{"id":4501,"date":"2018-08-09T22:25:07","date_gmt":"2018-08-09T22:25:07","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/?p=4501"},"modified":"2025-05-09T23:48:53","modified_gmt":"2025-05-09T23:48:53","slug":"back-to-school-lighting-essentials","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.destinationlighting.com\/fliptheswitch\/back-to-school-lighting-essentials\/","title":{"rendered":"Back to School: Lighting Essentials"},"content":{"rendered":"

Back to School |\u00a0<\/em>Shop the Look:<\/em> Lite Source Swing-Arm Clamp Desk Lamp<\/em><\/a><\/p>\n

Somehow its already August and the new school year is fast approaching. Whether you’re a college freshman, a seasoned grad-student, a teacher, or professor, you’re going to need a well-lit workspace. We’ve rounded up a selection of our favorite desk lamps, table lamps, and floor lamps to keep your desk bright and living space functional and cozy.<\/p>\n

Our Favorite Desk Lamps<\/h2>\n

Study in Style | Shop all Desk Lamps<\/a><\/p>\n

Desk lamps create direct, focused task lighting which reduces eye-strain while you read and makes you a considerate roommate when you pull an all-night study session.<\/p>\n

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Perfect for Your Desk, Bunk Bed, or Music Stand | Shop All Clip-On Desk Lamps<\/a><\/p>\n

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Our Favorite Table Lamps<\/h2>\n

Fun and Functional | Shop all Table Lamps<\/a><\/p>\n

Table lamps are a great accessory and perfect for a bedside table or in place of a desk lamp. Table lamps come in a variety of styles and colors to match your decor and coordinate with your roommate.<\/p>\n

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Our Favorite Floor Lamps<\/h2>\n

Perfect for Your New Dorm or Off-Campus Apartment | Shop All Floor Lamps<\/a><\/p>\n

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Our Favorite Accessories<\/h2>\n

Smart Solutions for Your Desk, Dorm, and Home<\/p>\n

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1. Hybrid LED Rope Light by American Lighting<\/a> | Rope lights are a better-looking alternative to classic Christmas lights. Use them to outline your ceiling or bed or get creative and use them to make a cool pattern on your wall.<\/p>\n

2. D12 Classic Desk Fan by Hunter<\/a> | This stylish desk fan is a great addition to your workspace to keep you cool on hot days.<\/p>\n

3. Power Pad Charging Station by Design Classics<\/a>\u00a0| Dorm room outlets aren’t always located in the most convenient places. Use this power pad on your desk or at your bedside to power your lamp, laptop, and cell phone all in the same easy to access space.<\/p>\n

Stay Connected<\/h2>\n

No matter what light you choose, your future is bright! Can\u2019t get enough lighting?\u00a0Follow us on\u00a0Pinterest<\/a>,\u00a0Instagram<\/a>, and\u00a0Facebook<\/a>!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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