Different types of Stairwell lighting?
Whether you are in need of a cluster installation or lining the walls with wall lighting, explore the various stairwell lighting ideas we have available.
How to choose the right stairwell lighting?
Suspension
Understanding the suspension of your stairwell lights is important, ensuring that they hang safely and illuminate the correct areas.
Consider whether the ceiling that the light is being suspended from is sloped or flat. Is there a void for internal connection? Does the fixture require bespoke installation because your stairwell has extraordinary features, such as a skylight?
Speak to our design team to discuss how we can help illuminate your stairwell.
Style
Stairwell lighting can be a stunning and unforgettable feature within a home or commercial space, so it is important to make sure your style flows coherently from level to level.
Connecting the style of a period home from upstairs to downstairs can be achieved with a chandelier or lantern.
A stairwell in a modern-style office building would look incredible with a bespoke cluster installation.
Size
The size of your stairwell lighting really depends on the size of the area you are looking to light. You don’t want the fitting to be too large and overpower the space.
If your staircase has high ceilings or you need the light fitting to be visible from multiple levels, we offer long drop stairwell lighting solutions. These include ceiling lights and clusters with customisable lengths. Alternatively, we can provide extra chain for a chandelier so that it hangs at the right level.
In a smaller stairwell, consider lighting that can be shortened or a smaller fitting. If you are sourcing wall lighting, look for fittings that have a shallower projection so that they won’t be knocked when people walk up and down the stairs.
Purpose
Understanding the purpose of your staircase lights will help you to decide on the lighting you’d like to decorate it with. If it is going to be the primary source of lighting, ensure that the lights are bright enough to climb your stairs safely.
If you are including practical wall lighting or spotlights, but would like to add a decorative piece to supplement these other forms of light, a lantern or chandelier would look gorgeous in this space.
Additions, such as bespoke clusters, can be discussed and worked out by our design team. They are able to create a custom light that will provide adequate lighting for each level from a single electrical point.
need a little help?
If you require a custom stairwell light, big or small, please get in touch with one of our team.