Ceiling Lights

Ceiling lights are the main light source in most rooms, spreading light from the highest point so it reaches into every corner. They set the mood as much as the brightness, and the right fitting pulls a room's whole look together. At Find A Light we stock one of Ireland's widest ranges of ceiling lights, from low-profile flush fittings for standard ceilings to statement chandeliers for high halls and stairwells.

What types of ceiling light are there?

The right type depends on your ceiling height, the size of the room and the look you want. Flush and semi-flush fittings sit close to the ceiling and suit standard or low rooms. Pendant lights hang on a rod, chain or cable over tables and islands. Chandeliers make a centrepiece for hallways and dining rooms, while cluster lights group several pendants from one plate. For larger rooms, centre light fittings spread light evenly, and lanterns suit hallways and period homes.

Which ceiling light suits which room?

Living room ceiling lights: a flush fitting or cluster for even background light, ideally on a dimmer.
Bedroom ceiling lights: a softer flush or semi-flush fitting.
Kitchen ceiling lights: bright, even light or spots over the worktops.
Bathroom ceiling lights: an IP-rated fitting safe for damp areas.
Hallways & stairwells: a chandelier or lantern as a feature.

Are LED ceiling lights available?

Yes. Many of our ceiling lights use integrated LED or take LED-compatible bulbs, so LED ceiling lights give you low running costs, cool operation and bulbs you rarely change. Plenty are dimmable too, so you can take a room from bright and practical to soft and relaxed.

How much light do I need?

As a rough guide, a main living space wants around 300 to 400 lumens per square metre, a kitchen a little more, and a bedroom a little less. Rather than one bright fitting, layering a ceiling light with lamps or spots gives a warmer, more flexible result.

Finishes, shades and ceiling roses

Ceiling lights come in black, brass, antique brass, chrome, nickel and gold, plus natural finishes like wood and rattan. You can change the look of a pendant with different ceiling light shades, and a ceiling rose neatly covers the fixing point and cable where the fitting meets the ceiling.

Flush or pendant for a low ceiling?

If your ceiling is standard height or lower, a flush or semi-flush fitting keeps clearance and still looks finished. Pendants and chandeliers need headroom, so they work best in taller rooms, over furniture, or in stairwells and double-height spaces.

Buying ceiling lights in Ireland

We carry ceiling lights from brands including Endon, Searchlight, Dar and Ideal Lux, with new ranges added regularly, all available to order online with fast delivery across Ireland and Europe.