The black is applied by hand over the woven bamboo shade after weaving, so the texture of the weave still shows through rather than being hidden under a thick coat. Used indoors as a pendant light, the finish is stable and won't fade in normal conditions — keep it out of constant direct sunlight and damp rooms, as you would any natural-fibre piece. A light occasional dust with a soft brush keeps it looking sharp; for marks, wipe gently with a barely-damp cloth and let it dry fully before use.
Over a dining table, hang the bottom of the shade 70–85 cm (28–34 in) above the tabletop on a standard 8-ft ceiling; over a kitchen island or counter, 60–75 cm (24–30 in) above the surface. Above a bedside table, 45–60 cm works well. Space multiple pendants 60–75 cm apart and use odd numbers in a cluster — they look more balanced. Every light ships with its mounting hardware; for hardwired fittings, use a qualified electrician.
Both. Most designs come as hardwired ceiling fixtures for a permanent, seamless look, and many are also available as plug-in versions with an adjustable cord, a ceiling hook and an in-line switch — ideal for renters or rooms without a ceiling rose. We also sell cord kits separately. Check the individual product page for the installation type, or send us a photo of your room and we'll point you to the right option.
Bamboo pendants give a warm, naturally diffused light — the open weave casts a soft golden glow and gentle shadow rather than a bright, even flood. Fit a warm-white LED (around 2700K) with enough output for the room: roughly 800 lumens for a small space, 1100 or more for a dining or living area. Because the weave softens the light, pick a slightly higher-output bulb than you would behind a solid shade, and a dimmable one so you can go from bright at dinner to a low glow afterwards. In a kitchen or workspace, treat the pendant as ambient light and add task lighting over worktops.
Not a problem. Every order comes with a 30-day return window — if the light doesn't work in your space, contact us and we'll arrange a free return. We also offer styling advice by email: send a photo of the room, with ceiling height and nearby furniture noted, and we'll recommend the right size and placement before you order. We'd rather spend ten minutes helping you choose than have you send it back.