Industrial Long Swing Arm Wall Lamp

Most wall lights are limited by where the wiring happens to be. If the outlet box is on the wrong side of the room, the light ends up lighting the wall instead of the desk or the chair you actually use. A long swing arm wall lamp breaks that link, carrying the light out to where it is needed.

The Industrial Long Swing Arm Wall Lamp offers several arm lengths, from a single 7.9 inch arm up to two 15.7 inch sections that reach 31.5 inches from the wall. Every version shares a 5.3 inch wall plate and a small shade 4.3 inches across and 3 inches tall, in black or a rustic finish. The socket is a standard E27 fitting suited to a 5W LED bulb, and the wall plate and mounting screws are included.

What makes the long swing arm lamp stand out

The reach is the headline. A two section arm can swing more than two and a half feet out from the wall, which means one lamp can light a desk, a reading chair or the far side of a bed without moving the wiring. For a room where the power is in the wrong place, that flexibility is worth a lot.

The range of lengths lets you match the lamp to the job. Short arms reaching 7.9 inches suit a bedside. Middle options reaching 15.7 or 23.6 inches suit a reading chair or a narrow desk. The longest option, reaching 31.5 inches, suits a wide desk or a workbench.

Every joint folds, which keeps the lamp tidy. When you are done working, the head folds back flat against the wall, so even the longest arm does not stick out into the room when it is not in use.

The vintage industrial finish gives it a worked in look. Exposed metal joints and a small shade suit a loft, a home office or a room styled with reclaimed wood and leather, where a polished fixture would feel out of place. The rustic finish leans further into that character, while black is cleaner and more graphic.

The small shade keeps the light focused. At 4.3 inches across and 3 inches tall, it directs the light onto a work surface or a page rather than spreading it around the room.

The E27 socket keeps bulbs easy. A 5W LED bulb suits the fitting, and it can be swapped for a warmer or cooler bulb whenever you like.

Where it looks best, room by room

• Home offices. A long arm reaching over a desk from the side wall.
• Reading corners. Swung out over an armchair set away from the wall.
• Bedrooms. A shorter arm beside the bed.
• Workshops and craft rooms. Light pulled over a workbench.
• Hallways and entryways. A folded arm as a small accent light.

It suits industrial, loft and vintage interiors especially well, and it adds a practical, characterful touch to a modern home office.

Choosing the size and placement

Every version has a 5.3 inch wall plate and a shade 4.3 inches across and 3 inches tall. The arm options, measured segment by segment, are 3.9 plus 3.9 inches reaching 7.9 inches, a single 7.9 inch arm, 7.9 plus 7.9 inches reaching 15.7 inches, a single 11.8 inch arm, 11.8 plus 3.9 inches reaching 15.7 inches, 11.8 plus 11.8 inches reaching 23.6 inches, 15.7 plus 7.9 inches reaching 23.6 inches, and 15.7 plus 15.7 inches reaching 31.5 inches. The Dimensions section above lists every option.

A few guidelines help:

• Measure the distance from the wall to the middle of the desk or chair you want to light.
• Choose the shortest arm that reaches comfortably, since a shorter arm is steadier.
• Leave clearance for the full reach when you choose the mounting point.
• Keep the arm clear of doors, shelves and headboards as it swings.
• Set the lamp a little above head height when you are seated, so the light falls on the work.

It fixes to the wall with the supplied plate and screws. Turn the power off at the breaker before connecting it, and if there is no wiring at that point, an electrician will need to run it.

Check the reach against the space before ordering. A two section arm can swing more than two and a half feet out from the wall, which is ideal over a desk but too much for a tight hallway.

Layering it with other lighting

A long swing arm lamp is a task layer. It puts focused light on a desk, a book or a workbench, but it will not light a whole room. Pair it with a ceiling light for general light, and perhaps a floor lamp in the corner for a softer evening glow.

Browse the swing arm sconces collection for other adjustable wall lights, or the reading wall lamps collection for more focused wall lighting.

In a home office, a long arm lamp on the side wall frees the desk completely. There is no lamp base to push aside, and the light can be pulled over paperwork or pushed away when you switch to a screen.

Use the same finish and bulb in every lamp if you fit more than one, so a row of lamps over a long desk or workbench looks deliberate.

Is the long swing arm lamp right for your space?

This lamp is a strong fit if you:

• Need light that reaches a desk or chair away from the wall.
• Like a vintage industrial look with exposed joints.
• Want an arm that folds flat when you are done.
• Can have a wall light wired in.

It is not the right choice if you want a plug in lamp, or if the space is too tight for a long arm to swing. For those, a desk lamp or a short arm sconce will suit better.

Every order ships free across the US and most arrive in 6 to 9 business days. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery, and questions about arm lengths are answered at info@norafurnish.com.