Description
The Sparrowmere hoop wall light pairs a teal fabric shade with a gold leaf hoop, standing 520mm tall and 320mm wide on a 140mm projection. One 10W E27 LED lamp sits behind the shade, and the fitting is dimmable. It weighs 1kg and is rated IP20 for dry indoor rooms. Teal against gold is the boldest pairing in this shape: the shade holds a strong colour when the light is off, and warms to a deeper tone when it is on, so the wall light works as much as an object as a source of light.
Colour on a wall light is worth using where the wall itself is plain. We would put the Sparrowmere on a neutral hallway wall, either side of a bed in a room with quiet paint, or beside a fireplace where a pair frames the chimney breast. In a room that already has teal in cushions or upholstery it ties the scheme together without repeating a pattern. Light through teal fabric arrives warm and slightly softened rather than crisp, so it suits ambient use, and the dimmable option lets it drop low for the end of the evening.
The hoop and backplate are metal in a gold leaf finish, with a teal fabric shade. Construction is Class 1, so an earth connection is needed and a qualified electrician should install it. Keep the fabric dry: a soft brush or the upholstery attachment on a vacuum is all it needs, while a damp cloth will leave a mark. Dust the metal with a dry cloth and keep polishes away from a leaf finish. Check the lamp is dimmable before wiring to a dimmer. Mink shaded Sparrowmere wall lights are also available if you want the neutral option instead.
Specification
| Bulb Fitting |
1 x E27 |
| Maximum Wattage |
10W (10W per lamp) |
| Dimmable |
Yes |
| IP Rating |
IP20 |
| Class |
Class 1 (earthed) |
| Projection |
140mm |
| Height |
520mm |
| Width |
320mm |
| Weight |
1.0kg |
| Materials |
Metal |
| Finish |
Gold Leaf Teal |
| Warranty |
2 Year |
Frequently Asked
What is the shade made of?
Fabric in teal, held inside a metal hoop finished in gold leaf. The colour runs through the fabric, so it reads teal lit or unlit.
How far does it stick out from the wall?
140mm, on a body 520mm tall and 320mm wide. Shallow enough for a hallway where a deeper wall light would be in the way.
Which bulb does it use?
A single 10W E27 LED lamp, the larger screw fitting, so replacements are easy to source.
Can it be dimmed?
Yes, with a dimmable bulb and an LED rated dimmer. On a standard switch it runs at full output instead.
How should I clean it?
Dry methods on the fabric, using a soft brush or a vacuum upholstery tool. Dust the gold leaf metal with a dry cloth and avoid polish.
Can it be used in a bathroom?
No. This one is rated IP20 for dry indoor rooms, so bedrooms, hallways, stairs and sitting rooms are where it belongs.