There are certainly some criteria in choosing table lamps. Before buying one consider the style in reference to the rest of your decor at home, consider wattage and function and of course the size. With table lamps size matters. If you are using it for reading make sure it is big enough to light an area where you are going to be sitting. If it’s used as a decorative accent, any size will do but the smaller to medium size lamps are better. When it comes to height it should be level to the ear of a person seated next to it so prevent the bulb from being to glary. Don’t pick the first prettiest lamp you see, make sure you consider the height of your table and the distance from the floor and ear before you start to shop.