Rope floor lamp

Treat a rope floor lamp as an ambient light source, not as the main lighting in a room: the braided rope filters light and casts soft shadows on the walls. This collection brings together floor-standing models for indoor use, most of which take an E27 bulb.

Rope floor lamp: what is it and what light does it give?

A rope floor lamp is a floor lamp whose shade, stem or frame is covered in braided rope, often combined with metal, wood or aluminium. The rope filters the light and casts soft shadows. The models in this collection stand on the floor, for indoor use, with an E27 socket or an LED strip.

Rope and wood floor lamp: how does it look in a living room?

Rope and wood give off a warm, matte light that warms a living room with pale walls. The braided pattern draws a visible weave when the bulb is on, and stays decorative when it is off. To go down that route, look at the wood floor lamps and their rope variations.

Braided rope floor lamp: covered shade or covered frame?

On the Tressora, the rope covers the shade and black dominates, which gives a graphic look. The black finishes pair well with metal frames, which are easier to dust than rope alone.

Which rope floor lamp should you choose for a living room?

For a living room, aim for an arc model or one with three shades, which lights a wide area without taking up floor space. The Tressora rises to 185 cm and projects light at 175 cm, the Cordéo brings together three shades in natural rope. Black remains the dominant colour in the collection.

Standout living room floor lamp: three shades rather than one

The Cordéo spreads light over three points and stands tall (H 180 cm). It suits rooms where you want to avoid a single, too-strong light source. You will find this type of piece among the floor lamps designed for the living room.

Arc floor lamp in rope: what height and what clearance in a living room?

An arc stands beside the sofa and tilts its shade over the seat: allow for the Tressora's projection, 175 cm, to check it clears your furniture. The black living room versions blend into a dark interior. Also see our selection of floor lamps.

How do you set up a rope floor lamp in a bedroom or office?

In a bedroom or office, a rope floor lamp works as extra light: you place it near an armchair, a bed or a desk, with no drilling. Some models come with a dimmer, handy for lowering the brightness in the evening. The E27 socket lets you choose the bulb.

Rope floor lamp for reading in bed

The Silmilisto, in black and cream braided rope (ø25 cm, H 155 cm), rises just above a bed or an armchair. The Dionysia also works, with its light strip. The E27 socket leaves the bulb choice open on most models.

Floor lamp with a dimmer: what it changes in the evening

A dimmer lets you lower the brightness without switching off, which avoids harsh light late in the evening. Not every model in the collection has one, so check the product page. The models with adjustable brightness are a good starting point for a bedroom.

Looking for a discreet extra light near the bed? Browse the adult bedroom floor lamps and the office lighting.

Globe, arc or upright floor lamp: which rope shapes are there?

The shapes in this collection range from the arc floor lamp, the most common, to the round model covered in rope. The upright floor lamp fits beside an armchair, the arc lights over a sofa, the globe version rounds off a corner of a room. All of them stand on the floor.

Rope globe floor lamp: which corner of a room?

A round shape spreads light over 360 degrees and fills an empty angle between two pieces of furniture. It feels visually lighter than an arc in a small living room. The globe floor lamps also work at the end of a sofa, at extra-light height.

How do you choose between an upright floor lamp and an arc floor lamp?

An upright stem takes up little floor width and lights downwards, near an armchair. An arc needs clearance but carries the light above a table or a seat. Compare the upright floor lamps before deciding based on the space you have.

Rope and driftwood floor lamp: which style for a natural interior?

Rope and wood suit natural, boho or rustic interiors; the Rope combines metal, wood and rope in a rustic spirit, the Cordéo shows a boho style. For a very modern interior, the Tressora and the Dionysia, more graphic, fit better.

Boho, rustic or modern: matching the floor lamp with the rest

The Rope, in metal, wood and brown rope (H 150 cm), pairs with rattan, linen and natural fibres. The Cordéo, in natural rope, plays the boho card. For a living room with clean lines, look at the modern floor lamps, in metal and black.

Carrying rope through the room: rope pendant and rope ceiling light

Braided rope also comes as a pendant and a ceiling light, which lets you repeat the material from floor to ceiling without overloading the room. A rope and wood lamp on the floor is often enough to tie the look together, with a visible globe bulb.

Halogen or LED floor lamp: which bulb should go in a rope floor lamp?

Most models in this collection take a screw-in E27 bulb, which you choose as LED or halogen within the maximum wattage shown on the product page. The Dionysia runs on an integrated LED strip, in warm white. The socket does not depend on the rope.

E27 socket or integrated LED strip: how to choose by model

With an E27 socket, the bulb is replaceable and you can adjust the colour temperature or wattage later, within the limit shown on the product page. The integrated LED strip of the Dionysia cannot be replaced but uses 15 W. Compare the LED options available.

Warm white 2700 - 3500 K: how it looks on natural rope

Around 2700 to 3500 K, the light leans warm yellow and brings out the weave of the rope, which looks more honey-coloured. Above that, the rope loses its warmth and the look becomes more neutral. This is a general guide, to adjust to your room.

What are the different types of connection for light fittings?

A light fitting is either plugged into a wall socket with a cable and a switch, wired directly to a cable outlet in the ceiling or wall, or cordless and battery-powered. The floor lamps in this collection are freestanding, plug-in models, for indoor use.

Toilet or bathroom floor lamp: what IP20 allows

The IP20 rating of these models means protection against solid objects and contact, not against water. A toilet or very damp bathroom floor lamp is therefore not their territory, unless in a well-ventilated wet room away from splashes. For those rooms, aim for a higher rating.

Socket, switch and cable: what to check before buying

Note where the socket is before choosing: the arc stands away from the wall, and a cable that is too short means an extension lead. Also check whether the switch is on the cable or on the fitting. See all the floor lamps and the affordable models for a first set-up.

How do you install and care for a rope floor lamp?

You place a rope floor lamp on the floor, near a socket, with no drilling or fixing. For care, a dry cloth or a vacuum cleaner on a gentle setting is enough to dust the braided rope; avoid wet products and very damp rooms, as the IP20 rating of these models is meant for dry indoor use.

Cleaning braided rope without damaging it

Use a dry microfibre cloth or the soft brush of a vacuum cleaner, following the direction of the weave. Water and household sprays loosen or stain the fibres. On metal frames, a slightly damp cloth followed by an immediate wipe is enough.

Where to put your floor lamp to hide the cables

Place the stem along the wall, on the socket side, and point the shade towards the area to light. The cable then stays hidden behind the sofa or armchair. For a polished look, see our design living room selection and the bedroom models.

Still unsure about the height or the space? The cord, the arc projection and the shade diameter are shown on each product page.

Frequently asked questions

Ordering from Designix

Secure payment, tracked delivery and returns, with Designix customer service for any question about a dimension or a connection. Browse all our light fittings to compare shapes and materials before confirming your choice.