People are often confused with the terminology associated with Light Pendant Component Anatomy. There is a lot of technical jargon involved with light fittings which prompted us to write a post on light pendant component anatomy which lists the parts used and where they sit in relation to each other.…
At times you will need to decide if you require 3 core or 2 core cable. Basically cables are two cores ( active and neutral ) plus a third ( Earth/ground ) cable. Where the fitting you are wiring requires an earth then three core cable is required. Brass lampholders…
The pendant cable can be cut to your required length after the electrical connection has been allowed for however we advise that a licensed electrician performs any electrical work. When ordering your cable we recommend that you allow a little extra. Cord can always be cut shorter but can not…
For a full list of cable colors available, we list as cable types with a full list of color swatches. Choose a color from the drop down to see that color. For 240 Volt cable manufactured in accordance with AS/NZS 3191:2008 Approval EESS-150127Full list here For 120 Volt cable UL…
E27 is the most common type of Edison Screw base, It is often refereed to as just ES. The number ’27? refers to the diameter. This type of base is also compatible with Compact Fluorescent Globes and LED globes. E27 is a 240 Volt bulb as is a standard Bayonet…
We provide two methods to attach a shade to a pendant light. Â The method will depend upon the lamp holder and type of shade used. One method of attachment is to use a gallery/fitter. Â We have an extensive range of galleries listed in our hardware section on the website. The…
A ceiling rose is a decorative element affixed to the ceiling from which a chandelier or light fitting is often suspended.  It can also be referred to as a ceiling plate or canopy.  We supply a variety of ceiling roses and ceiling plates which complement our fittings.  When ordering a…
A ceiling rose/canopy is an optional feature but is recommended to give your light fitting a neat installation to plaster ceilings. Where an electrical connection to mains is above a ceiling surface then a ceiling rose/canopy must be installed so that tension is removed from that electrical connection. For all…
We do not sell our pendants with plugs attached however you can order the plug as a separate component for a licensed electrician to attach to one of our pendants lights. We recommend that pendants only be attached to light circuit plug tops at ceiling level.
The use of exposed conduit has long been a mess of grey plastic. We now offer a solution with the option to choose steel conduit systems for an authentic vintage style. Use on exposed brick or stone walls and ceilings, or as an alternative on exposed timber.
Here is the pdf datasheets for steel conduit systems. If you are required to design and specify a conduit system for a lighting solution in steel we have a range of products and custom pipe lengths available online. In order to get accurate drawings these sheets will assist. Full list…
We have a wide range of pendant hardware and wall light hardware that will allow direct connection to galvanised steel junction boxes for surface installation. Below are a few examples id pendant styles. These are mostly pendants from bare bulb pendant range but all pendants that are mounted using our…