Industrial-style metal floor lamps

Start by measuring the free floor space and the area to be lit: an arc or an offset arm for a sofa, a slim stem for a small living room, an adjustable reading light for reading. This collection of industrial metal street lamps combines a metal frame with tube, ball or arc shapes, with E27 sockets or integrated LED, mostly IP20 rated and a dimmer on some models.

Which industrial metal street lamp should you choose for a living room?

In a living room, the shape is chosen according to the free space around the sofa. An arc or an offset arm lights the seating without taking up the centre of the room, like the Ulio arc floor lamp, which reaches 250 cm with a 100 cm depth. A slim stem slips between two pieces of furniture when the room is narrow. The E27 socket leaves the choice of bulb, while integrated LED fixes the colour temperature. In all cases, check the height and keep to IP20 for dry interiors. Our selection of design metal floor lamps covers these formats.

Industrial three-bulb floor lamp with metal frame: for which living room?

Three bulbs suit a large living room, provided the sources are spaced out to avoid shadow areas. The Kasbah three-bulb floor lamp combines metal, glass and steel, with an E27 socket at 40W and a height of 166 cm. Its visible structure matches interiors where metal is already present, such as beams, shelves or table legs.

Black industrial-style floor lamp: for small spaces?

A compact base sits close to an armchair or desk without cluttering. The Delfina floor lamp measures 160 cm with a 28 cm diameter base, in E27 at 40W. Its narrow base makes it easy to move. To compare dark finishes, browse the black metal floor lamps.

What light does an industrial metal street lamp give?

The light comes from the bulb or the integrated LED, never from the structure. Most models in this collection use an E27 socket, often up to 40W. Models with integrated LED display a warm white of 2700 to 3500K and a few references a cool white of 4500 to 6500K. A dimmer is fitted to about a third of the models, useful for lowering the intensity in the evening.

Warm white or cool white: what to choose for a living room?

For a living room or bedroom, a warm white around 2700 to 3000K remains the usual reference: it brings out warm materials and is less tiring on the eyes in the evening. Cool white, 4500 to 6500K, is better suited to a worktop or a demanding reading area. With an E27 socket, you change the mood simply by replacing the bulb. Modern LED floor lamps in warm white are numerous in this vein.

E27 socket or integrated LED: what differences in daily use?

The E27 socket can be replaced, corrected and repaired: you choose the power, the temperature and the rendering. Integrated LED, from 7 to 23W depending on the model, cannot be removed but offers a fixed temperature and low consumption. The Oslo reading floor lamp combines a warm white LED, a double stem and a dimmer.

Where to install an industrial metal street lamp in the home?

The living room, bedroom and office make up most of the selection. In the bedroom, aim for a warm white and a dimmer to lower the light before sleeping. In the office, an adjustable head or a reading light limits reflections on the screen. In a bathroom or outside, the protection rating decides: IP20 for a dry interior, IP65 for an area exposed to humidity.

In the bedroom, near the bed: which model and what height?

A floor lamp of 130 to 160 cm places the diffuser above the mattress when seated. Models with a flexible arm or adjustable head avoid lighting the sleeper. The Mirella gooseneck floor lamp, 132 cm high, directs light where you want and is dimmable. See also the adjustable floor lamps.

In the office, how to light without reflection?

Place the source on the side of the hand that does not write, not in line with the screen. An adjustable fixture allows you to adjust the angle without moving the base. The Vesta two-spot floor lamp directs two independent beams, with an E27 socket at 40W, and a height of 155 cm. LED floor lamps for the office complete this use.

Bathroom and outdoor: which IP rating to choose?

The IP rating measures resistance to dust and water. IP20 covers a dry interior, away from splashes. For a damp room or a sheltered terrace, you need a higher rating, IP65 in this collection. Only a small share of models is intended for outdoors: outdoor metal floor lamps should be looked at separately.

How to choose the height and format of a metal floor lamp?

Height and floor footprint determine the use. A slim stem of 160 to 187 cm requires little space. An arc or an offset arm reaches up to 250 cm and extends 100 cm, lighting a sofa from the side. A tripod of 170 cm with a 75 cm diameter takes up more floor space but remains stable.

Arc floor lamp or offset arm: what footprint to allow?

Allow for the arm's reach before buying: 100 cm depth for an arc, 52 to 64 cm for an articulated arm. The base must stay out of walkways, otherwise the fixture is constantly moved. The Aris offset arm floor lamp combines a light cylindrical shade with a black structure, in E27 at 40W.

Slim stem, tripod or adjustable tube: which to choose according to the room?

The slim stem wins in a small living room or along a wall, with a discreet base. The tripod brings a more assertive silhouette in a large volume. The adjustable tube, around 130 cm, follows changes in layout. The Rivo slim stem floor lamp, 187 cm in brushed metal, and the Nordic floor lamps illustrate this sobriety.

Black, white, gold or silver metal floor lamp: which colour for which interior?

The colour is chosen with the other metals already present in the room. Black dominates this collection and matches industrial, modern or minimalist interiors. White visually lightens and blends into a light decor. Silver adds a technical note. Gold and bronze warm up a living room or bedroom and pair well with wood.

Black and silver: the industrial duo that works

A black stem and a silver disc take up workshop codes without falling into a reconstituted decor. This duo works well in a living room with light walls, where it creates a visual anchor point. The black industrial style models and the white and black floor lamps show the two directions.

Gold and bronze: how to warm up an interior?

Gold and bronze reflect a more amber light and match dark woods, patterned rugs and thick fabrics. The Mirella floor lamp in bronze is a clear example, with its 10W warm white LED. To go further, see the gold metal floor lamps.

White and wood: to lighten a dark room?

A white or light base is less noticeable and visually enlarges a small living room. Combined with wood, it softens a room with dark furniture. The Néro tripod floor lamp mixes light wood, fabric and metal, or the Milo floor lamp in white, 160 cm, with an E27 socket. The wood and metal floor lamps group these combinations.

Industrial floor lamp or large industrial chandelier: what to choose?

A large industrial chandelier is fixed to the ceiling and lights the room from above. An industrial metal street lamp places light at floor level, without drilling, and moves as needed. In a living room, the floor lamp avoids work. Above a kitchen island, a chandelier frees up the worktop. Both can coexist: the chandelier for general lighting, the floor lamp for accent lighting.

Black industrial chandelier: when to prefer it to a floor lamp?

The black chandelier is essential when the room has a high ceiling and a large area to cover, or when the table must remain free on the floor. It requires a fixing and an electrical supply on the ceiling. If this is not possible, a floor fixture provides the same service. Black LED floor lamps offer a mobile alternative.

Industrial kitchen chandelier: pendant or floor lamp?

Above a worktop or kitchen table, a pendant is placed away from cooking areas and does not clutter the floor. A floor lamp is better suited to an open dining area, where it can be moved aside. In both cases, check the protection rating of the location and keep to IP20 for a dry interior.

Can you make an industrial pendant light yourself?

Making a pendant light yourself requires electrical skills and compliance with safety rules: cable cross-section, earthing, fixing suited to the weight. For an immediate result without modifying the ceiling, an E27 socket floor lamp offers the same aesthetic, with an interchangeable bulb. See the vintage metal floor lamps for this style.

How to install and maintain an industrial metal street lamp?

Assembly is generally limited to putting together the base, stem and shade, then screwing in the bulb. Place the whole on a flat, stable floor and check that the cord is not taut or trapped under the base. A heavy floor lamp should be moved by two people if necessary. The warranty is two years on most of the selection, five years on a small share.

Assembly and stability: points to check

Tighten the connections by hand, then check the alignment before plugging in. On parquet or tiles, a pad prevents scratches. Avoid running the cable through a walkway, and respect the maximum power indicated for the fixture. The Kasbah floor lamp at 40W, like most E27 models, requires no particular adjustment.

Cleaning metal, glass or fabric without damaging it

Metal is cleaned with a soft, slightly damp cloth, without abrasive products that scratch the finish. Glass accepts a standard glass cleaner, applied with the power off. A fabric shade, as on the Fila floor lamp with taupe shades, is dusted with a soft brush or vacuum cleaner on minimum setting. Let it cool before handling a bulb.

Which industrial metal street lamp models for which use?

For a large living room, an arc or a multi-bulb model carries light further. For a reading corner, an adjustable reading light and a double stem avoid multiplying fixtures. For a small space, a compact base is enough. The shape, height and type of source make the difference, not the number of references.

For a large living room: arc, three bulbs or tripod

A 250 cm arc lights a sofa from behind, without taking up the centre. Three bulbs distribute light over a large coffee table. A 170 cm tripod stabilises a tall fixture in a very open room. Compare these formats in the LED floor lamps for living room and the Scandinavian floor lamps for living room.

For an office corner: slim stem, reading light or adjustable spots

A slim stem of 160 to 187 cm lights over the shoulder, without taking up the worktop. An adjustable reading light targets the page or keyboard. Two cylindrical spots separate reading light from ambient light. The Élan Lumineux floor lamp, 130 cm, illustrates the most sober version, in design LED floor lamps.

Frequently asked questions about industrial metal street lamps

How to finalise your choice?

Take three measurements before ordering: the ceiling height, the free floor space and the distance between the future fixture and the reading or seating point. Then choose the socket according to the bulb you want to be able to change, and confirm the protection rating according to the room. The Designix lighting universe and all the all light fixtures allow you to compare neighbouring families if you are still hesitating.

The collection includes 118 floor lamps, several of them with a dimmer and E27 socket, for lighting suited to your interior.