Gilded Chandelier

A gold ceiling light is chosen first by its width: allow roughly half the length of the tabletop above a dining table, and a diameter in proportion to the room in a living room. The gilded finish bounces light and brightens the ceiling; the bulb, from warm white to cool white, then sets the mood.

• What light does a gold ceiling light give?
• Which gold ceiling light for a living room?
• Which ceiling light above a dining table?
• Crystal, glass or metal?
• Bedroom, hallway or studio
• Matching gold with your decor
• Installing and caring for it
• The Designix selection

What light does a gold ceiling light give?

A gold ceiling light sends light upwards or downwards depending on the model, and the bulb decides the mood: warm white between 2700 and 3500 K for a living room or bedroom, neutral or cool white for a crisper look. The gilded finish bounces light and brightens the ceiling.

LED ceiling light or E14, G9, G4 and GU10 sockets: what is the difference?

The E14 screw socket is the most common in the collection: the bulb is easy to replace and the brightness can be adjusted. The G9 and G4 pin sockets fit compact fixtures; GU10 sends a more directed beam. On some models the LED module is built in and cannot be replaced. To compare these options, browse the selection of LED lighting.

Warm white or cool white: how does it look in a gilded room?

Warm white, from 2700 to 3500 K, warms the gilding further and suits the living room, bedroom and hallway. Neutral white, from 3500 to 4500 K, keeps colours true above a table. Cool white, from 4500 to 6500 K, gives a crisper look, better kept for work rooms or already very bright interiors.

Which gold ceiling light should you choose for a living room?

For a living room, the gold ceiling light is chosen by its diameter: product pages list, for example, Ø 43.5 cm for the gold Ottilia and 93.3 cm long for the gold Toils. Above a sofa or a reading corner, an adjustable height, for example from 43 to 68 cm, keeps it out of the way.

Gold ceiling light for a large living room: what diameter and height?

In a large room, a diameter of 65 cm fills the space without saturating it, like the gold Ottilia ceiling light. A long living room prefers a stretched silhouette, such as the gold Toils ceiling light, 93.3 cm long. Check the weight and the ceiling fixing, and leave at least 2.10 m of clearance under the fixture in a walkway.

Modern living room ceiling light or large industrial ceiling light: which style to go for?

For a clean interior, a modern living room ceiling light in gold and silver metal works anywhere. If the room keeps beams or concrete, a large industrial ceiling light in iron embraces the structure. The catalogue brings together designer ceiling lights as well as classic pieces. The contemporary lines suit recent interiors, and the selection of living room ceiling lights gathers the wide formats.

Which gold ceiling light above a dining table?

Above a table, a gold ceiling light is chosen mainly by width, centred on the tabletop, with an adjustable height to stay at a good distance from the guests. Models with several E14 heads, with a maximum power of 60 W, spread the light across the whole table.

Gold ceiling light above a round or rectangular table

Over a round table, a ceiling light whose diameter approaches a third of the tabletop stays balanced. Over a rectangular table, a long silhouette or aligned heads cover it better. Allow around 75 to 85 cm between the bottom of the fixture and the tabletop. The selection of dining room ceiling lights groups these formats.

Gold dining room ceiling light: number of heads and power

The more heads there are, the more evenly the light falls and the less each bulb strains the eyes. A ceiling light with drops adds reflections on the tablecloth and the tabletop. If you are hesitating between two diameters, open the page of the gold Ottilia ceiling light Ø 43.5 cm and compare its dimensions with your table before deciding.

How to choose between a gold crystal, glass or metal ceiling light?

Crystal and glass bounce light and create reflections, often with drops; metal, iron and aluminium shape the silhouette. The collection combines gold and silver on many models, in brass for a warmer look. The choice depends on the effect you want and the upkeep you accept.

Gold crystal ceiling light with drops, or "diamond" ceiling light: which look?

Ceiling lights whose cut drops bounce light in sharp glints are often called diamond ceiling lights. Crystal weighs down the silhouette and needs cleaning piece by piece. For that look, compare the crystal models, including a gold and silver crystal model in the baroque style.

Gold ceiling light in brass, iron or aluminium: which finish?

Brass gives a warm gilding that patinates gently; it only needs a soft cloth. Iron keeps a fine structure, close to a workshop spirit, and dislikes damp. Aluminium lightens large diameters and is easier to fit to the ceiling. The brass ceiling light remains the warmest finish.

Gold ceiling light for a bedroom, hallway or studio: which format?

In a bedroom or hallway, a compact gold ceiling light is enough: small diameter, one or a few heads, ball or ring shape, without overwhelming the room. Under a high ceiling or in a studio, models with several heads and a large diameter fill the space better.

Gold bedroom ceiling light: which format above the bed?

Above a bed, a small diameter is better than a large ceiling light: the light should stay soft and not weigh the room down. A warm white between 2700 and 3500 K works, and a dimmer-compatible model lets you lower the brightness in the evening. See the formats of ceiling lights for an adult bedroom.

Gold ball or ring ceiling light for a hallway

In a hallway, the ball or ring shape marks the space without cluttering it, and the gilding catches the light as soon as the door opens. A compact fixture suits a low ceiling. A ceiling fan light, which combines lighting and air circulation, is reserved for tall rooms with a suitable power supply.

How to match a gold ceiling light with your decor?

Gold matches many interiors: it warms a white wall, holds the contrast with a black decor, and lives alongside silver when both metals already appear in the room. The simplest approach is to repeat the gold on a handle, a mirror or a gold floor lamp.

Gold and white ceiling light: a brighter room

White calms the gold and brings out the finish without weighing it down. A light ceiling also bounces light upwards better. For very white interiors, the light models avoid too strong a contrast, and a wood ceiling light goes well with discreet gilding.

Gold and black or silver ceiling light: playing with contrast

On a dark wall or dark furniture, gold stands out clearly and stays readable. The black and gold ceiling lights play that contrast in the same room. When gold and silver already live together on handles and taps, a ceiling light with gold finishes fits in effortlessly.

How to install and care for a gold ceiling light?

All the models in the collection are IP20: they are fitted indoors, away from damp rooms, reusing the fixing point of the existing ceiling light. For care, a soft cloth is enough on gold metal; crystal or glass drops are cleaned one by one, without abrasive.

How to clean a gold brass ceiling light?

Dust first while dry, with a soft cloth or a fine brush, without abrasive product. Gold brass takes a slightly damp cloth followed by an immediate wipe, which avoids marks. Crystal and glass are washed in warm water, drop by drop, then dried before refitting.

Fixing, IP20 and dimmer: what to check before fitting

Cut the power at the breaker, check the strength of the anchor point and the weight of the fixture before hanging it. The IP20 rating rules out fitting it in a kitchen near the sink or in a bathroom. On some models, a wall dimmer lets you adjust the brightness without changing the bulb.

Why choose a Designix gold ceiling light?

Designix groups gold ceiling lights by room, style and material. Depending on the model, some accept a dimmer, and the price shown is the price of the day on each product page.

Luxury gold ceiling light: 5-year warranty and dimmer on some models

The most elaborate pieces, often in crystal and baroque in style, come with a 5-year warranty; the other models are guaranteed for 2 years. The dimmer, present on part of the selection, really changes the comfort of a living room or bedroom in the evening. For a tight budget, the most affordable models still use an E14 socket.

Secure payment, tracked delivery and returns

Many searches arrive with a retailer's name, such as lustre ikea, lustre leroy merlin, lustre conforama or lustre centrakor: from one product page to another, only the dimensions and the socket remain reliable landmarks. So compare the dimensions before ordering. The Ottilia ceiling light Ø 65 cm and the Toils ceiling light, 93.3 cm work in a living room as well as a dining room. To widen your search, browse the ceiling light collection, all the lighting families and the gold finishes: secure payment, tracked delivery and returns apply to every order.

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