Lighting for Layouts?

[RobertInOntario]

I've just recently moved my small HO layout to a different part of our basement. The layout fits nicely into this nook but the lighting isn't as good. I had used a fairly large desk lamp before but it's "on its last legs" and doesn't look that good.

So my wife bought me two small desk lamps from Canadian Tire but they're too small and don't give off enough light. After running the layout for 20-30 minutes, I often feel a little tired -- so I guess it's pretty obvious that poor lighting can cause some sort of fatigue.

I know that, in the UK, one manufacturer has developed some lights specifically for model railways -- but they cost a lot and I think this is a little OTT!

Just wondering what sort of lights other members use or recommend ... I'm thinking of heading back to Canadian Tire this weekend and simply buying a larger, brighter desk lamp that can swing over the layout.

Thanks,

Rob