Plug in Wall Lights are a great solution for layered lighting with minimal hassle. I am currently in the midst of a complete renovation, which is the best time to specify wall lights before the walls are plastered. Once a renovation is finished or if your home is new, there is considerable mess and cost to chasing out plastered walls to accommodate wiring for new wall lights. Plug in wall lights are the answer!
fitting a plug-in wall light
A plug in wall light is wired with a cable, plug and an in-line switch so it can be plugged into a socket without the need for hard wiring. I have put several up in my flat, and it’s easy to do. They come with a backplate which usually takes only 2 or 3 screws to attach. You may need to screw them into a rawlplug depending on your wall depth and material. Most are lightweight, so they won’t require heavy-duty fixings.
I have placed plug-in wall lights about 5 feet (160cm) from the floor, although there’s no real hard and fast rule. If you want wall lights higher up the wall or for lighting pictures, rechargeable wall lights which don’t have cables may be a better option.
Plug in wall lights are great for reading lights next to your bed, ensure they are near enough to use the switch easily but not so close that they clonk you on the head! This will all depend on the height and width of your bed. Similarly, use them to light up a reading nook or corner of your living space.
We have these gorgeous rattan and brass plug in wall lights next to the bed at the georgian flat
Plug in wall lights add an extra layer to your lighting scheme. Use them to light up a reading nook, as bedside lamps or for adding a cosy glow to an entrance hall.
my fave plug-in wall lights
plug in wall light – all the links!
- I found it hard to find a plug in wall light in silver, most of the nice ones seem to be brass. This Silver Adjustable Wall Light is a great tone and has a great coastal look. A great budget price too!
- This lamp is great for space saving because it folds in against the wall. I chose the Rattan Shade to go with the Brass Fitting but there are lots of shade options. The shade is adjustable too!
- A great reading lamp for a living space as it folds back when not in use. A Brass fitting with super nice Denim Tie-dye Shade.
- Theselovely Brass Scallop Shaded Wall Lights are now available as a plug-in wall light. They look adorable next to a bed in a coastal home.
- Another Brass option with a Coastal Ecru + Blue Shade
- I love the vintage charm of this Cottage Plug-in Wall Light in a great creamy white.
- A lovely budget rattan plug in wall light with a pretty scalloped fitting.
- White Directional Plug-in Wall Light – such a great option alongside a traditional table lamp for a hotel vibe.
- This Bobble Plug-in Wall Light in Rubberwood is my favourite! Not least because it is paintable. Great for a children’s room – paint it a fab blue or red and at this price you could change the shade too to something with more oomph!
- In a Lovely Statement Size and with a Rattan Shade – great for a coastal or Scandi living space.
- Brass with a warm wood shade for a super natural rustic look!
- A very pretty Beige Wall Lamp with a little Brass Switch nice for next to a bed and definitely giving a cottage core aesthetic!
- This gorgeous Soft Bubble Plug-in Wall Light is a classic. It’s neutral and I love the addition of a fun Red Flex. (The flex comes in other colours too – Turquoise, Yellow, Green.)
These lamps are all plug in wall lights UK.
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