Hanging outdoor lights

Count on a single light point above the table, an adjustable cable to bring the light down to eye level, and an IP44 or IP54 rating depending on exposure. An outdoor pendant light hangs from its cable, stays outside all year round and lights the terrace, balcony or conservatory without taking up floor space.

What is an outdoor pendant light and where to install it?

An outdoor pendant light hangs from an adjustable cable and is fixed to the ceiling of a canopy, pergola or balcony. An outdoor ceiling light, on the other hand, screws directly to the surface: lower down, it suits passageways and circulation areas. The pendant is used where you want the light close to the table, and is adjusted in height once installed.

Outdoor pendant light: which model above a terrace table?

Three silhouettes dominate the selection: the globe, the tube and the lantern. The maximum heights recorded range from 100 to 160 cm depending on the reference, and metal combined with glass remains the most common material. The Kuul G IP44 globe pendant (Ø 20 cm, E27 fitting) lights the tabletop without hiding faces, while the Kop E IP44 model drops to 160 cm for a large table.

Outdoor pendant lights: balcony, conservatory, pergola

Under a canopy or pergola, IP44 is enough; on a balcony exposed to the rain, aim for IP54. White and black cover most of the available colours. For a compact option, the Epli Mini IP44 (L 17.5 cm, G9 fitting) slips under a small pergola. To compare formats, browse all the pendants and the white outdoor models.

What light does an outdoor pendant give in the evening?

Opal glass, frosted glass, rattan and woven bamboo diffuse the light instead of projecting it: you see the lit table, not the bulb. The wattages recorded in the selection range from 7 to 60 W depending on the model. The result therefore comes down to two choices, the diffuser material and the bulb selected.

E27, G9 or integrated LED: which bulb to choose?

The E27 fitting takes a classic screw-in or LED bulb, up to 60 W on lanterns such as the Winvale lantern. The G9, a small 12 W pin fitting, equips the globe pendants. On models in woven materials, the LED is integrated and cannot be replaced. Each product page states the fitting used.

Dimmer and brightness: how to adapt the light?

Half of the models accept a dimmer: you move from dining light to a soft night light without changing the bulb. Check the bulb's compatibility, otherwise the effect is lost. Indoors, LED lights for living rooms follow the same logic.

Which IP rating to choose for an outdoor pendant light?

IP44 covers rain and splashes, IP54 adds dust. Under a canopy, a pergola or a sheltered conservatory, IP44 is suitable. On an open terrace or exposed balcony, aim for IP54. An IP20 light stays indoors: outside, the first shower reaches it.

IP44 or IP54: what does each rating protect against?

The first digit concerns solid bodies, the second water. In practice, IP44 means that slanted rain does not penetrate the light, IP54 that a low-pressure jet does not reach it. The Rosvesella sphere in opal glass (Ø 30 cm, E27 fitting) is rated IP54, like the woven pendants.

Poolside and very damp areas: which rating to aim for?

Near a pool, an IP54 minimum is essential. You check the fixing to the surface as much as the cable length. For overall pool lighting, complete with a selection of poolside lighting and outdoor floor lamps.

How to choose between a globe, a lantern and a rattan pendant?

The shape decides the look as much as the light. The globe gives a clean, even result, the lantern plays on the traditional silhouette, rattan or woven bamboo brings volume and warmth. The choice is made first according to the style of the room, then according to the free space above the table.

Original decorative lights: which pieces stand out?

The most distinctive shapes in the selection are the Zentorina rattan pendant (33 x 35 cm), the Noreia bamboo pendant (39 x 28 cm), the flower or leaf shape of some globes, and the globes with coloured caps. Find them among the original decorative lights.

Vintage lights: lanterns, frosted glass and bronze or gold finishes

Winvale, Coralis and Lanterno share the same family: aluminium, frosted glass, bronze, brown or black and gold finishes. Their traditional silhouette stands the test of time and matches an old wall or a stone facade. Designer outdoor lights take the opposite, more graphic approach.

Which lights for the kitchen, living room or WC?

The selection is not limited to the garden. It covers first the outdoors, the terrace and the balcony, then the living room, dining room, kitchen, bedroom, hallway and toilet. A pendant replaces the ceiling light when you want the light close to a worktop or a table.

Kitchen and dining room lights: which format above the table?

A single central light point is enough, in opal glass or metal and glass, with an E27 or G9 fitting at 12 to 15 W and a height adjusted by the cable. Modern kitchen lights and a pendant above the table follow the same size guidelines.

Lights for WC and small spaces: which size to choose?

In a small space, prefer a globe 15 to 20 cm in diameter to a large sphere, with a single light point and a reduced cable height. IP44 is useful there in a damp room. See the lights for WC.

At what height to hang an outdoor pendant light and how to maintain it?

The height is adjusted by the cable, once the light is fixed to the surface. The models in the selection drop from 30 cm to 130, 150 or 160 cm depending on the reference, which leaves room between a high pergola and a small conservatory.

At what height to hang a pendant above a table?

Above a table, the aim is to light the tabletop without obstructing the view: Rosvesella and Novveseno drop to 150 cm, Winvale to 130.7 cm, Kop E to 160 cm. Keep the passage clear around the table and raise the cable if you need to walk underneath. Pendants in a modern style are adjusted in the same way.

How to clean an outdoor light without damaging it?

Dust rattan, bamboo and wood dry, with no standing moisture. On glass and metal, a soft cloth and soapy water are enough, with the bulb removed. Aluminium and brass need only a dry cloth: no abrasive product. Tighten the fixings when the season changes.

Where to find a shop or a clearance sale of lights in Lyon?

This selection can be ordered online from Lyon as from anywhere in France. You access the same references without depending on a shop's stock, with secure payment, tracked delivery and returns. Each product page shows the current price and the actual specifications of the model.

Light shop in Lyon: how to order the selection?

Browse all our lights, open the page of the model you have spotted, then check the fitting, the IP rating and the maximum cable height. Designix customer service helps with this choice before ordering. For an indoor room, also look at the designer lights for living rooms.

Light clearance sale in Lyon: which models remain available?

A light clearance sale in Lyon does not necessarily involve a shop: the entry-level models in the selection remain available online, in the black pendants as well as the beige models in woven materials. The price shown on each product page is the one that applies.

Payment, delivery and returns: how does ordering work?

Before confirming, check four points: the IP rating of the location, the fitting and wattage of the bulb, the maximum cable height, then the colour. Payment is secure, delivery is tracked, and returns are provided for. The warranty recorded on the product pages ranges from 2 years on most models to 5 years on part of the selection. The Designix light catalogue groups the references; for a wood feel, see the black wooden lights.

Frequently asked questions

To equip a terrace, first compare the Kuul G IP44 pendant and the Epli Mini IP44, then confirm your basket: secure payment, tracked delivery, returns and Designix customer service.