Paola 5 Light Chandelier 70cm - Silver with Cream Shades

The Paola is a 70cm 5-light chandelier built around five curved silver-painted arms that loop outward from a central stem, each supporting a cream fabric shade and an E14 bulb fitting (bulbs sold separately). Five teardrop crystal pendants hang beneath the arms on black cord drops, adding subtle movement and reflection when the chandelier is lit.

Designed for dining rooms, sitting rooms and entrance halls with ceiling heights of 2.4m or higher, the Paola provides ambient and decorative light through five points arranged in a circular configuration. The adjustable drop ranges from 730mm minimum to 1900mm maximum, allowing the chandelier to be positioned 700-800mm above a dining table or raised higher for circulation spaces. The 70cm diameter suits table lengths of 140-180cm or rooms of approximately 12-16m² without dominating the ceiling plane.

The silver-painted finish on the metal frame provides a cooler-toned alternative to traditional brass chandeliers, pairing well with grey, white, pale blue and soft green wall colours. The cream fabric shades diffuse the light from each bulb, reducing glare and casting a warm ambient glow across the ceiling and surrounding walls. The crystal droplets catch and refract light when the chandelier is on, adding a layer of visual interest without the full cascade effect of a larger crystal chandelier.

At 4kg the chandelier requires a ceiling fixing rated for at least 6kg to provide a safety margin. The silver finish is painted rather than plated, so it may show minor wear over time in high-humidity environments. The chandelier is dimmable when paired with dimmable E14 bulbs and a compatible dimmer switch.

What bulbs does the Paola take?

The chandelier takes five E14 small Edison screw bulbs, sold separately. Most users pair this with warm-white LED candle bulbs between 4-6W and 2700K-3000K. The maximum wattage depends on the bulb type — check the bulb packaging for compatibility.

Is it dimmable?

Yes, when fitted with dimmable E14 bulbs and connected to a compatible dimmer switch. The chandelier frame itself does not restrict dimming — dimmer compatibility depends on the bulbs chosen.

What ceiling height is needed?

The 730mm minimum drop positions the bottom of the shades approximately 1.67m above the floor in a standard 2.4m room. For dining tables the chandelier typically hangs 700-800mm above the surface, which works in rooms with ceiling heights of 2.4m or above. The drop can be extended to 1900mm for higher ceilings or double-height spaces.

How is the drop length adjusted?

The chandelier suspends on chain, which can be shortened or lengthened during installation by removing or adding links. Excess chain is typically concealed inside the ceiling rose once the desired height is set.