Dear Gail: I’ve been looking for new lamps for my living room, and I like that the stores now have mix-and-match lamps and shades. But how do I go about selecting the right shade for a lamp? Nicole ...

When choosing lamps, it’s easy to get caught up in the aesthetics. But you also need to consider the size of the lamp, the surface it will sit on and how you will use it. “Scale really matters,” says ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. If you need an affordable lamp, the thrift store is the perfect place to find one. There are typically a wide variety of designs and sizes ...