Rattan outdoor floor lamps

A rattan outdoor lamp post goes where people sit, on a terrace or a sheltered dining corner, and is chosen first of all on the actual exposure of the spot. The weave filters the light, casts shadows across the table and warms a pale facade.

What is rattan and why choose a rattan outdoor lamp post?

Rattan is the stem of a climbing palm, woven by hand to form shades and baskets. Outdoors, a rattan lamp post diffuses filtered light that casts woven shadows across the terrace. How well it withstands damp and sun depends on the treatment and finish stated on the product page.

Rattan, wicker or bamboo: what are the differences?

Natural rattan gives an irregular weave and a warm tone. Wicker is more supple and lighter, bamboo is straighter with visible nodes. Woven resin reproduces the pattern with a constant colour. Look at the bamboo and rattan models if you want a natural tone and a lively pattern.

Does rattan withstand rain and sun?

A natural weave outdoors needs a surface finish and shelter in case of frost or storm. The product page states the material, the finish and the protection rating: those are the facts that decide, not the photo. For a very exposed terrace, woven resin ages more evenly. Vintage rattan silhouettes are better placed under a canopy.

Which rattan outdoor lamp post should you choose for your terrace or garden?

Start with the function: a dining corner calls for a wide shade and light directed downwards, a walkway calls for a higher light source. This collection holds only one lamp post: keep both uses in mind before choosing.

Which height and format should you choose?

A lamp post placed next to a low table lights poorly: the shade should reach above the tabletop, generally around sixty centimetres higher, adjusted to the table and the seating. A format that is too tall dazzles seated guests. Designer outdoor lamp posts often play on a slim stem and a generous shade.

Do you need a heavy base or a movable lamp post?

A wide, weighted base holds in the wind on an open terrace. A light model moves from the living room to the garden but falls over at the first gust. Route the cable away from walkways and favour modern lines with a stable base if the spot is windy.

Where should you install a rattan outdoor lamp post?

A rattan lamp post goes where people sit: terrace, dining corner, pergola. Near a pool or a water point, splashes mean you must check the protection rating and the nature of the weave before settling on the spot.

On a terrace or under a pergola?

Under a pergola, the woven shade casts a pattern on the beams and the table, which is enough to define the dining corner without ceiling lighting. On a covered terrace, place it at the end of the table, against the wall, to avoid glare. Browse all our lighting if you are adding another light point outdoors.

Near a pool or a water point?

A lamp post set a few metres from the pool lights the walkway without sending light into the water. Keep it back from splashes and check the protection rating on the product page. Where no connection is possible, solar models without wiring save you running a line.

What light does a rattan lamp post give: warm white or cool white?

Warm white, around 2,700 to 3,000 K, warms the rattan and suits meals and evenings. Cool white, 4,000 K and above, lights whiter and makes a walkway safer. On an openwork shade, the warm temperature brings out the weave, the cool one makes it more neutral.

Which E27 outdoor bulb should you choose?

The E27 cap is a standard screw cap: the socket stated on the product page tells you which bulb to screw in. Choose a bulb intended for outdoor use and for the way you use it. A low-consumption LED is enough for a table ambience. See also outdoor LED lighting for the other points in the garden.

Which IP protection rating should you ask for?

The IP rating gives resistance to dust and water, read on the product page. In a sheltered area, a moderate rating is enough; in direct rain or near a pool, you need a higher one. No figure replaces a careful reading of the product page. Adjustable lamp posts help direct the light away from the eye.

How do you match a rattan lamp post with the furniture and the facade?

Rattan goes with wood, ecru canvas and black metal: it warms a pale facade and softens a mineral terrace. A cantilever rattan chair extends the same family of weave, while an outdoor terrace wall light completes the lighting on the wall without doubling the light on the ground.

Which materials go with rattan?

A honey weave talks to a wooden table and ecru cushions. On a white wall, it brings the only warm touch to the terrace. With black steel, it softens the contrast. The wood versions follow the same logic of matching.

Should you add an outdoor terrace wall light?

A wall light on the facade lights the entrance and leaves the lamp post in the role of table light. Two sources at different levels avoid a flat wash on the ground. If you stay with a single tone, metal outdoor lamp posts and black finishes play the part of the dark accent.

How do you install and maintain a rattan lamp outdoors?

A rattan lamp post is cleaned dry: dust with a soft cloth or a brush, never a pressurised water jet. For a mark, a slightly damp cloth is enough, then dry completely before switching the power back on. Store or cover the fixture in case of frost or storm.

How do you protect rattan from the weather?

Place the lamp post on a flat, stable surface, with the cable taut and out of the way. In winter, bring it inside or cover it: frost weakens the weave faster than rain. No waterproofing product is supplied with the fixture, the product page is the reference. See all our lighting collections for the other materials.

How do you change the bulb and secure the connection?

Switch off the power before unscrewing the bulb, let it cool, then screw in the new one without forcing the socket. Check that the cable is not taut and that the plug stays dry. A model in white is easy to spot in a dark part of the garden.

Lamp post, floor lamp, bollard: what do you call an outdoor lamp post?

An outdoor lamp post is also called a floor lamp, a terrace lamp post or a light bollard depending on its shape. In a garden, we speak of a freestanding lamp post when it can be moved, of a bollard when it is fixed to the ground. The word lamp post remains the most searched term.

What are the trends for floor lamps in 2026?

Woven shapes and natural materials remain in demand, with wide shades and sober bases. LED sources are growing, and battery or solar models are winning over spots with no connection. Natural tones sit alongside dark finishes. Indoors, rattan lamp posts for the living room take up the same pattern.

How do you tell an outdoor lamp post from an indoor model?

The product page of an outdoor model states a treated material, a protection rating and a base that is stable in wind. An indoor model mentions neither IP nor damp resistance. The cable and plug also count. For a dry room, designer LED lamp posts for the living room are enough.

Natural rattan, woven resin or metal: which material for an outdoor lamp?

Natural rattan offers a living weave and irregular shadows; woven resin reproduces that pattern with a more even tone. Metal and wood play a different card: sharper lines or the warmth of wood. The choice depends above all on the actual exposure and the maintenance you accept.

Natural rattan or woven resin: which for outdoors?

Natural rattan is dusted dry and fears prolonged damp, wicker loosens faster, bamboo needs a soft cloth with no abrasive. Woven resin keeps a constant colour in a very exposed spot. In both cases, the decisive fact remains the protection rating on the product page.

What if I prefer metal or wood?

This collection holds only one lamp post. To compare, the wood outdoor lamp posts and the modern LED models remain available.

Ordering from Designix: secure payment, tracked delivery and returns, with a customer service team you can reach to check a dimension, a socket or a protection rating before confirming. Measure the height of your table and the floor space available, then settle your choice on those two figures.

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