Bronze and brass table lamps

Place the lamp on the furniture along the sofa or bed, then adjust its intensity: that is the gesture that turns a dark corner into a reading corner. The bronze and brass table lamps in this selection are intended for the living room and the bedroom, with an E14 base, an IP20 rating and an optional dimmer on each model.

Which bronze and brass table lamps should you choose for the living room and bedroom?

The choice comes down to three points: the height of the furniture that will hold them, the way the shade diffuses light, and the presence of a dimmer. An E14 base and IP20 protection are suitable for a dry interior, living room or bedroom. Browse our lighting catalogue to see these models within the full range of families.

Bedside lamp or living room accent lamp: the same lamp?

The gold bedside lamp sits on each side of the bed, at mattress height, for reading and then falling asleep. The same lamp, on a living room console, becomes a low point of light that does not illuminate the whole room. The format and the E14 base are identical; it is the use and the dimming that change everything. Our designer table lamps for the living room show this shift from one room to another.

Floor lamp or table lamp: what should you choose depending on the room?

A floor lamp lights from above and takes up floor space: it suits a large living room, near a sofa. A table lamp slips onto a side table, a trolley or a chest of drawers, with no floor footprint. In a narrow bedroom, the table format frees up movement around the bed, and the dimmer avoids switching on a light that is too bright on waking.

Which shade of brass or bronze should you choose in a room?

Gold brass reflects light strongly and brightens the room; brushed brass, more matte, shows fewer marks; bronze or aged brass gives a darker amber tone. In a light interior, a light shade blends in; on dark wood, gold stands out more.

Bronze and gold brass table lamps: for which interior?

Light gold loves contrasts: white walls, dark worktop, a few touches of black. It also works with amber glass, which warms the halo of the bulb. To balance this contrast, look at our gold and black pairings. In a room already very busy with colour, a brushed finish is better than a polished one.

Bronze and aged brass table lamps, the patina that changes everything

Aged brass or bronze takes on an amber tone that pairs with patinated wood, leather and patterned textiles. It behaves like a mood piece rather than a shiny object. If you are looking instead for a discreet metal, the Nordic style prefers matte finishes and restrained shapes.

What light does a brass table lamp give?

Gold brass reflects light back into the room and warms the halo of the bulb. With an amber glass shade, the light comes down gently without glare. The dimmer allows you to move from reading light to ambient glow, with an E14 base and an IP20 rating for dry interiors.

E14 bulb: what type of light should you choose?

The E14 base is a small screw base: the bulb must therefore be chosen in this precise format. In practice, a visible filament bulb is used in a transparent shade, and a more diffuse bulb behind amber glass or fabric. A dimmable intensity gives a clear reading light, then a low glow for the evening. Our designer LED table lamps follow the same logic.

How should you arrange ceiling spotlights alongside a table lamp?

The table lamp does not replace general lighting: it complements it. Recessed spotlights near the wall, angled downwards, provide accent light without lighting the whole room, and the table lamp then creates a warm point near the sofa or bed. For a bedroom, bedroom LED lighting combines well with this principle of layered light.

Where should you place a bronze and brass lamp in the living room?

On a console or side table, a brass table lamp creates a low point of light that does not illuminate the whole room. Near an armchair, it serves as a reading lamp thanks to its shade and dimmer. A globe lamp sits on a wide piece of furniture, never on the floor.

Designer globe table lamp: where should you put it without cluttering?

The globe shape needs air around it: a wide trolley, a deep windowsill, a clear chest of drawers. Allow about the width of a hand between the sphere and the edge of the furniture, and leave a gap from a very light wall, otherwise the cast shadow will show. For a reading corner, adjustable lamps direct the beam towards the book.

The most beautiful living room lamps: how should you match them to the rest of the furniture?

There is no ranking, only lamps that are right for each piece of furniture. Gold brass on a dark wood console, an amber glass shade near a leather armchair, or a lower lamp on a side table: the gold bedside lamp with amber glass shade combines gold metal and filtered light in a single model. The modern models for the living room match straight lines.

Italian design table lamp: what are its characteristics?

The Italian design of table lamps is recognisable by simple lines, a slender metal stem and a graphic shade, with no heavy ornament. The gold brass models in this collection are close to it through their contemporary restraint, their globe shapes and their filtered light.

Italian, Nordic or contemporary design: how can you avoid getting it wrong?

The Italian current favours shape and material, the Nordic current restraint and light tones, the contemporary plays with clean volumes. In the same room, it is better to choose one direction and stick to it, even if that means mixing materials rather than styles. A crystal lamp and a brass lamp can coexist if their lines remain simple; see the crystal table lamps.

Metal or brass stem: what it changes in daily use

A slender metal stem goes unnoticed and puts the shade forward; a more solid brass asserts its presence and reflects light. In daily use, the difference lies in maintenance and weight on the furniture. For diffusion, a linen shade softens the light, glass lets it through more directly. For a worktop, see the desk table lamps.

How do you connect several lamps to a single electrical supply?

Several lamps are connected in parallel on the same supply: each socket receives the same voltage and lights up independently of the others. The number of lamps depends on the combined wattage of the bulbs and the protection of the circuit. This networked connection is a job for an electrician.

How do you connect 3 lamps to a single switch?

A table lamp, however, simply plugs into a socket: this is the case for most models in all Designix lighting families. To control three fixed points from the same switch, the sockets are powered from the same line and connected to each other in parallel, with the switch controlling the whole. Identifying the wires and checking the circuit require a professional.

Connecting several lamps in parallel: how do you do it?

In parallel, each socket is connected to the same two conductors: all receive the same voltage and switching one off does not turn off the others. This is the usual setup for a set controlled together. The total wattage of the bulbs adds up, which means checking that the circuit can handle it: here again, an electrician should be involved. For a bedside table, a model like our black metal bedside lamp needs only a socket.

How do you care for a brass or bronze lamp?

A soft, dry cloth is enough to dust brass and bronze. The IP20 rating of these lamps makes them suitable for dry interiors: avoid damp rooms and abrasive products that scratch the metal or remove the patina. This patina that develops is part of the material.

How do you clean brass without removing the patina?

Dust regularly, without rubbing hard and without abrasive paste. Aged brass improves with time: making it shiny makes it lose its character. The black versions for the living room require the same care, without harsh products. For a desk, metal desk lamps are also cleaned dry.

IP20: what it means in daily use

IP20 means that the lamp is protected against solid objects, but not against water. It should therefore be installed in a dry interior, away from a bathroom or a very damp kitchen, and should not be sprayed. For peace of mind, the 2-year warranty stated for this selection covers the models offered, with no particular condition to know here.

How do you tell if a lamp is valuable and what budget should you plan?

The value of a lamp depends on its material, its finish, the quality of its shade and its general condition. Solid brass and an even patina count for more than a metal with a gold appearance. For a new purchase, the 2-year warranty and the tracking of the model provide reassurance.

What criteria make a brass lamp valuable?

First look at the material, then the consistency of the finish, the strength of the socket and the condition of the shade. An even patina is better than an uneven shine obtained with a product. Style also counts: a simple line stays right for longer than a dated ornament. The contemporary-style desk lamps and the table lamps for the bedroom illustrate this restraint.

New purchase or vintage piece: where should you put your budget?

A vintage piece brings a patina that cannot be manufactured, but it requires checking the socket and wiring. A new model guarantees a sound circuit and product support. Between the two, the budget is decided according to the room: an affordable model for daily use, a more elaborate piece for a piece of furniture you want to highlight.

Order your bronze and brass lamp with confidence

Payment is secure, delivery is tracked and returns are possible. Designix customer service answers questions about the base, height or finish before purchase. For a reading corner or a bedside table, the effect of gold brass and the amber glass shade is best judged in place: see the gold brass model with amber shade.

Frequently asked questions about bronze and brass table lamps