Amber-colored light bulbs
This selection is also available in our French store: Ampoules coloris ambré
Guide & inspirationIndice IP d'un luminaire extérieur : la bonne protection par zoneRead the guide →
- Tracked delivery to your country Tracked delivery
- Secure payment at checkout Multiple payment methods
- 14 days to change your mind 14-day returns
- Secure payment Secure payment
Not sure of your style? Find it in 30 seconds
A few questions, and we will show you the pieces made for you.
Frequently asked questions
How do I choose the right product?
What are the delivery times?
Can I return an item?
Can I pay in instalments?
An interior that reflects who you are
Carefully selected pieces, shipped from our warehouses. Our team advises you before you buy, so you choose with confidence.
- Tracked delivery
- Pay in instalments, where available
- 14 days to change your mind
- Advice & showroom in Lyon, France
Count on an amber-tinted glass bulb for warm white light, between 2700 and 3500 K, that lets the filament show and stays decorative once switched off. This selection comes in E27 and E14 caps, in LED technology, to equip a pendant, a ceiling light or a wall light. Find all the references in all the bulbs in the catalogue.
What light does an amber light bulb give?
An amber light bulb shines in warm white, between 2700 and 3500 K: the light is soft, slightly golden, with no blue cast. The tinted glass filters the rays and reveals the filament when the bulb has one. Switched on, it warms the room; switched off, it stays decorative on the fixture.
Amber light bulbs: why the light looks warmer
The warm white temperature, measured between 2700 and 3500 K across the whole selection, sits in the range usually reserved for rooms where you spend the evening. The tint of the glass adds a golden layer on top: the result looks warmer than a clear bulb of the same temperature. To gauge the gap, compare with white bulbs: same kelvins, a more neutral feel. The 2700K bulbs and the 3000K bulbs give two useful warmth benchmarks.
Amber light bulbs: what the tinted glass changes
Tinted glass plays two roles. Switched on, it slightly colours the light; switched off, it gives the bulb the presence of a small object, which matters on a pendant or a chandelier left visible. All the references in this selection are in glass and LED technology, filament included.
E27 or E14: which cap for an amber light bulb?
The cap is chosen on the socket of the fixture, not on the light result. E27 is the large screw cap of pendants, ceiling lights and living room lamps; E14, thinner, fits the small sockets of bedrooms, wall lights and kitchens. Check the socket before ordering.
Amber light bulbs in E27 cap: pendants, ceiling lights and living room lamps
Unscrew the bulb in place and compare the thread: the large pitch corresponds to E27. Two references in the selection are in this format, including the retro E27 amber filament bulb, to be reserved for fixtures that accept it through their socket and available space. The full catalogue is sorted in E27 cap bulbs.
E14 candle bulbs: small sockets for bedrooms and kitchens
The small screw cap is recognised by its reduced diameter. It fits candle bulbs, often used on bedroom chandeliers and wall lights. Check the depth available in the socket before choosing a globe shape rather than a candle. See the E14 bulbs and the LED bulbs for the rest of the formats.
| Cap | Fixtures that take it | Rooms in the selection | Format observed | Wattages recorded |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| E27 | Pendant, ceiling light, chandelier, living room lamp | Living room, dining room, sheltered outdoor | 5 × 12.5 cm and 3.5 × 10 cm | 16 W; 1 W; 2 W |
| E14 | Candle bulb, wall light, small lamp | Bedroom, kitchen, living room, dining room | 5.5 × 2.3 cm | 5 W |
In which rooms to install amber light bulbs?
The selection is recorded for the living room, the dining room, the bedroom, the kitchen and sheltered outdoor use. Warm white suits rooms where you stay in the evening: living room, dining room, bedroom. In the kitchen, the amber bulb lights meals without harshness; outdoors, it stays under cover, the index recorded being IP20.
Amber light bulb for an adult bedroom ceiling light
On a bedroom ceiling light, look first at the socket, then the wattage: a low-power bulb is enough for accent light above the bed. For more present lighting, move up to a filament reference. The E14 cap suits small ceiling lights, E27 the wider models. Browse the bedroom bulbs for this kind of need.
Dining room pendant and chandelier: which bulb
Above a table, a pendant calls for a bulb whose filament is visible: amber and the globe shape give that result. On a chandelier with several sockets, count the total wattage the fixture allows before replacing everything. The living room bulbs also cover the dining room. Then choose the Designix fixtures that will host these bulbs.
How to match an amber light bulb with its fixture and decor?
Amber matches warm metals: brass, gold, black metal. On a gold or brass fixture, amber glass extends the tint; on black, it creates a readable contrast. The selection is contemporary in style, with modern, vintage and rustic readings depending on the fixture that hosts it.
Globe shape: glass that runs through the fixture
All the references in this selection are globe shaped, which lights in every direction and suits open pendants as well as wall lights. The glass lets light through, the metal and brass dress the cap. An opaque shade will however hide all the work of the glass: prefer an open frame instead. See the glass bulbs.
Amber light bulbs or white bulbs: how to decide
Amber warms the scene and highlights a gold or black frame. Tinted white stays more discreet and blends into a light interior. If you hesitate in a bright room with white walls, amber brings the contrast; in an already very colourful space, it can overload. Compare with the black bulbs and the modern style bulbs.
Which wattage to choose and what does the IP20 index mean?
Wattage is chosen according to the fixture and the desired effect: the values recorded range from 1 to 16 W depending on the references. The IP20 index indicates protection against solid bodies, without water resistance: these amber light bulbs are installed indoors or under cover. The warranty is two years.
Amber light bulbs and IP20 index: indoor or sheltered outdoor
IP20 corresponds to indoor use: a dry room, a covered porch, a closed lantern. Direct exposure to rain calls for another reference, better protected. A wattage of 1 or 2 W is enough for an accent light point, 5 W covers everyday use, 16 W gives a more present filament. The filament bulbs sit within this logic.
Unbreakable E27 outdoor filament bulb: what the listing says
This reference exists for sheltered outdoor use, in E27 cap, in a compact format of 3.5 × 10 cm, in 1 and 2 W. It combines glass, metal and plastic, which makes it less fragile in transport and handling. It remains IP20: under an awning, never in driving rain. See the unbreakable E27 outdoor filament bulb.
How to install and maintain an amber light bulb?
Cut the power at the breaker, let the old bulb cool, then screw the new one in by hand without forcing. Do not touch the glass of a filament bulb with your fingers: handle it by the cap. A dry cloth is enough for dust, with no product on the glass.
Screwing in an E27 or E14 bulb without forcing the socket
Screw in until contact, without tightening further: tinted glass cracks under excessive strain. If the socket resists, stop and check the thread. If in doubt about the compatibility of the fixture, the Designix customer service answers before purchase. The catalogue of E27 LED bulbs helps compare formats.
Cleaning a tinted glass bulb without damaging it
Switch off and let cool, then wipe with a soft, dry cloth. Avoid household products on the glass: they can dull the tint. Also check from time to time the state of the filament and the absence of cracks, a sign that the bulb needs replacing. The two-year warranty covers the selection.
Amber light bulb or tinted bulb: what is the glass tint for?
The amber tint of the glass colours the light and the fixture itself. It gives the impression of an old filament bulb, even in LED technology, and makes the bulb decorative when switched off. It changes neither the cap nor the wattage: these two choices remain independent of colour.
Glass tint and light colour: do not confuse them
A bulb coloured in the sense of glass tint does not change the warm white temperature recorded between 2700 and 3500 K: it slightly colours it. Light colour, on the other hand, is measured in kelvins. These two notions are chosen separately. The retro bulbs illustrate this assumed glass tint well.
Amber as a visual signature
This is what sets a retro bulb apart from a classic white bulb: the E14 candle soft amber bulb plays this card in a small format, glass and brass. For a bedroom wall light, better to choose an amber light bulb with an E14 cap, in a small format and at low wattage.
| Criterion | What the selection offers | What it changes on site |
|---|---|---|
| Shape | Globe across the whole selection | A round volume that lights in every direction |
| Materials | Glass, metal, brass, fabric, plastic depending on the references | The glass reveals the filament, the metal and brass dress the cap |
| Visible colours | Gold, white and black depending on the references | Matches a gold, black or light fixture |
| Styles | Contemporary, modern, vintage, rustic | Moves from a current interior to an older mood |
| Light temperature | Warm white 2700-3500 K | A warm mood, with no cold cast |
| Protection index | IP20 | Indoor and sheltered outdoor only |
| Technology and warranty | LED, 2-year warranty | Long-term use and covered replacement |
Frequently asked questions about amber light bulbs
What colour is amber?
Amber is a warm colour between yellow and orange, named after fossil resin. On a bulb, it translates into a golden tinted glass that warms the warm white light and reveals the filament. It is not a light colour, but a glass tint.
What colours do bulbs come in?
In this selection, amber glass combines with gold, white and black finishes depending on the references. The light diffused remains warm white, between 2700 and 3500 K. Other glass tints exist elsewhere in the catalogue, notably among the E27 LED filament bulbs.
What is an amber light bulb?
It is a bulb whose glass is tinted amber: it gives a slightly golden warm white light and stays decorative once switched off. It exists here in E27 and E14 caps, in LED technology, with an IP20 protection index and a two-year warranty.
How to choose an amber light bulb for an adult bedroom ceiling light?
First check the cap of the ceiling light: E27 for most ceiling lights and pendants, E14 for small sockets. Then choose the effect: a low wattage for accent light, 16 W for a more present filament bulb. Warm white suits a bedroom.
Can an amber light bulb be installed outdoors?
The selection includes a reference presented for outdoor use, with an IP20 protection index recorded. This corresponds to protection against solid bodies, without water resistance: it is installed under a porch, a shelter or in a closed lantern. Direct exposure to rain calls for another reference.
Do amber light bulbs exist in E14 cap?
Yes, the selection includes a candle format in E14 cap, in glass and brass, designed for the small sockets of bedrooms, wall lights or kitchens. The other references are in E27 cap. The warm white light result stays the same from one cap to the other.
Modern bedroom chandelier: which amber light bulb to choose?
A bedroom chandelier with E14 sockets takes candle bulbs in amber glass, discreet thanks to their small format. On a chandelier with E27 sockets, retro amber filament bulbs take up more space but stand out more. Count the available wattage of the fixture before replacing everything.
Choosing and ordering an amber light bulb
Locate the cap on the socket, then the space available in the fixture: this is what decides between an E27 globe format and an E14 candle format. The style of the fixture then guides the finish of the glass. To compare, browse the dimmable LED bulbs if your fixture is on a dimmer, and the other caps if the socket is neither E27 nor E14.
Secure payment, tracked delivery, possible returns and Designix customer service for any question on the compatibility of a fixture. The two-year warranty covers the whole selection.
