{"title":"Wall-mounted reading light","description":"\u003cp\u003eTo read in bed without waking your partner, fit a wall reading lamp whose beam is directed at the page, at shoulder height when seated, with the switch within easy reach. A wall reading lamp replaces the bedside lamp when the nightstand is too small or the floor needs to stay clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cnav\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#lumiere\"\u003eWhat light does a wall reading lamp give\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#pieces\"\u003eWhere to install it in the home\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#salon\"\u003eModern and powerful living room\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#alimentation\"\u003eWired or wireless\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#style\"\u003eMatching bohemian, gold or black\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#technique\"\u003eSocket, LED and IP rating\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#poser\"\u003eInstallation and care\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#erreurs\"\u003eMistakes to avoid\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/nav\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"lumiere\"\u003eWhat light does a wall reading lamp give?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wall reading lamp throws a concentrated light onto the book, the armchair or the worktop, while staying discreet on the wall. The adjustable arm or the diffuser directs the beam: aimed at the page, it lights without dazzling the person sharing the room, unlike an ambient wall light that mainly lights the wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBedroom wall reading lamp: a beam aimed at the book\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a bedroom, you want a narrow cone resting on the page, not a wash of light on both sides of the bed. The articulated arm or the ball joint lets you aim at the book, then bring the fixture back against the wall when you switch off. For easy rest, a warm light around 2700 to 3000 K usually works; a cooler tone, around 4000 K, is more alerting and better suited to working. See \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/liseuses-de-chevet\"\u003ea wall bedside reading lamp\u003c\/a\u003e designed for this setup.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigner wall reading lamp: indirect light and diffuser\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA frosted glass or perforated metal diffuser softens the beam and lights the wall rather than the page. The result is a pleasant ambient light, suited to a hallway or a living room, but less precise for long reading sessions: the wider the beam, the more it lights the room instead of the book. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-design\"\u003ePieces with a crafted design\u003c\/a\u003e often work on this principle, to be chosen according to actual use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"pieces\"\u003eWhere to install a wall reading lamp in the home?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wall reading lamp goes anywhere light is needed without furniture: on either side of a bed, near a sofa, on a staircase to mark the steps, or in a toilet where floor space is limited. The choice depends on the height you can reach and the humidity of the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eStaircase wall light: where to fix it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a staircase, follow the climb at a constant height, one wall light per level or every two levels, with a beam directed downwards or grazing the step. A regular height avoids an uneven staircase effect, and grazing light makes the step edges readable without dazzling the person coming down.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich wall light for a toilet?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAbove the mirror or high up, a small wall light replaces a bulky pendant. An original toilet wall light stands out by its shape or finish, useful when the room is visible from a hallway. In a damp room, take the IP rating of the fixture into account.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eWhich wall reading lamp for which room\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRoom\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType of wall reading lamp\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eBeam direction\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat 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\u003eReading wall light with articulated arm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTowards the book, without dazzling the other person\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSwitch reachable from the bed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiving room, near the sofa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable wall light or floor reading lamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAimed at the seat\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBeam concentrated enough for reading\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStaircase\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed or adjustable wall light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDownwards, grazing the step\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstant height all the way up\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eToilet and WC\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSmall wall light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft, upwards or towards the mirror\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP rating suited to the room\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutdoors and damp room\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutdoor wall light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDownwards\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWatertightness of the fixture and fixings\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"salon\"\u003eWhich wall light for a modern and powerful living room?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a living room, a wall light is used to read on the sofa or to light a corner without placing a lamp on the floor. Enough power to read, a beam aimed at the seat and a finish that follows the style of the room matter more than a very bright model that lights the whole room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich powerful LED wall light for reading?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\"Powerful\" here means precise: a well-directed integrated LED module lights the page with little wasted light. A beam that is too wide lights the room instead of the book and tires the eye through contrast. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuse-canape\"\u003eModels for reading on the sofa\u003c\/a\u003e favour this concentration, with an arm that brings the source closer to the seat.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eModern living room wall light: which finish?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA matt finish and a simple shape suit contemporary interiors; matt black metal structures a pale wall, a gold tone warms a dark wall. If the floor is already taken, a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampadaire-liseuse\"\u003efloor reading lamp\u003c\/a\u003e remains the alternative when wall fixing is not possible.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"alimentation\"\u003eWired or wireless wall reading lamp: which to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wired wall reading lamp connects to an electrical supply and stays on without limit; a wireless version is fitted to a wall with no power supply and runs on battery. The switch, on the backplate, the cable or a remote control, must remain reachable from the bed or the sofa.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWall reading lamp with switch: how to control it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree solutions exist: a switch on the backplate, a switch on the power cable, or a remote control for a wired model operated from a distance. The right question is not aesthetic but practical: once lying down, can your hand find the control without getting up?\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWireless wall reading lamp: for which wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith no electrical supply in the wall, a battery-powered wireless wall light avoids building work, which suits a rented home or a partition wall that cannot be drilled. Check the stated battery life, the charging time and the fixing method, as the weight of the battery changes things.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eWired, wireless or with switch\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSolution\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat to plan for\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eFor which use\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePoint to watch\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWired wall reading lamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eElectrical supply or cable outlet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBare wall, fixed installation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePosition to decide before the work\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWireless wall reading lamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo power supply in the wall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWall without supply, rented home\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBattery life and charging\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWith switch\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eControl on backplate, cable or remote\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eReading in bed and on the sofa\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccessibility once lying down\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIntegrated LED\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNon-replaceable module\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContinuous lighting, slim format\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed colour temperature\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eExposed socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBulb chosen separately\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eChanging brightness or tone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSocket and bulb compatibility\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"style\"\u003eHow to match a bohemian, gold or black wall light?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe style of a wall light comes down to material and finish: pale wood and rattan for a bohemian look, brass or a gold finish for a more dressed wall, matt black metal for a graphic interior, bronze for a more understated feel. The colour of the wall and the tone of the surrounding wood guide the choice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBohemian chic wall light: which materials?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePale wood, rattan and linen give a diffuse, warm light without harsh shadows. These materials match natural textiles already present and take a slightly warm light. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-en-bois\"\u003eWooden wall lights\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-coloris-blanc\"\u003ewhite models\u003c\/a\u003e make up this family, easy to combine in a bedroom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGold or black wall reading lamp: what effect on the wall?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA gold finish catches the light and draws a bright point on a dark wall; \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-coloris-dore\"\u003egold finishes\u003c\/a\u003e stand out even when switched off. Matt black, on the other hand, fades away and leaves only the light visible: see \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuse-noire\"\u003ethe black version of the reading lamp\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-coloris-noir\"\u003ereading lamps in matt black\u003c\/a\u003e. For an understated, patinated look, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-en-bronze\"\u003ebronze reading lamps\u003c\/a\u003e suit hallways and staircases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eWhich style for which wall\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStyle\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMaterial and finish\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLighting mood\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhere to install\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBohemian chic\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePale wood, rattan, gold metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiffuse and warm\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBedroom, living room\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eModern minimalist\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMatt black metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCrisp, aimed at the book\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeadboard, desk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContemporary gold\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBrass or gold finish\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndirect light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiving room, hallway\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnderstated and patinated\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBronze metal\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContrasted, not showy\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStaircase, hallway\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eScandinavian\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWood and matt white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSoft, without harsh shadows\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBedroom, bedside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"technique\"\u003eSocket, integrated LED and IP rating: what to check before buying?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBefore buying, check the type of socket or integrated LED, whether the bulb can be changed, the control, and the IP rating if the room is damp or outdoors. These elements determine actual use, more than the shape of the fixture.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSocket or integrated LED: what difference in use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the 4 wall reading lamps in the collection, an exposed socket, in small or large cap depending on the model, lets you choose the bulb: brightness, tone, replacement in case of failure. An integrated LED module gives a slimmer fixture and even light, but the colour temperature is fixed and the module cannot be replaced. Modules sometimes offer dimming or remote control. In hotel use, an LED bedside reading lamp must offer an accessible control and an adjustable beam for intensive use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWaterproof outdoor wall light: which criterion to look at?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOutdoors or in a damp room, the IP rating of the fixture is the first criterion: the higher the figure, the better the device resists splashes and dust. Also look at the material of the bracket and screws, which ages with humidity. An \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/applique-liseuse\"\u003eoutdoor reading wall light\u003c\/a\u003e is chosen on this criterion before aesthetics.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"poser\"\u003eHow to install and care for a wall reading lamp?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wall reading lamp is fixed at a height that places the beam above the book, once the person is seated, without entering their field of vision. A soft cloth is enough for routine care; in a damp room or outdoors, clean without abrasive products and check the condition of the fixings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eAt what height should a wall reading lamp be fixed near the bed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLogic comes before the figure: sit down, then place the fixture so the cone falls on the page, above the book and out of sight. Two wall lights are fitted on either side of the bed, at the same height, for a symmetrical look and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuse-lit\"\u003ecoherent headboard lighting\u003c\/a\u003e. If floor space is short, also look at \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-sur-pied\"\u003efloor reading lamps\u003c\/a\u003e or freestanding models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to clean a wall light?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnplug or switch off the power before any work. Dust the diffuser and the arm with a soft cloth, without aggressive detergent on matt or patinated finishes. Check once a year that the screws are tight and the cable is in good condition, especially near a window or on a staircase.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"erreurs\"\u003eWhat mistakes should you avoid when choosing an original wall light?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most common mistakes: choosing a beam that is too wide and lights the whole room, forgetting where the switch will be once lying down, fixing the wall light too high or too low, or neglecting compatibility between the socket, the dimmer and the intended bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eForgetting the switch and the wall USB socket\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/applique-murale-liseuse\"\u003ewall reading light\u003c\/a\u003e without an accessible control forces you to get up, which cancels out its purpose. If you charge a Kindle, a Kobo or a phone near the bed, a nearby wall USB socket avoids running an extension lead. Also check that the dimmer of the installation accepts the chosen bulb.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eChoosing a size unsuited to the wall\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA long arm on a thin partition wall, or a wall light that is too bulky above a small mirror, unbalances the room. Measure the available width and the thickness of the fixture when extended before ordering. To go further, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuse\"\u003ethe reading lamps from Designix\u003c\/a\u003e, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuse-lampe-livre\"\u003ethe book lamp\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003eour full range of wall lights\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSecure payment, tracked delivery, returns and Designix customer service: the useful information is given on each product page. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003eSee our lighting catalogue\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/applique-liseuse\"\u003eall the reading wall lights\u003c\/a\u003e to compare shapes, materials and fixing methods before choosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions about the wall reading lamp\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow to choose an original wall light?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAn original wall light is recognised by its shape, its material or its adjustment system, not by its price. Compare the way the arm pivots, the material of the bracket, the finish and the way light comes out of the fixture: that is what sets the model apart from a standard wall light. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/liseuses-design\"\u003eDesigner wall lights\u003c\/a\u003e are judged on these details.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich powerful LED wall light should you choose for reading?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eFor reading, look above all for a beam directed at the book and not at the room: an adjustable wall light or a reading lamp with an articulated arm concentrates the light where you read. Check the colour temperature and whether the bulb can be changed if the model takes one. A light that is too wide tires the eye through contrast with the rest of the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich wall light for a toilet or a WC?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn a toilet, a small wall light placed above the mirror or high up lights without encroaching on a small space. An original WC wall light can play on shape or finish; in a damp room, take the IP rating of the fixture into account and favour a surface that is easy to wipe.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow to light a staircase with a wall light?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eOn a staircase, wall lights are placed following the climb, at a constant height, to mark the steps without dazzling. A beam directed downwards or grazing the step lights better than light sent towards the ceiling. Keep the same height and the same spacing for all the wall lights.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWall reading lamp with switch, is it necessary?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA switch within reach avoids getting up to turn off the light: on the backplate of the wall light, on the power cable or via a remote control. If the model is wired with a standard wall switch, check that it remains accessible from the bed or the sofa. 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