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Arc Floor Lamps LuceArt. An arc floor lamp brings light from above with no work on the ceiling: the curved stem moves the light point beyond the base and, on models with enough reach, over sofas, armchairs and coffee tables too, with an effect similar to that of a pendant. In this growing selection you will find SearchLight and Perenz arc floor lamps with an E27 fitting, from the 209 cm chrome SearchLight Archi to the Perenz Pulley in a gold finish, as well as more compact models such as the copper SearchLight Alana and the black Calumn. The rule of thumb: before choosing, measure the distance between where you will place the base and the centre of the area to be lit, because the reach of the arc has to cover it. Use the filters for colour, style and brand.
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How to Choose an Arc Floor Lamp for the Sofa and Reading Corner
Before thinking about the finish, it pays to consider three measurements and one connection. The measurements are height, reach and the footprint of the base, to be compared with the sofa and the walkways around it; the connection is the electrical one, because models with a cable and plug simply go into an existing socket, with no changes to the wiring. Below you will find how to assess each aspect, where to place the lamp and how to choose the E27 bulb.
Features and Advantages over Traditional Floor Lamps
Compared with many floor lamps with an upright stem, which light the area around the base or bounce light up to the ceiling, arc models move the light point horizontally away from the base. This way the light can come from above onto a seat or the centre of a coffee table, with an effect close to that of a pendant. It is a useful solution when the living room has no light point in the right position, for example with a sofa in the middle of the room, or when you are renting and do not want to touch the wiring. If you rearrange the furniture, the lamp moves with you. The E27 fitting, found on all the models mentioned on this page, leaves the choice of bulb open, so you can adapt light output and colour temperature to the room and change them over time.
Height and Reach of the Arc
Two measurements decide whether an arc lamp works in your living room: the overall height and the reach, i.e. the horizontal distance between the centre of the base and the centre of the shade. There is no ideal height for every sofa: check how high the lower edge of the shade sits, thinking of the person seated but also of anyone standing up or walking past, so that nobody bumps into it and the light source is not at eye level. Taller arcs, such as the 209 cm SearchLight Archi or the 190 cm chrome SearchLight floor lamp, are well suited to bringing light over seating; lower models such as the 148 cm Alana or the 143 cm Calumn work better beside an armchair or above a coffee table. The reach, where specified, is given on the product page.
Base, Stability and Safety
The weight of the arc and the shade extends a long way from the base, so stability depends on a base that matches the reach: the longer the arc, the heavier and better proportioned the base needs to be. Place it on a flat, stable surface, avoiding thick rugs or uneven floors, and position the arm according to the manufacturer's instructions, without intruding on walkways. Do not hang anything from the arc or lean on it. If there are children or pets in the house, choose a protected position, behind the sofa or in a corner, and run the cable along the wall to avoid tripping. Follow the assembly instructions step by step: with long arcs and heavy bases, it is wise to have a second person help you.
Where to Place It: Sofa, Reading Corner and Living Room
The most common position is behind or beside the sofa, with the base in a corner and the arc bringing light over the seats or the centre of the coffee table. Leave enough space around the base to clean and walk past without knocking it. For a reading corner, put the base behind the armchair and the shade slightly forward and to the side of your shoulder, so the light falls on the page without shadows. What matters here is the illuminance on the book, measured in lux: 300-500 lux is a common guideline, a figure that depends on the lumens of the bulb, the distance, the direction of the beam and glare. Above a coffee table the floor lamp creates a focused pool of light, to be combined with the ceiling light and table lamps for layered lighting.
Models, Finishes and LuceArt Services
The selection is growing and currently includes SearchLight and Perenz models in a range of finishes. The 209 cm SearchLight Archi and the 190 cm SearchLight floor lamp, both in chrome, are the tallest and fit well into modern interiors; the gold Perenz Pulley is the most decorative option; the copper Alana and the black Calumn, which are lower, suit industrial or contemporary styles and smaller living rooms. If you are looking for other shapes, see the living room floor lamps and LED floor lamps. LuceArt has been selling online since 2017, with free shipping to EU countries on orders over €199 (Italy from €99) and returns within 30 days. On top of the 24-month legal warranty for consumers, LuceArt offers a free commercial guarantee of up to 5 years in total, under the stated conditions. For dimensions and reach, message us on WhatsApp at +39 331 129 7436.
Frequently asked questions: Arc Floor Lamps
Can an arc floor lamp replace a living room ceiling light?
Partly. An arc lamp brings light from above onto a specific area, such as the sofa or the coffee table, and is an excellent alternative when there is no light point in the centre of the room or you do not want any work done. However, it lights a smaller area than a chandelier: in a large living room it is best combined with other sources, such as wall lights, table lamps or a second floor lamp, for balanced general lighting.
Where should you place an arc floor lamp in the living room?
Start with the socket: models with a cable and plug go near an existing socket, with the cable run along the wall. Then choose the area to light, usually the sofa seats or the coffee table, and place the base where the reach of the arc gets there without intruding on walkways. Before deciding, mark out the footprint of the base and the position of the shade on the floor with tape.
How tall should an arc lamp be for a sofa?
There is no height that suits everyone: it depends on the sofa, on the height of the people using it and on how people move around it. Check the height of the lower edge of the shade and simulate the real situation: when you are seated the light source should not dazzle, and anyone standing up or walking past should not bump into it. To bring light over a sofa, tall arcs are generally chosen, such as the 209 cm SearchLight Archi.
How far does the arc of a floor lamp reach?
It depends on the model: the reach, i.e. the horizontal distance between the centre of the base and the centre of the shade, varies a lot between a wide arc and a compact one. Where specified, you will find it on the product page. To work out how much you need, measure the distance between where you will place the base and the centre of the area to be lit, for example the middle seat of the sofa or the coffee table.
How much space does the base of an arc lamp need?
You need the footprint of the base stated on the product page, plus a margin for cleaning and for walking past without knocking it. Also consider the space behind or beside the sofa: if the sofa is against the wall, the base will go to one side and the arc must have enough reach to get to the seats. Before buying, check on the floor that the base does not get in the way of doors, drawers or walkways.
Are arc floor lamps stable and safe?
Yes, provided three conditions are met: a base proportioned to the reach, assembly carried out according to the manufacturer's instructions and a flat supporting surface. Do not hang objects from the arc, do not lean on it and do not move the lamp by pulling it by the shade: lift it by the base. With children or pets around, choose a position away from walkways and secure the cable along the wall.
Which bulb should I choose for an E27 arc floor lamp?
Choose an E27 LED bulb, weighing up lumens, the opening of the lampshade or diffuser, the distance from the area being lit and the purpose: for ambient light a lower output is enough, while for reading you need more light on the page. In the living room a warm tone, 2,700-3,000 K, is common. A dimmable bulb also works with a normal switch, but to adjust the brightness you need a compatible dimmer.