{"title":"Neon tube light","description":"\u003cp\u003eFirst choose the colour temperature, then the length: a neon tube light is used to highlight a wall, a shelf or a worktop, not to light a room on its own. Warm white suits relaxation areas, neutral white suits work, and the format is decided by measuring the furniture or the stretch of wall to be outlined.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"lumiere\"\u003eWhat kind of light does a neon tube lamp give?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 2700 to 3000 K, the white is warm and restful, suited to a bedroom or a reading corner. From 4000 K upwards, the white becomes neutral then cool, crisper, suited to an office or a workshop. A neon tube light casts a linear, direct light: it draws a clean line, creates little shadow and highlights a volume more than it lights a whole surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNeon tube light: warm or cool?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a bedroom or behind a sofa, a warm white makes wood and textiles feel softer and is less tiring on the eyes in the evening: it is the usual choice for \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/lampe-chambre\"\u003ebedroom lighting\u003c\/a\u003e. Over a worktop or in a hallway, a neutral white keeps colours accurate and stays easy to read by. Cool white is reserved for garages and utility rooms, where the light needs to be sharp.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIs a neon tube enough to light a room?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo, in most cases. A neon tube remains accent lighting: it creates an atmosphere but leaves dark areas, and its output at face height does not help with reading or cooking. It is complemented by a ceiling light or an adjustable \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-de-table\"\u003etable lamp\u003c\/a\u003e, and the neon is kept for the decorative effect.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"ou\"\u003eWhere to install a neon tube lamp in the home?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe right spot is a free, visible wall with a socket within reach. A short neon replaces a small lamp on a shelf, a long one highlights a stretch of wall. The room decides the format and the colour of light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eWhich neon tube for which room\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRoom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLocation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFormat\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLight\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiving room\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBehind the sofa or above a low sideboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBedroom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeadboard or shelf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort to medium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOffice\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAlong the worktop, without glare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLong\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeutral white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHallway\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFree wall facing the door\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeutral white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKitchen\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder the wall units\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeutral white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBathroom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutside the water zone, moisture-protected model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShort\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeutral white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFreestanding neon tube lamp: on furniture or on the floor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA self-contained model with a switch sits on a shelf, a windowsill or a low sideboard without drilling. It moves when the decor changes. For a more integrated look, the classic \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-a-poser\"\u003etable lamp\u003c\/a\u003e and the short neon play the same role on a bedside table.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eNeon tube on the wall: which fixings to plan\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA long tube is heavier than it looks: aim for a solid part of the wall, mark the holes before drilling and check the nature of the surface (plasterboard, brick, concrete). A wired model needs a socket nearby or a supply run. See also \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-murale\"\u003ewall lights and sconces\u003c\/a\u003e if you prefer a classic installation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"longueur\"\u003eHow to choose the length of a neon tube, from common formats to large models?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMeasure the surface to be highlighted before choosing. A 50 cm tube is enough for a shelf, a bedside table or a small desk. A 150 cm model covers a whole stretch of wall, behind a sofa, a headboard or a sideboard. As a rule, leave a little space between the end of the tube and the corner of the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e150 cm neon tube lamp: for which wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe large format goes on a clear surface, with no tall furniture masking the line. Behind a sofa, above a sideboard or along a corridor, it creates a continuous stroke. Its length calls for a solid fixing and, often, a dedicated socket: check both before deciding. See \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-de-salon\"\u003elighting a living room\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003e50 cm neon tube: the small spots that change everything\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe small neon slips into a niche, onto a bathroom shelf or above a narrow worktop. It works alone on a bedside table, as a complement to a reading light. For a corner workspace, compare with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-bureau\"\u003edesk lamps\u003c\/a\u003e before deciding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"led\"\u003eLED neon tube or fluorescent tube: what are the differences?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe LED neon tube lights up instantly, contains no mercury and is recycled with ordinary electronic waste. The fluorescent tube, on the other hand, needs a warm-up time, contains mercury and must be taken to a recycling centre. For home decoration, the LED neon is the easiest to live with day to day, including on daily use or with a timer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eLED neon tube, fluorescent tube, LED strip: what changes\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCriterion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLED neon tube\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFluorescent tube\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLED strip\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitching on\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm-up time\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstant\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMercury\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePresent, take to recycling centre\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eShape\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRigid tube, clean line\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRigid tube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible strip, bends\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry cloth, dust the ends\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDry cloth, handle the tube with care\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDust the mounting surface\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWhere it suits\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWall, shelf, furniture\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUtility room, garage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFurniture, niche, outline\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn LED neon tube cannot always be controlled with a standard dimmer: check that the supplied transformer accepts this setup. In terms of look, the family of \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-led\"\u003eLED models\u003c\/a\u003e covers both decorative neon and work lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"brancher\"\u003eHow to wire and install a neon tube lamp?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSwitch off the power at the breaker, identify the live and neutral wires, then connect the neon to the supply intended for the model, often supplied with a transformer. Plug-in models simply need a wall socket, with no wiring. In a damp room, check the protection rating before fixing anything.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to connect several lamps to a single power supply?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRun from the supply to a terminal block or connector, then distribute each lamp respecting live, neutral and earth. Add up the wattage of the lamps and make sure the breaker and wire gauge can cope. If in any doubt, have an electrician check the installation, especially if the circuit already feeds other points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBathroom and kitchen: the IP rating to check\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn IP rating protects against dust and water splashes. In the kitchen, a model is fixed under the wall units, away from direct steam. In the bathroom, stay outside the water zones and avoid a bare wired model above a bath. The rest of the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003elighting catalogue\u003c\/a\u003e follows the same rules.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"matiere\"\u003eWhich material and finish for a decorative neon tube?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlass gives a glossy, transparent look that lets the tube show through: it is heavier and is cleaned with a soft cloth. Acrylic, lighter, suits long lengths and strong colours. Metal comes into play on the mount or the casing. The finish, black or white, decides how discreet the neon is in the decor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGlass neon tube lamp: look and care\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGlass catches the light and gives a transparency effect that shows off the tube, especially on a pale wall. It needs a well-fixed wall and two-handed handling on large formats. For cleaning, a soft cloth is enough, with no abrasive product. Exposed frames can be found in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-metal\"\u003emetal frames\u003c\/a\u003e range.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlack, white or coloured finish: which to choose\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA black finish erases the mount and lets the luminous line float: see the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-noir\"\u003eblack finishes\u003c\/a\u003e. A white finish blends into a pale wall and stays discreet by day. A bright colour, on the other hand, becomes a decorative object in its own right, best kept for a room where the wall is already bare. Compare with the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-blanche\"\u003ewhite versions\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"budget\"\u003eAffordable neon tube lamp: how to choose without getting it wrong?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn an affordable neon, check the included transformer, the cable length, the weight the fixing can bear and the type of wall fixing. A simple model, well sized for the wall in question, is better than a large format that is badly supplied or impossible to fix. A low price should never make you forget the socket and the fixing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAffordable neon tube lamp: what really makes the difference\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn entry-level neon is still an LED neon: check that the transformer is included, that the cable reaches your socket and that the mount can take the weight. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-pas-cher\"\u003eBudget models\u003c\/a\u003e do the same job as a more elaborate piece, provided you measure first. For a more refined effect, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-design\"\u003ewell-designed pieces\u003c\/a\u003e are worth a look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMistakes to avoid before buying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBuying without measuring the furniture or the stretch of wall to be highlighted.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eForgetting how close a socket or power supply is.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eChoosing a cool white for a bedroom.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOverlooking the nature of the wall and the weight of the tube.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSecure payment, tracked delivery, returns and Designix customer service: you can compare at your leisure, then confirm your format once the wall is measured. Browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe\"\u003eour selection of lamps\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-moderne\"\u003econtemporary lines\u003c\/a\u003e to make your choice, or head to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-salon\"\u003ethe finest living room lamps\u003c\/a\u003e if the neon is part of a full scheme.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"entretien\"\u003eHow to care for a neon tube lamp and make it last?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnplug before any cleaning, then wipe the tube with a dry cloth and dust the ends and the transformer. Check the fixing once a year, especially on a large format. As soon as flickering appears, cut the power and look for the cause before switching it back on.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCleaning a glass or acrylic neon\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn glass, a slightly damp microfibre cloth is enough, with no abrasive product or solvent. On acrylic, avoid alcohol and scouring pads, which dull the surface. In both cases, never spray directly onto the tube. A wall-mounted model is dusted with a soft duster, like classic \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-murale\"\u003ewall lamps\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eFlickering or buzzing: when to worry\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA slight buzzing may come from the transformer, especially on an older model. Repeated flickering, an end that blackens or a transformer that overheats abnormally signal wear: unplug it and do not tamper with the power supply yourself. A replacement neon is then chosen from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampe-moderne\"\u003ecurrent formats\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq\"\u003eFrequently asked questions about the neon tube lamp\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan a fluorescent tube be replaced by an LED neon?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYes, often. An LED tube fits the same holder as a fluorescent one, but the fitting must be compatible: depending on the case, the starter may need removing or the ballast changing, and sometimes nothing at all. Check the tube instructions, switch off the power, and take the old tube to a recycling centre because of the mercury.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow can you recognise a real salt lamp?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA real salt lamp is cut from a block of rock salt: irregular veins, shades and weight, a matte surface that feels slightly damp. A resin imitation is uniform, light and sounds hollow. The base and cable must be clean and well insulated. This model has nothing to do with a neon tube, but the question comes up often in store.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eIs a freestanding neon tube lamp enough for a bedside table?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA short neon placed on a bedside table gives ambient light, not reading light. To read, add an adjustable light. Choose a warm white and check that the neon switch stays accessible once in place.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan a neon tube be installed in a bathroom?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt depends on the protection rating of the model and the zone of the room. A neon rated as moisture-resistant is fixed outside direct water zones. Never place a bare wired model above a bath or inside the shower volume.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eLED neon tube lamp: which light to choose for a living room?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA warm white makes the living room softer and shows off wood and textiles; a neutral white suits white walls and workspaces. The neon remains an accent: it complements a ceiling light or a table lamp rather than replacing them.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"CollectionPage\",\"name\":\"Neon tube lamp: which light, which format and where to install it\",\"description\":\"Neon tube lamp: which light, which format, where to install it. 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