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Task Lighting

Desk lamps, table lamps and floor lamps are great, affordable types of Task Lighting that can help you save energy and money.

By using one smaller light instead of whole room lights, you can use less energy because you are only lighting the area you need, not the whole room. You also get better light because you can focus it exactly where you want it.

Desk and Table Lights

Photo of a clip on task light. Task lights are affordable, easy to find and come in a variety of styles and colors. You can get one that sits right on the table or desk. If you need to move the light around, you can get one with a flexible arm or a top that swivels that allows you to do that.

If you want to save space, you can get a lamp that clips on to the edge of the table, bookshelf, etc. You just need some kind of ledge for the clip to attach to.

Either type of lamp allows you to focus the light directly where you want it, whether it's reading, working on the computer, doing homework, etc.

Floor Lamps

Photo of a floor lamp next to a sofa. Perfect next to a chair for reading or behind the couch. Maybe you just want a little light while watching television. If you like to leave a light on when you're not at home, leaving just a floor lamp on can be quite energy efficient.

Floor lamps can be quite decorative, from traditional wood looks to contemporary metal styles.



Don't Forget The Energy Efficient Bulbs!

Save even more energy no matter what types of lighting you use with the right bulbs. The two most common energy efficient light bulbs are Light Emitting Diode Lamps (LED's) and Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFL's). Both types use less energy and last longer than regular bulbs. You can even get a 3 way bulb so you can even choose how strong the light will be.

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