Why choose a copper pendant light?
The industrial and vintage aesthetic of a copper pendant light has the power to appeal to young and old alike. Versatile and easy to incorporate anywhere, it is the type of light fixture you will love to see illuminating the room, and for several reasons! With its sleek look, the copper pendant light offers a multitude of design possibilities. In this article, we will show you all the options available when choosing copper interior lighting.
- It evokes a sense of luxury and elegance. Just by browsing our wide range of pendant lights, you will see a multitude of designs available to you. Indoor lamps suspended by an electrical cable, featuring a perforated shade like a birdcage, or traditional rounded shapes... the possibilities are endless.
- A sparkling diffusion of light. Copper, with its distinct shine that can be admired simply by looking at a dome-shaped copper shade, enhances the brightness with brilliance as soon as the bulb is turned on.
- A nod to nature: as an excellent natural material, copper recalls the taupe color of the earth, with a half-brown, half-bronze glow when finely crafted and designed as a modern chandelier.
Where to install copper pendant lights?
As an interior decoration, a copper pendant light can serve different purposes.
- In the kitchen: It is an excellent place to create a very stylish retro atmosphere with a copper pendant light. Shaped like a bell or a tulip, the pendant light made of a non-ferrous metal such as copper, aluminum, stainless steel, or zinc provides general lighting to create a warm atmosphere conducive to cooking. You can choose to create accent lighting, in which case only shades oriented toward the worktop should be chosen (such as adjustable spotlights). You can also hang a beautiful model above the dining table.
- In the living room: Want to brighten up the main living area? A living room or a large loft is an ideal space to incorporate a copper-colored pendant light. Copper can also come in chrome-finished metal, or in blue or gold, for example. A highly popular style is an industrial-style copper structure with a glass shade in the center. Choose a low-wattage LED bulb (around 30 watts) or a smoked glass bulb to diffuse a soft, pleasant light.
- In the bedroom: How to create a cozy atmosphere? The retro vintage style of a copper light fixture is equally appealing in the bedroom. In this case, we recommend an inverted shade that diffuses indirect light onto the wall before reflecting it throughout the room.
- In the entrance hall: The entrance hall provides light, but also functional lighting to prevent falls or allow you to put on your shoes. We recommend a wired ceiling light with a matte white copper design on the outside of the shade and a bronze color on the inside. The contrast between the two is striking! We notably have this vintage spotlight variant in stock, typical of Italian design.
Can I make a copper pendant light with pipes?
On Pinterest, in particular, you will see more and more tutorials on how to repurpose old copper pipes, with patina on them, to make beautiful designer light fixtures! It is obviously possible. You can either preserve the vintage and industrial style by leaving the copper patina, or clean it to create beautiful pendant lights or wall lights. You can then install a socket and components to screw in an E14 or E27 bulb. It is an eco-friendly and economical way to create designer, even glamorous, lighting! You can also cut the copper in half and attach a compact fluorescent LED strip.
What decor should I pair with my copper pendant light?
Copper is a material that pairs very well with interior decor featuring solid wood (oak) or rattan. In short, the Scandinavian style. It also pairs well with other metals such as matte nickel, or even black chandeliers, or even a wooden pendant light to create an authentic and natural atmosphere.
Choosing the bulb: An extra design touch!
We recommend an LED or halogen bulb with a visible filament to create an even more stunning decorative effect. Also, be sure to pay attention to the wattage by calculating the lumens per square meter. This will prevent you from being dazzled and, above all, help you choose the right bulb size according to the size of each room in the house.