting, a larger table lamp like this acts as a primary light source, brightening dark corners and making the room feel more expansive. Its transitional "totem" style provides a sophisticated vertical element that adds visual interest without overwhelming the floor plan.

Safety and stability are key considerations in busy households. This lamp is designed with a sturdy, weighted resin base and a broad 16.5-inch diameter footprint, which provides a lower center of gravity and reduces the risk of tipping. The "carved stone" totem design is not only an aesthetic choice but also adds structural mass to the base, making it more resilient against accidental bumps from pets or children.

A general rule for proper lighting proportions is that a table lamp should be approximately 1.5 times the height of the table it sits on. For most side tables and nightstands, an ideal lamp height falls between 24 and 30 inches. Standing at 30.5 inches tall, this lamp is a stately, full-scale option that ensures the light source is positioned at a comfortable eye level for reading while seated or lying down, effectively minimizing glare.

A three-way switch provides exceptional versatility by allowing you to adjust the light intensity to suit your needs. You can use a low setting to create soft, ambient moods for relaxing, or a high setting for focused task lighting when reading or working. To utilize this feature, ensure you use a 3-way compatible bulb (sold separately), which contains two filaments to achieve three distinct levels of brightness.