Reading wall lights in a conservatory should usually sit with the bottom of the shade or head around 1.2 to 1.5 metres from the floor, which places the light roughly 30 to 45 centimetres above your shoulder when seated. Mount the fitting slightly behind and to one side of the chair, on the side you hold your book, so the beam falls onto the page without glare. In a conservatory, where solid wall space is limited, that often means placing the light on the house wall or a brick pier and arranging the chair around it.<\/p>\n
Those figures are a starting point, not a fixed rule. The right height depends on your chair, how you sit and the layout of the room. Our range of modern reading wall lights UK<\/a> includes swing arm and adjustable designs that make fine tuning easier, and the guidance below explains how to get the position right in a conservatory.<\/p>\n A reading light that is too low shines into your eyes and creates a hot spot on the page. One that is too high lights the top of your head and casts shadows across the book. Getting the height right means the light reaches the page evenly from above and to the side, with your eyes kept comfortably out of the direct beam.<\/p>\n In a conservatory there is an extra factor: reflections. After dark, the glass walls reflect every light source in the room. A light mounted at eye level is reflected straight back at you from the glazing opposite. Slightly higher placement, along with a shaded or directional head, keeps those reflections out of your line of sight.<\/p>\n The most reliable method is to measure while sitting. Here is a simple approach:<\/p>\n For a standard armchair, this usually lands between 1.2 and 1.5 metres from the floor. For a low lounge chair or a daybed, it will be lower. For a recliner, measure in the reclined position you usually read in, as the shoulder drops and moves back when the chair tips.<\/p>\n Conservatories rarely have a full height solid wall on more than one side. The typical structure is a low brick wall topped with glazing, attached to the main house wall. That limits where a wall light can be mounted.<\/p>\n The house wall is usually the best option. It is solid, often has power close by and can carry a fitting at the correct reading height. Brick piers between glazed sections may also work if they are wide enough. Dwarf walls are often too low for a reading light at the right height, unless you use a fitting with a tall arm or a plug in design with an extending reach.<\/p>\n Because the mounting point is fixed, plan the furniture around the light rather than the other way round. Place your reading chair against or near the house wall, then position the light relative to the chair.<\/p>\n A swing arm or articulated wall light is particularly useful in a conservatory. The arm lets you move the light closer to the chair when reading and push it back against the wall when the room is used for other things. An adjustable head lets you angle the beam onto the page while keeping it away from the glass.<\/p>\n If you prefer a fixed fitting, look for one with a downward facing shade or a directional head. Uplighters and wall washers create lovely atmosphere but are not designed for reading.<\/p>\n Our full collection of modern lighting UK sale<\/a> pieces includes reading lights alongside ambient fittings, so you can combine a focused reading light with softer lighting elsewhere in the room.<\/p>\n For evening reading, warm white light at around 2700K to 3000K is comfortable and relaxing. If you read during the day as well, a slightly cooler 3000K to 4000K bulb can feel crisper, though it may look stark at night. Some LED fittings let you switch colour temperature, which suits a room used throughout the day.<\/p>\n Brightness should be enough to read comfortably without strain, but not so strong that the page glares. A dimmable fitting gives the most flexibility. LED bulbs are a practical choice in a conservatory, as they run cooler than older bulb types in a room that can already warm up quickly.<\/p>\n Sometimes the conservatory layout means the reading chair cannot sit near a solid wall. In that case, a floor lamp is often the more practical solution. An arched or adjustable floor lamp can reach over a chair positioned in the middle of the room, giving the same reading position without any wall mounting.<\/p>\n Our range of modern floor lamps UK<\/a> includes task and arc designs that suit conservatories. Many people already use a floor lamp as their main reading light in the living room, so the idea is a familiar one. A wall light and a floor lamp can also work together, with the wall light for reading and the lamp for general glow.<\/p>\n The chair and the light work as a pair. A high backed chair supports your head, which changes where the light needs to sit. A low chair moves your shoulder closer to the floor. A reclining chair shifts your position as it tilts.<\/p>\n Reclining chairs are a comfortable choice for a conservatory, where people often settle in for longer reading sessions while enjoying the view. If you choose one of our reclining chairs UK sale<\/a> designs, measure for the light while the chair is in your usual reclined position, and choose an adjustable light that can follow you when the chair is upright.<\/p>\n Leave enough space between the back of a recliner and the wall for it to tilt without touching the light. Check the clearance recommended for the chair before fixing the light in place.<\/p>\n Glass is the defining feature of a conservatory, and at night it reflects light back into the room. A few simple steps keep reflections comfortable while reading:<\/p>\n Hardwired wall lights should be installed by a qualified electrician, particularly in a conservatory where wiring routes can be limited and the room may experience more temperature change and condensation than the rest of the house. Plug in wall lights with a neat cable cover are a simpler option where a socket is nearby. Never fix any fitting to a glazing bar or window frame.<\/p>\n If you are still weighing up a wall light against a lamp, our article on how UK households use floor lamps for reading<\/a> looks at how lamps are typically used around the home, which can help you decide which suits your conservatory.<\/p>\n For most people, a reading wall light in a conservatory sits around 1.2 to 1.5 metres from the floor, slightly behind and beside the reading shoulder. Measure from your own seated position, choose an adjustable fitting where possible and arrange the chair to face away from dark glass. You can find reading lights, lamps and comfortable chairs for every room at Furniture in Fashion<\/a>.<\/p>\n There is no single standard, but 1.2 to 1.5 metres from the floor is a common range for a seated reading position. The aim is for the light to sit roughly 30 to 45 centimetres above your shoulder.<\/p>\n Slightly behind and to one side, on the side you hold your book, is usually most comfortable. This lights the page without shining into your eyes or casting a shadow from your head.<\/p>\n Dwarf walls are often too low for a reading light at the right height. A tall swing arm fitting may work, but the main house wall or a brick pier is usually a better mounting point.<\/p>\n Warm white around 2700K to 3000K is comfortable for evening reading. A slightly cooler bulb can feel brighter during the day. 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How to Measure for Your Own Chair<\/h3>\n
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Conservatory Walls: Where Can a Reading Light Go?<\/h3>\n
Adjustable Lights Make Life Easier<\/h3>\n
Light Colour and Brightness for Reading<\/h3>\n
Where a Floor Lamp Is the Better Choice<\/h3>\n
Choosing the Right Reading Chair<\/h3>\n
Managing Reflections and Glare<\/h3>\n
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Installation and Safety<\/h3>\n
Finding Your Height<\/h3>\n
Frequently Asked Questions<\/h3>\n
What is the standard height for a reading wall light?<\/h3>\n
Should a reading light be behind or beside the chair?<\/h3>\n
Can I put a wall light on a conservatory dwarf wall?<\/h3>\n
What bulb colour is best for reading in a conservatory?<\/h3>\n