Fabric ceiling lights: a light and very modern design!
Often translucent, but also available in a fairly wide range of colors, natural or synthetic fabric ceiling lights have found a privileged place in our contemporary homes. These textile ceiling lights come in a variety of materials. Discover our selection of fabric ceiling lights now, shipped within 48 to 72 hours.
Fabric, whatever it may be, has the significant advantage of offering a warm and soft ambiance, with its light structure. Often, a thin sheet of parchment is integrated behind the lampshade to further homogenize the light distribution, without dark areas or annoying reflections. You can therefore install your light fixture in a living room, bedroom, or dining room to provide a soft flow of light, with a warm color temperature.
What lighting for my fabric ceiling light?
Fabric lamps and ceiling lights, whatever they may be, are made of fine materials that are sensitive to heat. They should therefore not be fitted with halogen or incandescent bulbs. Accordingly, opt for low-energy LED and compact fluorescent bulbs. These fixtures generally accept E27, E14, or sometimes G9 sockets depending on the model — check the compatibility with the LED bulb of your choice.
Do not install your textile ceiling light in these two places!
Fabric ceiling lights are sensitive to moisture and dirt. This is why you should avoid fixing their base in a bathroom, or in a kitchen because of grease splashes that can stain the fabric lampshade. Beyond stains, fabric also tends to absorb and retain kitchen odors over time — a point that is all the more annoying since it is difficult to clean once installed. And more broadly, also avoid a garage or a laundry room. There is only one exception to all this, keep reading to find out!
What size for my fabric ceiling light?
As with any ceiling light, the size of your fabric ceiling light must remain proportional to the surface area of the room — a model that is too small in a large living room will look lost, while an oversized model will overwhelm a small bedroom. Its generally low profile also makes it an excellent choice for rooms with low ceilings.
What material for my textile ceiling light?
Art deco allows you to create a lighting style that corresponds to each person's tastes. Fabrics related to many other uses than interior decoration have appeared on stylish and chic lighting fixtures! We are thinking of polyester, very popular in clothing manufacturing, but also jute cloth, for example. These two types of materials allow you to offer a very warm and original general lighting.
Among the popular materials in the making of textile lampshades for our fixtures, we find:
Linen: ideal for incorporating into an interior with Scandinavian decor, linen adds a rustic touch and a natural vintage style to your ceiling lighting.
Cotton: a popular and durable material, cotton allows for a good distribution of the light flow, in addition to coming in a great diversity of patterns. It is a versatile choice for any room in the house, except for damp areas or places likely to soil the lampshade.
Wool: a natural and warm material, often offered in soft and neutral shades, wool gives your fabric ceiling light a welcoming and cozy atmosphere, particularly suited for bedrooms and living rooms.
Polyester: resistant and durable, polyester (synthetic fiber) chandeliers and ceiling lights resist moisture better, and it is probably the only type of fabric ceiling light that you could consider fixing to the ceiling of your bathroom — provided, however, that the fixture has a minimum IP44 protection rating, as moisture-resistant fabric alone is not enough to guarantee electrical safety. One of its great advantages is that it is more affordable than cotton or linen, and can very well imitate them. Ideal for getting decor on a reasonable budget. Find all these materials in our store.
What shape for fabric ceiling lights?
You will find among our in-stock collection classic shapes of fabric ceiling lights such as:
Recessed polyester spotlights. This choice is very contemporary and above all very designer. Most of the time, they come in pairs or threes and have a base in gold metal or aged solid wood. You can choose this fixture with a lampshade made of polyester in a single shade, or in various colors (brown, anthracite, black, or rust) to create a color gradient on the ceiling, as well as warm interior lighting.
Square fabric ceiling lights. A traditional shape, they are ideal in offices or workspaces. In neutral-colored polyester or cotton, you have plenty of choices! Opt for LED technology or a compact fluorescent bulb with a built-in dimmable dimmer to adjust the brightness.
The textile drum ceiling light. This modern design diffuses an accent light conducive to relaxation. Generally smooth or openwork, it can be made of woven bamboo, rattan, polyester, or linen. Perfect for decorating a bench, dining room, or coffee table!
Cylindrical fabric ceiling lights. All kinds of textiles and materials can cover the lampshade of this pendant or recessed fixture, which is conical in shape. It diffuses accent lighting as well as a beautiful warm light. It is the type of recessed lamp to choose if you are undecided, because it can be installed anywhere in your living spaces, like a crystal ceiling light.
Maintenance of your fabric ceiling light
To preserve the natural beauty of your lampshade, dust it gently and regularly, avoiding any harsh chemicals that could damage the fabric texture. Browse our complete collection of fabric ceiling lights today and find your next favorite.