{"title":"Recessed reading lights","description":"\u003cp\u003eA recessed reading light is a low-power LED wall light, fixed close to the wall, that illuminates a specific area: a book, a step, a hallway. This selection brings together wall lights in aluminium or metal, in warm white 2700 to 3500K, rated IP20, for the bedroom, hallway, staircase and entrance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cnav\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#definition\"\u003eWhat is a recessed reading light\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#installation\"\u003eInstallation and wiring\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#pieces\"\u003eWhere to place it\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#couleurs\"\u003eBlack, gold or white\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#lumiere\"\u003eWhich light for reading\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#salle-de-bain\"\u003eBathroom and IP20\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#orientation\"\u003eDirecting the beam\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#entretien\"\u003eCare and warranty\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/nav\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"definition\"\u003eWhat is a recessed reading light and what is it for?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn practice, it replaces the bedside lamp sitting on the nightstand and frees up the surface: the light falls directly onto the book without lighting up the room. On the spec sheet, the selection comes down to a few lines: 3 W LED, LED base, warm white 2700 to 3500K, IP20, aluminium or metal.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRecessed reading lights with a switch: how is the light controlled?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe reading light is wired to the existing lighting point circuit and is switched on from the wall switch, like any fixed wall light. No separate control is needed: the existing circuit handles the switching. In a hallway or on a staircase, this avoids searching for a second switch in the dark. If you prefer a movable lamp, compare with \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/liseuses-de-chevet\"\u003ebedside reading lights\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWall reading light or digital reading light: why the same word?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe word also refers to the e-reader. Lighting terminology has adopted it for the reading wall light, the one that illuminates the open book. There is no technical connection between the two objects: here, we are talking only about LED wall lights. To see the full family, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003eall our lighting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"installation\"\u003eHow do you install recessed ceiling spotlights?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut the power at the breaker, locate the conduit runs, drill at the recess diameter, connect the light and then clip it into place. For a wall reading light, the method is the same, but the recess is made in the wall, directly below the existing lighting point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRecessed reading lights: drilling into the wall without damaging the circuit\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst locate the conduit with a detector before drilling, then use a drill bit suited to the wall material. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/applique-noir-encastrable-noire-mate-a-spot-orientable-scava\"\u003eScava recessed spotlight in matte black\u003c\/a\u003e measures 190 mm high by 80 mm wide: check this footprint before marking out, especially near woodwork. For a model with a freer design, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-design\"\u003ereading lights with a crafted design\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDo you need an electrician to install a wall reading light?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWithout an electrical point where you want it, installation means chasing a channel and connecting to the consumer unit: that is a job for an electrician. If the circuit already exists and the breaker stays accessible, fixing and wiring are within reach of a well-equipped DIYer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"pieces\"\u003eWhere to place a recessed reading light: headboard, hallway, staircase or entrance?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt the headboard, it replaces the bedside lamp and frees up the nightstand. In a hallway or on a staircase, it marks the way without lighting the whole room. In an entrance, it highlights a wall or lights up the handle. All these dry rooms are among the uses covered by the selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRecessed headboard reading lights: at what height should they be fixed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGenerally, they are aligned with the top of the mattress, around 60 to 70 cm above the base depending on the bed thickness, so the beam falls on the book and not in your eyes. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/applique-murale-led-noire-bras-flexible-orientable-hester\"\u003eHester reading light with flexible arm\u003c\/a\u003e extends its head 340 mm above the pillow: that is what sets it apart from a flat wall light.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eRecessed reading lights on a staircase: which side should they go?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace it on the handrail side, to light the step without casting a shadow in the walkway. An adjustable spotlight such as \u003ca href=\"\/products\/applique-noire-a-projecteur-cylindrique-orientable-valdanica\"\u003ethe Valdanica wall light with adjustable spotlight\u003c\/a\u003e is set downwards before tightening. In a bedroom, a wall-mounted \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-de-chevet\"\u003ebedside reading light\u003c\/a\u003e serves the same purpose.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eWhich reading light for which room\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRoom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat the light needs to do\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel to favour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePoint to check\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBedroom, headboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRead without lighting the room\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHester and its 340 mm arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClearance above the nightstand\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHallway\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMark the way\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScava in matte black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e190 mm height once installed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStaircase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight the step\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValdanica, adjustable spotlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeam directed downwards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEntrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighlight a wall, light a handle\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuriella in brushed gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSocket nearby for USB\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToilet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiscreet extra light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAny, IP20 is sufficient\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo direct water spray\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBathroom\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWet-area lighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo model in this selection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSuitable protection rating required\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"couleurs\"\u003eBlack, gold or white recessed reading lights: which colour to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost models are black, one finish is brushed gold. Black blends into a dark wall and stands out on a light wall; gold warms up a white wall or plain wallpaper. This selection has no white version, which you will find among our light finishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBlack recessed reading lights: on which wall do they stand out?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a light wall, matte black draws a crisp line and becomes a decorative feature; on a dark wall, it disappears and only the light remains. The choice therefore depends on what you want to show. Find these shades in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-coloris-noir\"\u003eour matte black range\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhite recessed reading lights: which collection should you look at?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a light finish, turn to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-coloris-blanc\"\u003elight finishes\u003c\/a\u003e, which group the brighter versions in the catalogue. If the wall is already dark and you want a warm contrast rather than a stark one, look at \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-coloris-dore\"\u003egold models\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-en-bronze\"\u003ebronze finishes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"lumiere\"\u003eWhich light for reading in the evening: 3 W, warm white and integrated LED?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll models in the selection run on 3 W LED and give off a warm white of 2700 to 3500K, the range that leans towards evening ambience rather than office light. The power stays modest: this is extra light for reading or marking a passage, not general lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWarm white 2700-3500K: what does that change for reading?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt 2700K, the light leans towards the amber of an incandescent bulb; at 3500K, it becomes more neutral, without turning to the blue of daylight. This range stays comfortable in the evening and is easy on the eyes on paper. To light a whole living room, you need another format: see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-led-sur-pied\"\u003efreestanding LED lighting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIs 3 W enough to read in bed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes for a book, provided the beam is brought close to the page. No for lighting a room: 3 W is close-range extra light, not a ceiling light. If you are looking to light a larger seating area, compare with \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-sur-pied\"\u003efreestanding models\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"salle-de-bain\"\u003eCan a recessed reading light be installed in a bathroom?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo: the entire selection is rated IP20, meaning protection against dust and contact, not against water. In a bathroom, you need a light whose protection rating suits wet areas. Bedroom, living room, hallway, staircase, entrance and toilet are however perfectly suitable.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIP20: what this rating really protects against\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first digit covers solids, the second liquids. With IP20, the wall light is protected against solid objects larger than 12.5 mm and against finger contact, but no protection is claimed against water. A spray or prolonged condensation is therefore not covered.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eToilet, hallway, staircase: where IP20 is enough\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAll four models are rated IP20, for use in dry rooms. The constraint to remember is simple: no direct water spray on the light. For a warmer atmosphere in these rooms, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-en-bois\"\u003ethe wooden versions\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"orientation\"\u003eHow do you direct a wall reading light to read without being dazzled?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMost models are adjustable: cylindrical spotlight, 340 mm flexible arm or adjustable spot. The beam is aimed at the book, never at the eyes, and tilted downwards so as not to dazzle the person sharing the bed. The Auriella tube, with its fixed shape, has a USB port.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFlexible arm or adjustable spotlight: what is the difference day to day?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flexible arm bends in every direction and brings the head closer to the page; the adjustable spotlight pivots on a ball joint and locks on one axis. The first suits intensive reading, the second step or hallway lighting. Also compare \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-design\"\u003ewall lights with a crafted design\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eTwo people in the bed: the setting that avoids dazzling the other\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSet the tilt before fully tightening the base plate, then test it lying down in the position of the person reading. The beam should skim the page and stay below the neighbour's eye line. The \u003ca href=\"\/products\/applique-murale-led-laiton-tube-usb-contemporain-auriella\"\u003eAuriella tube in brushed gold\u003c\/a\u003e shines downwards, with no adjustment needed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eThe reading lights in the selection\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eModel\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eColour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eShape\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eDimensions\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eAdjustment\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWarranty\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eValdanica\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTube, cylindrical spotlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH 86 x W 86 mm, length 41 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable spotlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHester\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBlack\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH 120 x W 40 mm, length 340 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable flexible arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScava\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatte black\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSquare, spotlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH 190 x W 80 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable spotlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAuriella\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAluminium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrushed gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTube\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eH 183 x W 78 mm, length 125 mm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed, USB port\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e3 years\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"entretien\"\u003eHow do you care for a recessed reading light and make it last?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA dry cloth is enough: dust builds up on top of the spotlight or tube and dulls the beam. Avoid liquid products on the LED source. Check once a year that the base plate is still tight against the wall, and keep the invoice: the selection is covered by a 3-year warranty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eCleaning an LED wall light without damaging the source\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCut the power, dust dry, then wipe a slightly damp cloth over the aluminium or metal, never on the LED itself. Matte finishes mark easily: an abrasive product leaves a permanent trace. For other shades, see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-coloris-noir\"\u003eblack finishes\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003e3-year warranty: what it changes when buying\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe warranty covers the entire selection for 3 years, which gives time to check that the wall fixing holds and the beam stays stable. Keep the purchase invoice: it is the document requested in the event of a claim.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe 340 mm arm of Hester and the 190 x 80 mm footprint of Scava are two useful reference points when choosing. Unsure between two models? The 340 mm arm of \u003ca href=\"\/products\/applique-murale-led-noire-bras-flexible-orientable-hester\"\u003ethe Hester reading light with flexible arm\u003c\/a\u003e often tips the balance towards the bedroom, while \u003ca href=\"\/products\/applique-noir-encastrable-noire-mate-a-spot-orientable-scava\"\u003ethe Scava recessed spotlight in matte black\u003c\/a\u003e is the natural choice for a hallway. Browse all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003eDesignix lighting\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-led-sur-pied\"\u003efreestanding LED reading lights\u003c\/a\u003e to complete a room's lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow do you install recessed ceiling spotlights?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eCut the power at the breaker, locate the conduit runs, drill at the recess diameter, connect the light and then clip it into place. For a wall reading light, the method is the same but the recess is made in the wall, directly below the existing lighting point. Without an electrical point in place, call an electrician.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is a reading light?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn lighting terminology, a reading light is a low-power wall light that illuminates a specific area: a book, a step, a hallway. The word also refers to a digital reading tablet, unrelated to this selection, which consists only of LED wall lights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the ideal tool for reading at night?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn adjustable wall light in warm white, such as the spotlight or flexible-arm models in this selection: the beam is set on the book without lighting the whole bedroom. At 3 W LED, the light stays contained and does not wake the person sharing the bed.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich light for a bathroom ceiling?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA light whose protection rating suits wet areas, which is not the case for the IP20 models shown here, intended for dry rooms. Bedroom, living room, hallway, staircase, entrance and toilet are suitable for this selection, but not a bathroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat are the drawbacks of a wall reading light?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIt requires a lighting point where you want it, otherwise chasing work is needed. Its light is localised: it does not replace the room's general lighting. Finally, the IP20 rating of this selection rules out the bathroom. 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Son IRC de 80 garde des teintes naturelles, et la source est annoncée pour \u003cstrong\u003e50 000 h\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLED intégrée de \u003cstrong\u003e3 W\u003c\/strong\u003e, culot LED, rien à visser\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e240 lm\u003c\/strong\u003e concentrés sur \u003cstrong\u003e1 à 2 m²\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIRC 80, des teintes justes sur un livre\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDurée de vie annoncée : \u003cstrong\u003e50 000 h\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eDans quelles pièces installer cette applique murale ?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eC'est d'abord une applique chambre, posée près du lit, mais le fabricant cite aussi le salon, le couloir, l'entrée et les toilettes. Sa pose encastrée libère le mur, et l'on peut répéter une applique escalier le long d'une montée pour un \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire-escalier\"\u003eéclairage d'escalier\u003c\/a\u003e régulier.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSix pièces citées, de la chambre aux toilettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMontage encastré, saillie réduite au mur\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIP20\u003c\/strong\u003e et \u003cstrong\u003e230 V AC\u003c\/strong\u003e : pièces sèches uniquement\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoir les \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/applique-murale-chambre\"\u003eapplique murale chambre\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComment s'en servir comme lampe de lecture au lit ?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFixée au-dessus de la table de chevet, cette \u003cstrong\u003eapplique murale led\u003c\/strong\u003e éclaire la page sans allumer toute la chambre.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e240 lm\u003c\/strong\u003e sur la zone de lecture\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorps tube de \u003cstrong\u003e183 x 78 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eVoir les \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/applique-murale-liseuse\"\u003eappliques murales liseuses\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa hauteur se cale sur celle du matelas plutôt que sur une cote unique, comme le détaille notre \u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/infos\/a-quelle-hauteur-ideale-installer-une-applique-murale\"\u003eguide de pose\u003c\/a\u003e. Pour un autre dessin de lumière, voir l'\u003ca href=\"\/products\/applique-murale-moderne-tube-a-barre-verticale-et-disque-lumineux-gravity\"\u003eApplique murale moderne tube à barre verticale et disque lumineux\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eAvec quoi accorder une applique jaune au style contemporain ?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe jaune du corps en aluminium et la forme tube s'accordent à un intérieur contemporain, sur un mur clair comme en écho avec un bois blond. Le coloris est unique : tout se joue sur les matières voisines, dans un \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire-contemporain\"\u003eluminaire contemporain\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColoris jaune, un seul modèle vendu\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCorps en aluminium, forme tube\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStyle contemporain, garantie \u003cstrong\u003e3 ans\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertifié CE, classe énergétique G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePour un effet plus doux, à comparer avec l'\u003ca href=\"\/products\/applique-murale-boule-deux-globes-verre-opalin-doree-boule-de-verre\"\u003eApplique murale boule deux globes verre opalin dorée\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zambelis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54826257350994,"sku":"ZAM.H67","price":219.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/8598\/2228\/files\/applique-encastrable-zambelis-3w-design-laiton-brosse_3f6d786c-9498-4d82-872e-a2056d830401.jpg?v=1790245923"},{"product_id":"applique-noir-encastrable-noire-mate-a-spot-orientable-scava","title":"Applique murale | Scava","description":"\u003cp\u003eL'Applique Encastrable ZAMBELIS DESIGN Noir Mat : ligne minimaliste pour la lecture en chambreL'Applique Encastrable ZAMBELIS DESIGN Noir Mat (réf. H43) signe une approche minimaliste de la liseuse encastrée, conçue pour les chambres d'hôtel, résidences haut de gamme et espaces de lecture soignés. Sobre et contemporaine, sa finition noir mat en métal et aluminium (H190 × l80 mm) s'efface dans le mur pour laisser la lumière seule en scène.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eSa LED intégrée de 3W en 3000K (blanc chaud) délivre 240 lm pour un éclairage de lecture agréable et non agressif. Fonctionnement ON\/OFF, durée de vie 50 000 h, garantissant fiabilité et sobriété d'entretien dans les projets à usage intensif.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003ePoints remarquables :\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eDesign encastré minimaliste, finition noir matLED 3W intégrée, 3000K, 240 lmFormat compact : H190 × l80 mmDurée de vie 50 000 hGarantie 3 ans\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eCaractéristiques techniques\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlux lumineux\u003c\/strong\u003e : 240 lm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePuissance\u003c\/strong\u003e : 3 W\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTechnologie\u003c\/strong\u003e : LED\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTension\u003c\/strong\u003e : 230 V AC\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eIndice de protection\u003c\/strong\u003e : IP20\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCouleur produit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Noir\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMatériau\u003c\/strong\u003e : Métal\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHauteur\u003c\/strong\u003e : 190 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLargeur\u003c\/strong\u003e : 80 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePoids net\u003c\/strong\u003e : 0,3 kg\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eClasse énergétique UE-2019\/2015\u003c\/strong\u003e : G\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDurée de vie\u003c\/strong\u003e : 50 000 h\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGarantie\u003c\/strong\u003e : 3 ans\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eExpédié sous 2 à 3 semaines\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Zambelis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54826393665874,"sku":"ZAM.H43","price":184.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/8598\/2228\/files\/applique-encastrable-zambelis-3w-design-noir-mat-h63.jpg?v=1790246543"},{"product_id":"applique-murale-led-noire-bras-flexible-orientable-hester","title":"Applique murale | Hester","description":"\u003cp\u003eApplique murale led noire à bras flexible orientable, à fixer au-dessus du chevet ou dans un couloir : le faisceau se dirige où vous lisez, dans un tube métal de 340 mm pour 3 W et 210 lm en blanc chaud. Ce modèle rejoint notre sélection d'\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/applique-murale\"\u003eapplique murale\u003c\/a\u003e pour l'éclairage d'appoint.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuelle lumière donne cette applique murale led ?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCette applique led diffuse un blanc chaud de 2700 à 3500 K, classé G, à 210 lm pour 3 W, avec un IRC de 80 confortable pour lire. Elle éclaire 1 à 2 m², donc un fauteuil ou un chevet, et rejoint notre \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/applique-murale-liseuse\"\u003eapplique murale liseuse\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLe bras flexible oriente le faisceau sans bouger le corps.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e3 W\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e210 lm\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e2700 à 3500 K\u003c\/strong\u003e, IRC 80.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSurface éclairée de \u003cstrong\u003e1 à 2 m²\u003c\/strong\u003e : éclairage d'appoint.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eÀ voir aussi l'\u003ca href=\"\/products\/applique-murale-led-sphere-bras-courbe-luminance\"\u003eApplique murale led sphère bras courbé\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOù installer cette applique murale en métal noir ?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe couloir est la pièce prévue par la fiche, et son profil tube de 340 mm sur 120 mm de haut se glisse aussi au-dessus d'un chevet. Cette applique en métal noir est IP20 : pièce sèche uniquement, ni salle de bain ni extérieur.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDimensions : H \u003cstrong\u003e120 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, L \u003cstrong\u003e40 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, longueur \u003cstrong\u003e340 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCouloir, chambre, entrée, en intérieur sec.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003e230 V AC\u003c\/strong\u003e, alimentation sur secteur.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePièce humide : viser un indice \u003cstrong\u003eIP44\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComment se pose cette applique murale orientable ?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe montage est encastrable et l'alimentation \u003cstrong\u003e230 V AC\u003c\/strong\u003e arrive dans le mur : l'arrivée électrique se prépare avant la fixation définitive. Comme cette \u003cstrong\u003eapplique murale led\u003c\/strong\u003e fonctionne avec une LED intégrée, le bras se règle à la main, sans outil, pour viser le plan de lecture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMontage encastrable, \u003cstrong\u003e230 V AC\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCulot LED : aucune ampoule à changer.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCertifiée \u003cstrong\u003eCE\u003c\/strong\u003e, garantie \u003cstrong\u003e3 ans\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEntretien : chiffon doux et sec sur le métal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComment l'accorder à un intérieur contemporain ?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe noir uni et le profil tubulaire s'accordent avec les codes du \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire-contemporain\"\u003eluminaire contemporain\u003c\/a\u003e. Une applique noire de chaque côté du lit équilibre un mur de chevet, comme dans notre \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/applique-murale-noire\"\u003esélection d'appliques noires\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUn profil tube proche du \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire-minimaliste\"\u003eluminaire minimaliste\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eUne seule couleur vendue : noir uni.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDeux appliques face à face pour une chambre.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eÀ comparer avec l'\u003ca href=\"\/products\/applique-murale-moderne-tube-a-barre-verticale-et-disque-lumineux-gravity\"\u003eApplique murale moderne tube à barre verticale\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Zambelis","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54826405134674,"sku":"ZAM.H69","price":189.9,"currency_code":"EUR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0677\/8598\/2228\/files\/applique-encastrable-zambelis-3w-design-noir.jpg?v=1790246556"},{"product_id":"applique-noire-a-projecteur-cylindrique-orientable-valdanica","title":"Applique murale | Valdanica","description":"\u003cp\u003eL'\u003cstrong\u003eapplique noire\u003c\/strong\u003e à projecteur cylindrique orientable envoie sa lumière exactement là où vous en avez besoin. Aluminium noir, source LED \u003cstrong\u003e3 W\u003c\/strong\u003e, carré de \u003cstrong\u003e86 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e : une \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/applique-murale\"\u003eapplique murale\u003c\/a\u003e discrète pour une chambre ou un couloir.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eQuelle lumière donne cette applique noire ?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe projecteur cylindrique resserre le faisceau : faites-le pivoter vers le livre, puis laissez-le glisser sur le mur en veilleuse. Cette applique LED de \u003cstrong\u003e3 W\u003c\/strong\u003e délivre \u003cstrong\u003e145 lm\u003c\/strong\u003e en \u003cstrong\u003e220-240 V AC\u003c\/strong\u003e, sans transformateur à loger dans la cloison.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLED intégrée \u003cstrong\u003e3 W\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003e145 lm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eIRC \u003cstrong\u003e95\u003c\/strong\u003e, teintes fidèles\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eProjecteur orientable, interrupteur intégré\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClasse énergétique \u003cstrong\u003eG\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eOù installer une applique murale encastrable ?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe fabricant la destine à la chambre, au salon, au couloir, à l'escalier, à l'entrée et aux toilettes. Une applique escalier se place près de la main courante, mais l'\u003cstrong\u003eIP20\u003c\/strong\u003e la réserve aux pièces sèches.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLiseuse de chevet, parmi notre sélection \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/applique-murale-chambre\"\u003eapplique murale chambre\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBalisage discret, à rapprocher des \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire-escalier\"\u003eluminaires d'escalier\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAppoint dans une entrée ou des toilettes\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/blogs\/infos\/a-quelle-hauteur-ideale-installer-une-applique-murale\"\u003eÀ quelle hauteur installer une applique murale\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComment accorder cette applique noire à la décoration ?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLe noir finition sable de l'aluminium s'accorde aux bois clairs, au laiton doré comme au béton brut, et sa forme carrée reste sobre. Dans la même pièce, l'\u003ca href=\"\/products\/applique-murale-led-sphere-bras-courbe-luminance\"\u003eApplique murale LED sphère bras courbé\u003c\/a\u003e joue une partition plus graphique.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAluminium noir, finition sable\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCarré \u003cstrong\u003e86 x 86 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e, profondeur \u003cstrong\u003e41 mm\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eColoris unique, dans la sélection \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/applique-murale-noire\"\u003eapplique murale noire\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eÀ comparer avec l'\u003ca href=\"\/products\/applique-murale-boule-deux-globes-verre-opalin-doree-boule-de-verre\"\u003eApplique murale boule deux globes verre opalin\u003c\/a\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eComment la poser et l'entretenir au quotidien ?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLa vue arrière montre une platine de fixation murale avec ses trous et son connecteur, pour une pose nette et affleurante. 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