Traditional standing lamps running halogen or incandescent bulbs produce warm, pleasing light. They also convert roughly 90 percent of their energy consumption into heat rather than light, require bulb replacement every 1,000 to 2,000 hours, and cost significantly more to run over a twelve-month period than their LED equivalents.
Energy consumption
A traditional 150W halogen floor lamp costs roughly £32 per year to run at four hours per day at UK average electricity rates. An equivalent LED floor lamp typically draws 15 to 25 watts for the same lumen output, reducing that cost to £3 to £5 per year. Units like the Marlboro LED Floor Lamp are designed to deliver the visual presence of a large traditional standing lamp with LED operating economics.
Lifespan
Halogen lamps: 1,000 to 2,000 hours before replacement is required. LED arrays: 25,000 to 50,000 hours under normal operating conditions. For a commercial environment running eight hours per day, that represents the difference between annual bulb replacement and a decade of maintenance-free operation.
Heat output
Halogen lamps produce significant radiated heat and should not be placed near soft furnishings. LED units produce minimal heat at the light-emitting surface, though the base unit requires adequate ventilation.
Dimming
Both formats support dimming, but LED units require a compatible LED dimmer switch rather than a standard trailing-edge dimmer. Confirm compatibility before installation.
Colour rendering
Modern high-CRI LED lamps at 90 CRI or above are now indistinguishable from halogen in colour rendering quality for most applications. For decorative impact, the Custom Circle LED Lamp offers a contemporary sculptural form that traditional standing lamp formats simply cannot match.
Browse Boardsy’s full floor and standing lamp range to find the right format for your home or commercial space.