Floor lamp assembly in Exeter
Professional floor lamp assembly services in Exeter and surrounding areas. Local, reliable handyman - no job too small.
Price Guide
£60
Typical Duration
20-30 mins
Location
Exeter, Devon
Floor lamp assembled and positioned properly. Whether it's simple or awkward, I'll get it together correctly, fit the shade level, choose the right position, and make sure it lights your space the way you want.
When The Floor Lamp Defeats You
Box arrives. Heavy base. Long pole. Finicky shade fitting. Instructions in Chinese and German, not English.
You try assembling it. Shade won't sit straight. Can't work out which bit goes where. Bulb fitting doesn't match. Now it's in pieces on the floor and you're annoyed.
💡 Some lamps assemble easily. Some don't. Either way, getting the position right matters more than people think.
What's Involved
🔧 Assembly
- Work out which pieces go where
- Attach pole to base securely
- Fit shade and bulb
- Check everything's straight and secure
📍 Positioning
- Consider what the lamp's for (reading? ambient? task lighting?)
- Position at right height and distance
- Check it doesn't create glare
- Ensure cable routes safely
Lamp Positioning Matters
| Wrong Position | Right Position | The Difference |
|---|---|---|
| In the corner (looks tidy) | Beside reading chair | Actually useful vs decorative |
| Random spot | Behind chair at shoulder height | Light where you need it |
| Shade at eye level | Shade above eye level | No glare vs can't look at it |
What You Get
| Stage | What Happens |
|---|---|
| Assemble | Put lamp together correctly |
| Position | Work out where it needs to go |
| Adjust | Get shade level, height right |
| Test | Switch it on, check it works |
📦 The Result
- Properly assembled lamp
- Positioned for actual use
- Level shade, working electrics
- Room lighting improved
Types Of Floor Lamps
Standard (traditional)
- Pole, base, shade
- Simple assembly
- 15-20 mins
Arc (overhanging)
- Heavy base, curved pole
- Needs balance checking
- Position matters more
- 20-30 mins
Tripod (three legs)
- Legs, shade, bulb
- Angle adjustment important
- 15-20 mins
Reading (adjustable)
- Multiple joints
- Fiddly shade attachment
- Positioning critical for use
- 20-30 mins
Pricing Guide
| What's Involved | Estimated Time | You'll Pay |
|---|---|---|
| Standard floor lamp assembly | 20 mins | £60 |
| Complex/arc/designer lamp | 30 mins | £60 |
| Multiple lamps | 20-30 mins each | £60 |
Based on £60 minimum (first hour) + £50/hr after. Bulbs extra if I'm supplying them.
This Service Is Perfect If...
✅ Heavy/awkward lamp - struggle to manage alone
✅ Lost instructions - can't work out assembly
✅ Want it positioned right - not just anywhere
✅ Multiple lamps - living room set all at once
Why Choose Us for Floor lamp assembly in Exeter?
Lamp assembled correctly first time
Shade fitted properly and level
Positioned where it works best
Tested and working before leaving
What to Expect
Step 1: Unpack & Check
Get all the pieces out, check nothing's missing or damaged. Work out the assembly sequence (some lamps need specific order).
Step 2: Assemble
Put it together - base, pole, shade, bulb. Make sure everything's tight and secure. Get the shade sitting level.
Step 3: Position & Test
Work out best location for what you're using it for. Position it properly. Plug in, switch on, check it lights the space how you want.
🔧 DIY Tips
Want to assemble it yourself? Here's the approach:
🔧 Tools you'll need
- Usually nothing (most are tool-free assembly)
- Sometimes Allen key or screwdriver (provided in box)
- Someone to help with heavy/tall ones
📐 Assembly process
- Lay out all pieces - check nothing's missing
- Attach base - this is usually heaviest/most stable bit
- Add pole - screw or clip into base securely
- Fit shade - varies by type, usually screws or clips on top
- Add bulb - check wattage maximum on lamp
- Test before positioning - easier to fix problems before moving it
⚠️ Common mistakes
- Not tightening base properly (lamp wobbles)
- Shade at wrong angle (looks wonky)
- Positioning before testing (then have to move it if faulty)
- Wrong bulb type (doesn't fit or too powerful)
💡 Pro trick: For reading lamps, position them behind and beside your chair, shade at shoulder height when you're seated. Light should fall on your book/tablet/whatever without shining in your eyes. Test by actually sitting and reading before committing to the position.
Rather leave it to a pro? No problem - that's what I'm here for. Give me a call.
Good to Know
🎨 LED bulbs: Most modern lamps work better with LED bulbs - last longer, use less electricity, don't get hot. Check what fitting type your lamp needs (bayonet or screw) and get LED equivalent of whatever wattage it recommends.
Heavy bases: Arc lamps and designer floor lamps often have seriously heavy bases for stability. Makes them safe but awkward to move. Worth getting position right first time.
Cable management: Floor lamp cables are trip hazards. Route them along walls or under furniture where possible. Cable clips or covers if they cross walking areas.
Dimmer compatibility: If you want to dim your floor lamp, make sure you get dimmable bulbs AND a compatible dimmer. Not all LEDs work with all dimmers.
Frequently Asked Questions
Isn't assembling a floor lamp easy?
Usually yes - pole, base, shade, bulb, done. But some have awkward fittings, heavy bases, or complicated shade attachments. And positioning matters - too close to seating and it's glare in your eyes, too far and it's useless. I'll get it assembled and positioned right.
What if I've lost the instructions?
Most floor lamps follow similar patterns. I'll work it out - assembled hundreds of them. Even the awkward designer ones usually make sense once you've seen a few.
Can you move furniture to position it?
Yes - often the lamp position means shifting a chair or side table. I'll help get your room arranged so the lamp works properly for reading/lighting/whatever you need it for.
What about the bulb?
If you've got the right bulb, I'll fit it. If not, I can advise what you need (LED, wattage, fitting type) and can pick one up if needed. Modern lamps often need specific bulb types.
Will it look right once positioned?
That's the point - I'll work out where it actually needs to go for good lighting, not just plonk it in a corner. Reading light needs to be behind/beside your chair at right height. Ambient lighting needs positioning for even room glow.
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