Bohemian Wall Sconce

A boho wall light is recognisable by its shade woven from bamboo, rattan, hemp rope or raffia, mounted on a metal frame. For a sofa, aim for a large Ø50 or Ø60 cm shade on an adjustable arm with an E27 socket; for a hallway or WC, a small E14 format is enough.

What defines a boho wall light?

A boho wall light is recognisable by its natural woven materials, bamboo, rattan, rope or raffia, mounted on a metal or steel frame, often black or beige. It gives off a warm light, is fixed to the wall indoors (IP20) and comes in round, ball or leaf shades.

Bamboo, rattan or rope: what the material changes on the wall

Woven bamboo draws fine striations and lets a lot of light through. Rattan, more tightly woven, filters more and suits small rooms. Hemp rope gives a rustic, textured weave, as on the Fira wall light with its 23 x 25 cm shade. Raffia and natural grass give a softer, lighter finish.

Boho, modern, nordic: the styles that coexist

The whole selection is boho, with modern, nordic, contemporary or jungle accents depending on the reference. A round rattan shade fits anywhere, a bamboo ball leans nordic, a large black arm with a natural grass shade leans contemporary. To explore further, browse our lighting universe and all our wall lights.

Which boho wall light should you choose for a living room?

In a living room, look for a large woven shade, Ø50 or Ø60 cm, on an arc or adjustable arm, that lights the sofa without taking up floor space. Bamboo, rattan or hemp rope, an E27 socket and a warm white 2700 to 3500 K bulb give a soft light, suited to relaxing moments.

Modern living room wall light: which design should you choose?

Keep the line understated: round or ball shade, black metal frame, woven material for warmth. The bamboo arc wall light with adjustable arm carries a Ø60 cm shade and is adjusted before final tightening. Place them in pairs on either side of a sofa or a piece of furniture, keeping to a single family of materials. More ideas can be found in the selection of living room wall lights.

Powerful living room wall light: which bulb should you aim for?

The power comes from the bulb, not the fixture. An E27 LED at 2700 to 3500 K lights a living space generously without glare. Some models accept a dimmer, handy for lowering the light in the evening. The woven bamboo wall reading light pairs a Ø60 cm shade with an adjustable arm, perfect above an armchair.

Which format and arm reach for your wall?

The size of the shade decides the width of the halo, the reach of the arm decides the area lit. A Ø30 or Ø40 cm goes above a piece of furniture, a Ø50 or Ø60 cm lights a sofa. An extendable arm from 115 to 145 cm or an arc from 130 to 175 cm projects the light far from the wall.

Which shade size should you choose: Ø40, Ø50 or Ø60 cm?

A Ø40 cm lights a reading corner or a small table, with a contained footprint. The Ø50 cm suits a tall piece of furniture or a headboard. The Ø60 cm, mounted on an arc, lights a whole seat and replaces a floor lamp. The small 23 x 25 cm and 28 x 25 cm formats are placed in pairs.

Fixed, adjustable or extendable arm: which one should you take?

Direct fixing keeps the light close to the wall: ideal in a hallway or on either side of a bed. The adjustable arm lets you aim at the surface to be lit, the extendable arm moves it several tens of centimetres. To choose according to the wall, compare in indoor wall lighting.

Bamboo, rattan, rope or crystal: which material for which effect?

Bamboo and rattan filter the light while drawing striations on the wall, hemp rope and raffia give a rougher, more textured weave. Crystal and brass play on shine. All these materials are cleaned dry, with a soft cloth.

Which material for a warm, filtered light?

Natural weaving filters the light without blocking it: the wider the mesh, the stronger the halo. Hemp rope, raffia and natural grass give the warmest finish, with soft shadows on the wall. To compare with other materials, see the glass models and the metal versions, more graphic.

Crystal and brass: when should you move away from all-natural?

Crystal and brass dress a studio, an office or a mood room where you want a more sparkling light. These pieces take up the boho silhouette with a more upright material. The gold finishes pair well with a dark wall.

How do you install and care for a boho wall light?

These wall lights are fixed to the wall in a dry indoor space: all are IP20, with no water protection. They are placed at eye or seat height, aligning models placed in pairs. Care is done dry, with no damp product on bamboo, rattan or rope.

At what height should you place a wall light?

Generally, it is placed at around 1.50 to 1.70 m from the floor in a hallway or on a staircase, and around 1.10 to 1.20 m for reading in bed. Above a worktop, allow 60 to 70 cm between the bottom of the shade and the surface. The arm is adjusted before final tightening, then the alignment is checked by eye.

Is a waterproof outdoor wall light possible with these models?

No. The references in this collection are all IP20, intended for dry indoor use. An outdoor wall light requires a higher protection rating, which these models do not offer. For a terrace or a facade, choose a fixture designed for outdoor use. Likewise, a wireless battery wall light is a different product.

Boho chic wall light: which rooms and which combinations?

Boho chic plays on two materials and one finish: rattan and black metal, bamboo and beige, rope and brass. In a bedroom, two wall lights replace bedside tables; in a staircase or hallway, several small formats punctuate the wall; in a toilet, a compact model is enough.

Toilet and WC design wall light: which model?

In a small space, a compact black rattan format works well: the Lotus black rattan wall light is mounted on the side or above the mirror, with an E14 socket and 10 W. A warm white bulb compensates for the small surface and avoids the cold bathroom effect.

How do you give a country chic touch to your wall lighting?

The country chic wall light spirit comes from raw materials and beige or brown finishes, paired with a woven shade without frills. For a bedroom, look at the bedroom wall lights and the headboard models. For a hallway or an entrance, the hallway wall lights are placed in series.

For a dining room, a large shade above a sideboard replaces a bulky pendant: see the dining room wall lights. Above a desk, the raffia version with a large arc arm brings the light down onto the worktop. A dark hallway benefits from multiplying points: lighting a staircase or a landing is done in small aligned touches.

Which bulb for a powerful LED wall light?

The power comes from the bulb you install: these models take an E27 socket up to 40 W, or an E14 for small formats. An LED in warm white 2700 to 3500 K lights without glare. Some models accept a dimmer.

E27 or E14: which socket for which room?

The E27 takes the most common and most powerful bulbs: living room, bedroom, dining room. The E14, narrower, fits the small shades of a hallway, staircase, entrance or toilet. Check the socket stated on the product sheet before buying the bulb, as it is not always included.

Dimmer and light temperature: how do you set the mood?

A warm light, around 2700 to 3000 K, creates a relaxing mood; a more neutral white around 3500 K stays comfortable for reading. Cold white, beyond 4500 K, is reserved for work areas and pairs poorly with rattan. Some models accept a dimmer to adjust the intensity in the evening.

Where can you find an original wall light, and which mistakes should you avoid?

An original wall light plays on shape and material: leaf, ball or tube shade, hemp rope, raffia, or more dressed up, crystal and brass. Character pieces can be found in the ball formats, the modern lines and the office models.

Four mistakes come up often. Buying a model thinking you will install it outside, when it is IP20. Forgetting that the bulb is not always included. Overlooking the footprint of the arm, which can get in the way of a door or a curtain. Mixing too many styles in the same room, when two materials are enough. A decorative hook without light lights nothing: prefer a wall light to a wall shelf placed too high.

Once the format is chosen, order in the right place: the bamboo version with adjustable arm and the extendable Ø50 reading light cover large walls, the Elma in rattan and bamboo suits shorter walls.

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