Lori 4 Light Trapezium Clear Pendant Light 80mm - Satin Nickel

Four clear slim curved trapezium shades hang in a row from a slender bar finished in satin nickel, each tapering gently so the light falls in soft columns rather than a broad pool. The bar runs to a little over 1.2m, enough to draw the eye along a table without crowding it. Every shade takes its own E27 lamp, and the drop is adjustable, so the row can sit low over a surface or ride higher where headroom is tight.

We would hang it over a long dining table or a kitchen island, where the run of shades echoes the shape of the surface below. It suits a hallway spread down the length of the ceiling, or a wide breakfast bar where a single pendant would leave the ends dim. The adjustable drop gives you room to set the height by eye once the furniture is in place. Dimming is possible if you fit dimmable lamps and a compatible dimmer, though the dimmer is a separate purchase, and each lamp holder takes up to 20W. It is a fitting for dry rooms indoors, away from splashes and steam.

The metalwork is satin nickel, a soft grey sheen that keeps its composure beside brushed steel appliances and pale timber, while the clear shades let the lamps show and keep the whole thing visually light. Wipe the shades and bar with a dry cloth once they are cool, and deal with fingermarks using a slightly damp cloth rather than any cream or spray cleaner. It carries a one year warranty. The same slim curved trapezium shade turns up elsewhere in the Lori range on single light flush fittings in polished chrome and antique gold, so a smaller room nearby can be matched without repeating this fitting. Lamps are not included.

How long is the bar, and how low will it hang?

The bar measures 1200mm long by 80mm wide. The drop is adjustable from 270mm at its shortest to 2270mm at its longest, so you can set it high in a low room or drop it well down over a table.

What lamps does it take?

Four E27 lamps, one per shade, rated to a maximum of 20W each. LED lamps are the sensible choice here, and the shape you pick will show through the clear shades, so choose a lamp you are happy to look at.

Can I dim it?

Yes, provided you use dimmable lamps and a suitable dimmer. Neither the lamps nor the dimmer is supplied with the fitting.

Is it suitable for a bathroom or a covered porch?

No. It is rated IP20, which means dry interior rooms only, so keep it away from showers, baths and anywhere open to the weather.

How should I clean the clear shades?

Switch off at the wall and let the lamps go cold first. Dust with a dry, soft cloth, then use a barely damp cloth for smudges and dry immediately. Avoid abrasive pads and household sprays, which can dull the satin nickel.

What does it weigh?

The fitting weighs 5.3kg.