Simons Maison
Maple Wood Table Lamps Set Of 2
This set of two table lamps features a cylindrical maple wood base and a cream cotton conical lampshade. Each lamp is handmade in Canada, requires some assembly, and is compatible with an A19 E26 LED bulb (bulb not included). Each lamp measures 14.5 inches high with an 11.5 by 11.5 inch base, making them suitable for bedside tables, desks, or living room side tables.
- Color
- Maple wood base with white cream shade
- Material
- Canadian maple wood with white cream cotton lampshade
- Style
- modern, minimalist
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lamps
Color
Size
Specifications
Set of two minimalist table lamps crafted from Canadian maple wood with white cream cotton lampshades, offering modern sophistication.
Compatible with A19 E26 LED bulb; handmade in Canada; some assembly required.
- Color
- Maple wood base with white cream shade · brown
- Material
- Canadian maple wood with white cream cotton lampshade
- Secondary
- cotton
- Style
- modern, minimalist
- Gender
- unisex
- Condition
- new
- Dimensions
- 11.5x11.5x14.5 in
- Category
- Home & Garden > Lighting > Lamps
Additional Attributes
- minimalist
- modern sophistication
- handmade in Canada
- some assembly required
- compatible with A19 E26 LED bulb
- white cream cotton lampshade
- maple wood base
- set of 2
Product Insights
This set of two lamps offers a solid Canadian maple base with unique grain and high hardness, paired with a cream cotton shade that detaches for shipping and provides high light transmittance but a concentrated downlight ideal for task illumination. The 2.9-lb base ensures stability on narrow surfaces, and the 7-foot cord allows flexible placement. However, the maple requires dust-only cleaning and will amber under UV light, and the shade's downlight is best for focused tasks rather than ambient lighting, priced at market rate for Canadian solid maple two-packs.
- Material
Solid Canadian maple base with unique grain; Janka hardness 1,450 lbf.
Why this is supported
The lamp base is made from
solid Canadian maple rather than veneer or engineered wood
What 'handmade in Canada' means for quality — solid_canadian_maple. Each lamp is individually handcrafted:
Each lamp is slightly different because each piece of wood is different
peterlanyonfurniture.co.uk. Hard maple has a Janka rating of
1,450 lbf on the Janka scale
sentientfurniture.com, making it denser and more durable than walnut or cherry. The wood's grain is
generally straight with a fine, even texture
sentientfurniture.comand under a clear coat,
the clean, pale wood reads as modern and minimal
cooperbuild.com. Over time, the natural oil in the wood
will amber over time with exposure to UV light
canadawestwood.caand
develops a soft patina with age rather than dramatic darkening
amishfurniturefactory.com.
According to material research, the lamp's base is made from
Maple: aka Sugar Maple, Hard Maple, Eastern Hard Maple, Canadian Maple
canadawestwood.cawith a Janka hardness rating of 1,450 lbf—
significantly harder than walnut (1,010), cherry (950), and most other domestic furniture species
sentientfurniture.com. Additionally, the construction is of solid Canadian maple, which gives the lamp a heavy, sturdy feel that resists tipping.
- Packaging
Cotton shade ships detached to prevent crushing and arrives crease-free.
Why this is supported
The lamp packaging ensures the shade arrives in perfect condition:
The lamp ships with the cotton shade detached to prevent the fabric from being crushed during delivery, so it arrives crease-free and looking as tailored as when it left the workshop.
What 'handmade in Canada' means for quality — shade_off_packaging- Care
Dust-only with dry microfiber; moisture can warp the solid maple base.
Why this is supported
Care documentation warns that
Wood is porous and can warp, swell, or crack if exposed to excess moisture
exoticdecor.us, so the routine should be dust-only with a dry microfiber. For stains on sealed surfaces,
a barely damp cloth with mild soap, followed by immediate drying, is safe
exoticdecor.us.
- Value
At $275 CAD, priced at the market rate for Canadian solid maple two-packs.
Why this is supported
The set costs $275 CAD, which aligns with
Solid Maple Table Lamp Set of 2 $270.00
thedecentliving.comfrom The Decent Living, a nearly identical product also handcrafted in Canada. For context, a single artisan piece like Oehl's
Arborlux Table Lamp $550.00 CAD
oehl.cais significantly more expensive, while imported alternatives such as Archiology's
Faunus Natural Solid Wood Table Lamp (Set of 2) $119.00 $76.99 /
thearchiology.comlist at around $77 USD for a pair, confirming the Simons set's value as premium Canadian-made maple lighting. Even local Vancouver maker East Van Light sells
per lamp, further reinforcing the competitiveness of the Simons set.
- Light transmittance
Cream cotton shade has high light transmittance, keeping output bright.
Why this is supported
The cream cotton shade has high light transmittance, as noted by lighting research:
White, cream and pale beige shades usually transmit more light.
goecolighting.comThis means the lamp stays bright enough for reading without needing a high-wattage bulb.
- Light direction
Cotton shade produces a concentrated, even downlight ideal for task illumination.
Why this is supported
The tightly woven cotton influences the light beam.
Tightly woven cotton emits warm, concentrated downward light.
jxlampshade.comCompared to other fabrics,
Cotton, being more uniform, provides a cleaner, more direct glow.
fenchelshades.comThis makes the lamp ideal for tasks while still filling the room with ambient light.
- Dust resistance
Cotton's tight weave keeps dust on the surface for easy monthly cleaning.
Why this is supported
Maintenance is simplified by the cotton's tight weave.
Because the weave is tighter, dust tends to sit on the surface rather than getting trapped in the fibers.
fenchelshades.comThis means a quick monthly pass with a lint roller or vacuum brush keeps the shade fully translucent.
- Bulb pairing
For best task light, pair with an 800-lumen A19 LED bulb.
Why this is supported
To achieve the best task lighting, bulb choice matters. One source advises:
With a fabric shade, check lumens rather than watts alone.
goecolighting.comA 60W-equivalent LED (800 lumens) provides sufficient output, and the cream shade's warm cast softens the light for a cozy feel.
- Proportion fit
Lamp height and width follow typical styling ratios for consoles and nightstands.
Why this is supported
The lamp at 14.5 inches tall is about half the height of a standard 30-inch console table, leaving wall space above. For lamp height relative to headboards,
As a general rule of thumb, I think a bedside lamp should be maybe two thirds of the headboard height.
inkl.com— here the 14.5-inch lamp meets that ratio for a 22-inch headboard. On wider surfaces,
Lamp Base Width: The lamp base should take up no more than one-third of the nightstand’s width.
navigz.com— the 11.5-inch base is under a third of a 36-inch nightstand, keeping the surface uncluttered.
- Lighting profile
At 14.5 inches, the shade sits below seated chin height, casting a soft ambient light.
Why this is supported
The lamp's shade is only 14.5 inches high, placing it below seated chin level.
The bottom of the lampshade should be at or slightly above the height of your head when you’re sitting up.
lampinsider.comThis lower position produces a soft ambient wash rather than direct task illumination, appropriate for relaxing environments.
- Stability
The 2.9 lbs maple base gives the lamp genuine heft on narrow surfaces.
Why this is supported
The lamp's base is solid Canadian maple, weighing 2.9 lbs each.
Each lamp in the set weighs approximately 2.9 lbs (1.3 kg)
What is the weight of each lamp?This heft keeps the lamp stable on narrow surfaces, resisting accidental tipping even with a compact footprint.
- Cord length
7-foot cord allows flexible placement away from an outlet.
Why this is supported
The power cord is 7 feet long
What is the length of the power cord?This extended length means the lamp can sit centered on a wide console or nightstand without requiring an outlet directly behind it.
- Aging
UV light ambers maple over time; avoid direct sun to prevent damage.
Why this is supported
The wood naturally
will amber over time with exposure to UV light
canadawestwood.caand
develops a soft patina with age rather than dramatic darkening
amishfurniturefactory.com. However, direct sunlight can cause damage:
Never place wood or rattan lamps in direct sunlight for extended periods — UV exposure causes fading, bleaching, and eventual cracking of natural wood fibres.
exoticdecor.us- Cleaning
Dry dust only; moisture can warp or crack the wood.
Why this is supported
The care instructions emphasize that
Wood is porous and can warp, swell, or crack if exposed to excess moisture.
exoticdecor.usTherefore, the base should be dusted dry; only for light marks on the lacquered surface may a barely damp cloth be used,
followed by immediate drying
exoticdecor.usto keep the wood safe.
- Grain
Fine grain gives a smooth, modern look under clear finish.
Why this is supported
The maple's grain is
straight with a fine, even texture that produces a smooth, consistent surface
sentientfurniture.comso that
Under a clear coat, the clean, pale wood reads as modern and minimal.
cooperbuild.com- Competitive pricing
At $137.50 per lamp, the set is cheaper than any single-lamp Canadian studio alternative.
Why this is supported
The set's per-lamp cost of $137.50 is sharply lower than every single-lamp Canadian studio wood lamp found in research. Oehl Vancouver's Arborlux is listed at
$550.00 CAD
oehl.ca, KAIKA's solid maple lamp costs
$320.00
inelement.ca, and East Van Light's maple lamps start at
$218.00
eastvanlight.comand go up to
$254.00
eastvanlight.com. By contrast, The Decent Living's nearly identical solid maple two-pack is priced at
$270.00
thedecentliving.com, confirming this set matches the market rate for a Canadian handmade maple pair. Imported alternatives are cheaper but do not offer Canadian maple and handcraft.
- Craftsmanship
Each lamp is handmade from solid Canadian maple, with unique grain patterns.
Why this is supported
The set is described as handmade in Canada from Canadian maple, and each lamp's wood grain is unique. A furniture maker notes,
Each lamp is slightly different because each piece of wood is different.
peterlanyonfurniture.co.ukThis aligns with the product's craftsmanship: the shade ships detached to avoid creasing, reflecting care in packaging.
- Assembly
Shade ships separately; attaches easily in seconds.
Why this is supported
The lamp arrives with the shade detached to prevent crushing.
The lamp ships with the cotton shade detached to prevent the fabric from being crushed during delivery
What 'handmade in Canada' means for quality — shade_off_packagingOnce the shade is placed on the base, the lamp is ready to use.
- Power cord
7-ft cord with inline switch for flexible placement.
Why this is supported
The power cord is 7 feet long and has an inline switch.
The power cord is 7 feet long
What is the length of the power cord?The switch type is confirmed:
This lamp uses an inline on/off switch on the cord, not a pull chain or socket knob
What type of switch does the lamp use (e.g., pull chain, rotary dimmer, on/off knob)?.
- Weight
2.9 lb (1.3 kg) per lamp, easy to lift.
Why this is supported
Each lamp weighs
Each lamp in the set weighs approximately 2.9 lbs (1.3 kg)
What is the weight of each lamp?, making it easy to reposition.
- Wood quality
Solid Canadian maple, unique grain; dust-clean, keep out of sun.
Why this is supported
The base is carved from solid Canadian maple, so each lamp has unique grain and a substantial feel.
Each lamp is slightly different because each piece of wood is different.
peterlanyonfurniture.co.ukThis material requires care:
Never place wood or rattan lamps in direct sunlight for extended periods — UV exposure causes fading, bleaching, and eventual cracking of natural wood fibres.
exoticdecor.usThe solid construction is explained:
Each base is carved from solid Canadian maple rather than veneer or engineered wood, giving the lamp genuine heft and a furniture-like feel that resists accidental tipping
What 'handmade in Canada' means for quality — solid_canadian_maple.
- Switch type
Inline on/off switch on the power cord.
Why this is supported
The Q&A for this lamp set specifies:
This lamp uses an inline on/off switch on the cord, not a pull chain or socket knob [4].
What type of switch does the lamp use (e.g., pull chain, rotary dimmer, on/off knob)?
Image Analysis
3 images- 01
Product
Two identical table lamps with short cylindrical light-wood bases and cream fabric conical shades, shown sitting on two wooden desks. Visible power cords run from the bases toward the back edge of the desks.
- Lamp base geometryShort vertical cylindrical base with straight sides and a flat top and bottom, finished in light natural wood visible grain.
2 regions
x 0.14 · y 0.66 · w 0.14 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.72 · y 0.66 · w 0.12 · h 0.18 (high) - Lampshade shape and materialClassic conical drum/cone shade with a wider bottom and narrower top, made from a light cream woven or fabric material that diffuses warm light.
2 regions
x 0.06 · y 0.52 · w 0.24 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.66 · y 0.52 · w 0.26 · h 0.18 (high) - IlluminationBoth shades are illuminated, casting warm soft light onto the desk surfaces and producing diffuse shadows behind decorative objects and on the wall.
- Power cordThin pale-colored cord emerges from the base of each lamp and runs toward the desk rear edge.
2 regions
x 0.20 · y 0.78 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (medium); x 0.80 · y 0.78 · w 0.12 · h 0.06 (medium) - PlacementEach lamp sits near the inner edge of two adjacent wooden desks, symmetrically positioned left and right in the image.
Other
Lifestyle scene showing a paired workspace with framed art, floating shelves, vases, dried flowers, two wooden desks and two office chairs. Warm directional sunlight creates visible shadows and soft highlights across the wall and surfaces.
- Scene compositionCentered framed abstract art hangs on the wall above the desks; two floating shelves with decorative vases and books flank the artwork.
2 regions
x 0.28 · y 0.05 · w 0.44 · h 0.46 (high); x 0.70 · y 0.06 · w 0.26 · h 0.24 (high) - DesksTwo wooden desks with flat tops, slender legs, and a small drawer on the right desk; wood tone is mid to warm brown.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.66 · w 0.40 · h 0.26 (high); x 0.46 · y 0.66 · w 0.44 · h 0.26 (high) - ChairsTwo light-gray upholstered office chairs with visible armrests and caster bases positioned in front of each desk.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.78 · w 0.34 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.64 · y 0.78 · w 0.34 · h 0.22 (high) - Decorative vases and flowersSmall clear glass vases with dried stems sit on each desk between the lamps, casting delicate shadows on the desk surfaces.
2 regions
x 0.32 · y 0.70 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high); x 0.57 · y 0.70 · w 0.08 · h 0.08 (high) - Lighting and shadowsStrong directional sunlight from upper left creates diagonal light bands and crisp soft shadows of plants and objects on the wall.
- Image qualityHigh-resolution, well-lit photograph with natural tones; no legible printed text visible on surfaces.
Colors
light maple· lamp base#C3AC93warm cream· lampshade#ECE9DD- Lamp base geometryShort vertical cylindrical base with straight sides and a flat top and bottom, finished in light natural wood visible grain.
- 02
Product
Two bedside table lamps, each with a cylindrical light wood base and a tapered fabric shade; both lamps are placed on round side tables at either side of a bed and are lit.
- Lamp count and placementTwo identical table lamps are visible, one on the left bedside table and one on the right bedside table beside the bed.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.56 · w 0.18 · h 0.21 (high); x 0.79 · y 0.56 · w 0.17 · h 0.22 (high) - Base geometry and materialEach lamp has a short cylindrical base with visible vertical wood grain and a light natural maple wood appearance.
2 regions
x 0.08 · y 0.61 · w 0.06 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.86 · y 0.62 · w 0.05 · h 0.12 (high) - Shade shape and finishBoth lamps have a conical/tapered fabric shade that is off-white or cream in color and emits warm light.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.53 · w 0.16 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.77 · y 0.53 · w 0.18 · h 0.12 (high) - IlluminationBoth shades are lit and casting a warm glow downward and slightly outward onto the bedside surfaces and nearby wall.
2 regions
x 0.05 · y 0.52 · w 0.20 · h 0.22 (high); x 0.75 · y 0.52 · w 0.22 · h 0.22 (high) - Lamp-top relation to tableEach lamp sits centrally on a small round bedside table surface with small objects nearby (books and a glass vase), partially visible.
2 regions
x 0.02 · y 0.61 · w 0.20 · h 0.18 (high); x 0.74 · y 0.62 · w 0.22 · h 0.18 (high)
Other
Bedroom lifestyle scene with neutral bedding, framed botanical prints above the bed, small vases of lavender on the bedside tables, and soft natural lighting from the left.
- Shot compositionCentered frontal shot of a bed with both bedside tables and lamps visible, symmetric composition with three framed prints above the headboard.
- Bedding and textilesThe bed is made with light beige/cream duvet and multiple pillows; a textured throw with fringe is draped across the foot of the bed.
1 region
x 0.22 · y 0.45 · w 0.56 · h 0.33 (high) - Wall artThree vertically oriented framed botanical prints with lavender illustrations are hung in a row above the bed; frames have a light wood finish.
1 region
x 0.32 · y 0.06 · w 0.36 · h 0.18 (high) - Bedside propsEach bedside table holds a small clear glass vase with purple lavender sprigs and a small stack of books beneath one of the vases.
2 regions
x 0.03 · y 0.65 · w 0.12 · h 0.12 (high); x 0.82 · y 0.64 · w 0.10 · h 0.12 (high) - Rug and floorA large circular woven jute rug is placed at the foot of the bed on a light wood floor; concentric woven pattern is visible.
1 region
x 0.07 · y 0.77 · w 0.86 · h 0.20 (high) - Lighting and shadowsSoft natural light from the left creates diagonal shadow bands on the wall above the headboard and gentle highlights on bedding and rug.
Colors
light maple wood· lamp basewarm cream· lamp shade#EAEAE5- Lamp count and placementTwo identical table lamps are visible, one on the left bedside table and one on the right bedside table beside the bed.
- 03
Product
Two table lamps with cylindrical light wood bases and tapered fabric shades placed on small wooden side tables at each end of a sofa; both lamps are illuminated and visible in a living room setting.
- Left lamp baseShort vertical cylindrical base made of light maple-colored wood with a smooth, matte finish; base sits directly on the square top of a small wooden side table.
1 region
x 0.03 · y 0.58 · w 0.18 · h 0.20 (high) - Right lamp baseShort vertical cylindrical base made of the same light maple-colored wood, positioned on a matching small wooden side table; base visible above the table top and below the lampshade.
1 region
x 0.78 · y 0.56 · w 0.12 · h 0.20 (high) - Left lampshadeWide conical fabric shade with a slightly warm off-white color; shade is lit from within producing a warm glow and soft gradient of light toward its lower edge.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.46 · w 0.26 · h 0.22 (high) - Right lampshadeMatching wide conical fabric shade in the same off-white tone, illuminated and casting soft light; the shade sits centered over the wooden cylinder base.
1 region
x 0.72 · y 0.45 · w 0.20 · h 0.24 (high) - Illumination and shadowBoth lamps are switched on, casting warm localized light onto the table surfaces and producing soft shadows on the sofa and nearby wall.
Other
Lifestyle living-room scene showing the lamps on side tables flanking a light beige sofa with cushions, a textured throw, framed abstract wall art above, and a woven rug on a wood floor; natural light from left produces additional shadows.
- Scene compositionPortrait-oriented lifestyle shot framing a central sofa with one lamp on each side standing on matching square wooden side tables.
- Sofa and textilesLight beige upholstered sofa with multiple textured throw pillows and a knit throw draped over the right seat cushion.
1 region
x 0.20 · y 0.48 · w 0.60 · h 0.30 (high) - ArtworkFramed abstract art with beige and light brown organic shapes hung above the sofa; the frame has a light wood finish.
1 region
x 0.33 · y 0.08 · w 0.34 · h 0.28 (high) - Flooring and rugLight wood floor with a textured neutral-toned woven area rug covering the foreground.
1 region
x 0.00 · y 0.83 · w 1.00 · h 0.17 (high) - Lighting conditionsEven soft ambient lighting with additional warm lamp light; visible reflections and soft shadows on the wall and artwork indicating directional light from left and from the lamps.
Colors
light maple· lamp base#E3DDD3warm off-white· lampshade#F1EFEA- Left lamp baseShort vertical cylindrical base made of light maple-colored wood with a smooth, matte finish; base sits directly on the square top of a small wooden side table.