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Nursery lighting

Lamps, sconces, and ceiling lights for the nursery.

Woven rattan pendant and pleated table lamp glowing in a cozy nursery cornerLighting
  • 26models tracked
  • $29 to $399price range

Nursery lighting by budget

The 21 nursery lighting with a published list price, split into thirds by price. A to Z within each lane. Price isn't a quality rating.

Budget-friendlyUnder $1107
Mid-range$110 to $1807
Splurge$180 and up7

All 26 nursery lighting

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Crate & Kids Arden Enamel Cream Kids Table Lamp $109
Crate & Kids Bouquet Sage Green 22" Kids Flower Flush Mount Ceiling Light22 in wide; 8 in ceiling plate $399
Crate & Kids Jenny Lind Maple Wood Kids Floor Lamp $329
Crate & Kids Jenny Lind Maple Wood Kids Table Lamp $179
Crate & Kids Little Lights Navy Triceratops Kids Wood Table Lamp $255
Crate & Kids Little Lights Retro Rainbow Hot Air Balloon Kids Wood Table Lamp $255
Crate & Kids Modern Dome White Touch Kids Table Lamp $99
Crate & Kids Nimbus 21" Kids Semi-Flush Mount Ceiling Light21 in wide; 6 in ceiling plate $329
Crate & Kids Pixi White Metal and Wood Kids Swivel Plug-In Wall Sconce $139
Crate & Kids Sadie Scalloped Cream Kids Floor Lamp $249
IKEA AFTONSPARV LED table lamp, rocket/multicolour30.7 cm high, 15.1 cm base diameter –
IKEA BLÅVINGAD LED wall lamp, turtle/green25 cm x 19 cm x 7 cm –
IKEA GREJSIMOJS LED table lamp, dimmable, dog blue27 cm high x 30 cm long x 18 cm wide –
IKEA SOLBO table lamp, white/owl, 9"9 in high, 6 in base diameter $29.99
IKEA UPPLYST LED wall lampcloud: 30 cm x 8 cm x 19 cm –
JONATHAN Y Bradley 16" Modern Industrial Iron Brachiosaurus LED Kids' Lamp8 in L x 17 in W x 16 in H $184.99
JONATHAN Y Houston 17.5" Coastal Style Iron/Resin Rocket LED Kids' Table Lamp with Phone Stand and USB Charging Port9 in x 9 in x 17.5 in H $153.99
Oeuf Large Mushroom Lamp11.5 x 11.75 in $160
Oeuf Le Lamp Rabbit9 x 10 in $110
Oeuf Small Mushroom Lamp5.9 x 11 in $110
Pillowfort 2pk Floral Shade Kids' Wall Sconces (TCIN 91652589)11 in H x 10.75 in W x 8.5 in D each; pack of 2 $60
Pillowfort 2pk Globe Kids' Wall Sconces (TCIN 91652585)5 in H x 4.75 in W x 4.62 in D each; pack of 2No cord $50
Pillowfort Fluted Kids' Table Lamp (TCIN 89148952)15.5 in H x 10.5 in W x 10.5 in D $35
Pillowfort Kids' Table Lamp Pink/Wood (TCIN 88883711)16 in H x 9.5 in W x 9.5 in D $30
Pottery Barn Kids Rechargeable Chambray Wall Sconce (10")10 inNo cord $149
Crate & Kids White Terrazzo Kids Table LampDiscontinued –

Nursery lighting by the numbers

The 26 we compare, from each maker's published specs. Ranges, not ratings.

  • Price$29.99 to $399; the middle half $99 to $249 (21 of 26 publish it)

Lights by power

LightPowerMounting
Pottery Barn Kids Rechargeable Chambray Wall Sconce (10")No cord, per the maker–
2pk Globe Kids' Wall Sconces - PillowfortNo cord, per the makerwall-mounted; adult assembly required
Crate & Kids Modern Dome White Touch Kids Table LampPlug-in, per the maker–
Crate & Kids White Terrazzo Kids Table LampPlug-in, per the maker–
Crate & Kids Arden Enamel Cream Kids Table LampPlug-in, per the maker–
Crate & Kids Jenny Lind Maple Wood Kids Table LampPlug-in, per the maker–
Crate & Kids Little Lights Retro Rainbow Hot Air Balloon Kids Wood Table LampPlug-in, per the maker–
Crate & Kids Little Lights Navy Triceratops Kids Wood Table LampPlug-in, per the maker–
Crate & Kids Sadie Scalloped Cream Kids Floor LampPlug-in, per the maker–
Crate & Kids Jenny Lind Maple Wood Kids Floor LampPlug-in, per the maker–
Crate & Kids Pixi White Metal and Wood Kids Swivel Plug-In Wall SconcePlug-in, per the makerplug-in installation (maker)
IKEA UPPLYST LED wall lampPlug-in, per the makerwall-mounted; secure the cord to the wall with the included cord fasteners
IKEA BLÅVINGAD LED wall lamp, turtle/greenPlug-in, per the makerwall-mounted; secure the cord to the wall with the included cord fasteners
IKEA GREJSIMOJS LED table lamp, dimmable, dog bluePlug-in, per the maker–
IKEA AFTONSPARV LED table lamp, rocket/multicolourPlug-in, per the maker–
IKEA SOLBO table lamp, white/owl, 9"Plug-in, per the maker–
Kids' Table Lamp Pink/Wood - PillowfortPlug-in, per the maker–
Fluted Kids' Table Lamp Purple - PillowfortPlug-in, per the maker–
2pk Floral Shade Kids' Wall Sconces - PillowfortPlug-in, per the makerwall-mounted; adult assembly required
JONATHAN Y Bradley 16" Modern Industrial Iron Brachiosaurus LED Kids' LampPlug-in, per the maker–
Oeuf Large Mushroom LampPlug-in, per the maker–
Oeuf Le Lamp RabbitPlug-in, per the maker–
Oeuf Small Mushroom LampPlug-in, per the maker–
Crate & Kids Nimbus 21" Kids Semi-Flush Mount Ceiling Light––
Crate & Kids Bouquet Sage Green 22" Kids Flower Flush Mount Ceiling Light––
JONATHAN Y Houston 17.5" Coastal Style Iron/Resin Rocket LED Kids' Table Lamp with Phone Stand and USB Charging Port––

What to look for in nursery lighting

The range across every decor piece here, with the typical middle half shaded and the shortlist marked.

Price

What it lists for at the maker or a major store. Sales move this often.

SOLBO table lamp, white/owl, 9"
$29.99middle $149$399

Typical: $99 to $249. 21 of 26 list it. Lowest price: SOLBO table lamp, white/owl, 9".

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Questions about nursery lighting

Answers come from each maker's published specs. Safety and health questions link to the agency or medical source.

What is the most affordable nursery light?

The IKEA SOLBO table lamp, white/owl, 9" at $29.99 list price, of the 26 we track.

What about cords in the nursery?

Nursery setup: see CPSC's Safe Nursery guide and the AAP's guide to safe sleep. Check the label and the maker's instructions, and ask your pediatrician about your child.

Still wondering? Write to us at hello@cribpicks.com and we'll look it up.

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