Copper wall lamp

Plan on one copper wall light per accent point, not to light an entire room: these wall fixtures cast accent light at eye level, best reserved for the living room, bedroom, hallway or entryway. The models in this selection are rated IP20, with a G9 or GU10 socket and a maximum power of 2 x 6W LED on the Augustine and 10 W on the LOOPEZ.

What kind of light does a copper wall light give?

A copper wall light casts accent or supplementary light at wall height, never general lighting. The whole collection is rated IP20 and connects with a G9 or GU10 socket: the final shade depends on the bulb you install, with a maximum of 2 x 6W LED on the Augustine and 10 W on the LOOPEZ.

Brushed copper or antique copper: which finish to choose?

The copper tone in the collection is a finish colour applied to metal, steel, resin or glass. A light copper brightens a white or grey wall, a deeper copper pairs better with raw concrete or a dark wall. Look first at the silhouette of the model among all the wall lights, the finish comes second.

Warm white or cool light: which bulb for a copper wall light?

The copper finish bounces light back onto the wall, it does not colour it. The bulb decides: around 2700 to 3000K for a warm white that extends the copper tone, above 4000K for a more neutral look. The Nyla is listed in warm white 2700 to 3500K. Also compare the variants in copper wall lights.

Which wall light for a living room?

In a living room, a copper wall light serves as supplementary light on each side of the sofa or an armchair, not as general lighting. The LOOPEZ wall light, in steel with a GU10 socket, dresses a large wall at 29 cm high, while the Nyla comes in 25, 45, 50 or 60 cm depending on the space.

Which wall light for a modern living room?

In a living room with clean lines, a copper wall light brings the only warm touch to the room. The Nyla wall light combines metal, resin and copper in a wide format that holds a bare wall. For a narrower wall, the LOOPEZ wall light in a vertical tube shape takes up little floor or width space.

How to position two wall lights on either side of the sofa?

Align both fixtures on the same horizontal line, at seated shoulder height so you can read without looking up, and at an equal distance from the ends of the sofa. The same model on both sides gives a balanced pair. Find more references in our selection of living room wall lights and models designed for a modern living room.

Which copper wall light for the bedroom, hallway or staircase?

In a bedroom, hallway or on the staircase, the Augustine wall light is the most versatile: glass and steel, G9 socket, maximum 2 x 6W LED, 30 x 21 x 18 cm, in white, taupe, gold, copper, blue, red, yellow, silver or black. LOOPEZ, in steel and 29 cm high, also suits hallways and entryways.

Which wall light for a staircase?

On a staircase, place the fixture on the handrail side, at a height that follows the climb without dazzling the person coming down. A compact model like the Augustine wall light slips between two steps without getting in the way. Our staircase lighting section gathers the formats suited to this repeated passage.

How to place a wall light in a narrow hallway?

In a hallway, better to multiply the points than aim for power: one fixture every two to three metres marks the path without creating spots. Choose a shallow model so it does not obstruct the passage. See the hallway wall light and the bedroom wall lamp solutions for the same logic on each side of the bed.

Which powerful LED wall light for a living room?

The wall lights in this collection are not spotlights: the stated maximum power is 2 x 6W LED on the Augustine wall light and 10 W on LOOPEZ, with G9 and GU10 sockets. So we are talking about supplementary wall lighting; for a very bright living room, better to multiply the wall sources.

How many light points to plan on the same wall?

Two sources framing a reading area, then a third on the opposite wall, give more comfortable lighting than a single point pushed to the max. This distribution avoids harsh shadows and keeps an even level. Browse the LED wall lights and all our fixtures to compose a coherent wall.

Can you use a more powerful bulb than the stated maximum?

No. The maximum power, 2 x 6W LED or 10 W depending on the model, corresponds to what the fixture can handle without overheating. Stay within this limit: a bulb that is too strong damages the support and voids the warranty. With LED, aiming for a low colour temperature in kelvins often changes the feel more than a gain in watts.

Does a copper wall light work in the bathroom?

All the wall lights in this collection are rated IP20, a rating that does not allow for water spray. In a bathroom, they are therefore reserved for dry areas, away from the shower and sink. If you are looking for a model for a wet area, check the protection rating before buying.

Which area of the wall to choose for a wall light in a wet room?

Place the fixture on the side furthest from the shower and bathtub, where splashes do not reach. A wall point on either side of the mirror gives face lighting without cast shadow. Our bathroom wall lights section helps identify the models suited to each area.

IP20 and humidity: what to check before drilling

The IP20 rating protects against contact with fingers and solid objects, not water. In a wet room, check the rating on the product sheet before drilling, and keep the fixture away from direct spray areas. In the kitchen, the same caution applies near the sink: see the kitchen wall lighting for points near the worktop.

How to install and maintain a copper wall light?

These wall lights are fixed to the wall and connected to the power supply: allow 25 to 60 cm wide for the Nyla, 30 x 21 x 18 cm for the Augustine and 8 x 6 x 29 cm for LOOPEZ. Cut the power before working and dust the copper with a soft, dry cloth, without abrasives.

How to fix a wall light on plasterboard or concrete?

On plasterboard, a toggle anchor spreads the load; in concrete, a masonry anchor is enough. First locate the cable entry and access to the switch, then drill at the diameter of the supplied fixings. The metal models in the collection are installed the same way as the others.

How to clean a copper wall light without tarnishing it?

A soft, dry cloth for the support and finish, without abrasive products or scouring pads, which scratch the metal. Clean the glass of the Augustine with a glass cleaner applied to a cloth, never directly on the fixture. To see the range of available shapes, compare with our lighting catalogue.

Moroccan copper wall light, boho chic or country chic: which style to choose?

Style is about silhouette and finish: the collection offers round or tube shapes, in metal, steel, resin or glass, in a contemporary, industrial, vintage or modern spirit. A country chic or boho chic wall light pairs a warm copper or gold with natural materials in the room.

Moroccan copper wall light or copper from Morocco: what is the difference?

It is the same search: a warm light, a worked copper finish and an ornate silhouette. In this collection, this look comes through round shapes and the copper tone, without engraved decoration. The gold finishes give a similar effect, slightly brighter.

Which boho wall light for a soft decor?

For a boho interior, look for a warm copper or gold and low light, rather than a cold metal. The Augustine comes in copper, gold, yellow or taupe, all shades that warm a wall. The indoor wall lighting completes the tour of possible moods.

How to match a copper wall light with the rest of the room?

A copper wall light matches easily with aged brass or gold, and also works as a contrast on matte black or chrome. The collection offers gold, copper, silver, black, white and taupe: the simplest is to repeat the colour of the handles or the plumbing in the room.

Can copper and gold coexist in the same room?

Yes, as long as you keep one shade dominant and the other as an accent. Alternate a copper wall light with a gold handle or a gold furniture leg, without mixing three different metals on the same visual plane. Repeat the secondary colour twice so it reads as a choice, not a coincidence.

Which wall light colour to choose on a dark wall?

On a dark wall, a copper or gold catches the ambient light and outlines the silhouette of the fixture. Matte black, on the other hand, blends into the wall and leaves only the light visible. In a bedroom, white or taupe remains the most discreet above a bedside table.

Frequently asked questions about the copper wall light

Ordering a copper wall light from Designix

Choose the room, then the socket: G9 for the Nyla and Augustine, GU10 for LOOPEZ. Then check the IP20 rating if the fixture goes in a wet room, and the available width on the wall. Payment is secure, delivery is tracked, returns are possible and Designix customer service answers installation questions before and after purchase.

See the Nyla wall light or see the Augustine wall light to compare formats before confirming your basket.