Chinese floor lamp

An oriental floor lamp comes down to three points: the shade material, the light colour and where it stands. Aim for a warm light around 2700 K for a living room or a bedroom, a stable base, and a shade that closes at the bottom to light the room without glare.

What is an oriental floor lamp and what light does it give?

An oriental floor lamp is a freestanding light whose shade in rice paper, silk or pleated fabric filters the light and makes it soft. It works as accent lighting: it lowers the overall level in the evening and defines a corner, without replacing a ceiling light. Its frame in bamboo, rattan, wood or metal holds the shade and is part of the decor.

Oriental floor lamp: which bulb should you choose?

Count on an E27 LED bulb for most models, E14 on smaller sizes, in a range of 2700 K to 3000 K to keep a warm light. A 6 to 8 W bulb is enough for accent use. If the lamp is dimmable, choose a compatible dimmable bulb to avoid flickering at low intensity.

Oriental lamp or oriental chandelier: do not confuse them

An oriental chandelier hangs from the ceiling and lights a volume from above. An oriental lamp stands on the floor or on a piece of furniture: the light comes from the side, lower down, and stays within reach. A slim oriental lantern on a console plays the same accent role. To get a sense of the sizes, browse the Designix lighting catalogue, then the floor lamp range.

Oriental floor lamp in paper or silk: which material should you choose?

Rice paper gives the most diffuse and softest light; pleated silk structures the light and gains a patina over the years; pleated fabric remains the easiest to live with day to day. Bamboo and rattan filter light through the weave and cast a pattern on the wall. The table below summarises the differences before you buy.

Oriental paper floor lamp: how do you care for it?

Dust dry with a soft brush or a feather duster, never with a damp sponge: rice paper marks and warps. Keep it away from steam, in a kitchen or bathroom, and check the IP rating of the lamp before placing it in a damp room. A stained shade is more often replaced than cleaned.

Silk, pleated fabric or bamboo: what is the difference in daily use?

Silk needs gentle dusting and keeps fingerprints; pleated fabric can be brushed without risk and copes better with family life; bamboo is dusted dry and dislikes humidity. As for the frame, wooden frames suit warm interiors, metal versions suit more graphic rooms.

Where should you place an oriental floor lamp in the living room?

Place it next to the sofa or armchair, thirty or forty centimetres from the backrest, to read without glare. The shade usually sits between 1.10 m and 1.30 m from the floor, at shoulder height once seated. Keep the space around the base clear and avoid pushing it against a dark wall if you want a lighting effect.

Original living room floor lamp: how do you place it?

In the corner behind the sofa, at the end of a chaise longue or near a large plant, it defines the corner without taking up furniture. One model is enough in a room under twenty square metres. Check the stability of the base before standing it on a soft floor or a thick carpet. The floor lamps designed for the living room give you a sense of the formats.

Original living room floor lamp: which shade should you choose?

A diameter of 35 to 45 cm suits a tall base and a spacious room; narrower if the living room is small, so as not to hide the seat. A shade closed at the bottom sends light up and down without glare, an open bottom lights the pages more. The living room models with a crafted design often play on this detail.

Which oriental floor lamp for a bedroom?

In a bedroom, choose a model with soft light and a shade closed at the bottom, to avoid glare from the bed. A compact size near the bedside table replaces the bedside lamp and frees up the surface. Favour a stable frame and a switch within reach from the bed, without having to get up.

Adult bedroom floor lamp: how do you match it to the bed?

Stick to light wood, linen or off-white tones, and avoid bright red in a room for rest. The height of the shade should stay below eye level once lying down. The floor lamps for the bedroom and the choice for an adult bedroom show the most understated sizes.

Bedroom floor lamp: which light for reading?

A side light, around 2700 K, high enough to light the pages without casting a shadow. A fabric or silk shade diffuses better than very transparent paper placed right in front of your eyes. A dimmable model lets you go from reading to a night light by lowering the intensity.

Antique oriental floor lamp or contemporary design: how do you choose?

An antique oriental floor lamp brings a patina and a shade that has often been replaced; check the stability of the base, the condition of the wires and the cleanliness of the socket. A contemporary design model takes the codes of paper or silk with a frame that is simpler to care for. Choose antique for character, contemporary for peace of mind.

Antique oriental floor lamp: how do you check the electrics?

Look at the cable along its whole length: a cracked or stiff sheath should be replaced. Check that the socket holds the bulb without play and that the base does not tip. Have the wiring checked by an electrician if in doubt, and never install a lamp whose earth is missing on a metal frame.

Oriental floor lamp design: which pattern for a living room?

A Chinese dragon motif or a calligraphic Chinese sign on the paper remains readable when the bulb is on: choose it discreetly, on a single panel. In an already busy interior, a plain shade holds up better over time. The pieces with a strong design and the contemporary styles cover both options.

Red or gold oriental floor lamp: which colour for which mood?

Chinese red warms a light room and becomes a focal point, more in a living room or hallway than in a bedroom. Gold reflects light and matches dark woods, brass and matte fabrics. Black and white remain the easiest to match in an already colourful interior.

Red oriental floor lamp: how do you match it without overloading the room?

Keep a single red object in the room, on neutral walls and matte textiles: the floor lamp becomes the visual anchor. Avoid combining it with a colourful sofa or rug. A red shade smaller than a light-coloured model looks less overwhelming once lit.

Gold floor lamp: which light brings out its best?

A warm light brings out the brass; a bulb that is too cool dulls it. Place the gold floor lamp near a light wall to bounce the reflection, and compare with the black finishes or the white models if the room is small.

Freestanding floor lamp, oriental lamp to place: what are the differences?

A freestanding floor lamp lights an area from the floor and defines a corner without taking up furniture. An oriental lamp to place sits on a console, a table or a shelf, for a closer and more intimate light. The choice depends on the free floor space and the height at which you want the light.

Freestanding oriental lamp: for what use?

It suits a reading corner or the back of a living room, with a base of 1.40 m to 1.70 m depending on the model. A cordless floor lamp is handy in a corner without a socket, provided you plan the recharge. The freestanding floor lamps and the modern collection give you the measure of the footprints.

Oriental lamp to place: on which piece of furniture?

A hallway console, a bedside table, a wide shelf: the light comes close to your face and your book. Plan access to the socket and hide the cable behind the furniture. On a shelf, check the width of the base so it does not overhang the surface.

Halogen floor lamp: can you replace it with an LED bulb?

Yes, in most cases, if the socket and the voltage of the LED bulb match those of the lamp. An LED heats less and uses less, but check compatibility with any dimmer. Never exceed the maximum power indicated on the floor lamp's label.

Halogen floor lamp: how do you recognise a compatible socket?

An E27 screw socket accepts most LEDs on the market; small G9 pin models or R7s linear bulbs require an LED with the same base. A 12 V lamp works with a transformer: choose a 12 V LED or have the transformer changed. The LED floor lamps avoid this question from the moment of purchase.

Should you change the whole halogen lamp?

Only if the built-in transformer does not accept LEDs, if the socket is damaged or if the wiring is worn. Otherwise, the bulb is enough. On a dimmable model, a dimmable version paired with a compatible bulb avoids jumps in intensity.

WC floor lamp: which compact model for a small space?

For a WC floor lamp, a hallway or a small study, choose a model with a slim base and a narrow shade, which does not encroach on the passage. The light stays soft and directed towards the floor or the wall. Check the stability of the base, the door opening and a shade material that is easy to clean.

For a WC, measure the free area between the door and the toilet, then compare with the study formats and the affordable models: small sizes are the most numerous there. In the shop, secure payment, tracked delivery, returns and the Designix customer service support you from choice to installation. Discover the available floor lamps.

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