The Paolo flush light from The Light Shade Studio is a practical and stylish slimline flush ceiling light, available in two sizes and expertly handcrafted in the UK at their Oxfordshire workshop. Designed to offer a clean, contemporary look for modern interiors, this low‑profile ceiling light provides excellent light output without dominating the space. It features a beautifully made, bespoke shallow fabric drum shade with a crisp rolled‑edge finish and a white laminate lining for bright, even illumination. An ivory cotton diffuser at the base softens and spreads the light, while the twist‑off shade design allows for quick, easy lamp replacement.
The Paolo ceiling light takes 3 or 4 GLS lamps, delivering strong, reliable high‑output lighting ideal for areas requiring excellent general illumination. Perfect for contemporary spaces with low ceilings, it adds a subtle splash of colour while maintaining a sleek, unobtrusive profile. This makes it a popular choice for new‑build homes, hotel bedrooms, care home corridors, and any interior needing stylish, space‑saving flush lighting with a premium, handcrafted finish.
Product Features
- Shade size: 50cm diameter x 15cm height
- Three‑light backplate discreetly housed inside the shade
- Ivory Cotton fabric diffuser for soft, even illumination
Bulb Information
- Requires 3 x ES (E27) GLS bulbs (max 60W each)
- Bulbs not included, we recommend using a frosted or pearl effect lamp to help soften and diffuse the light, which helps reduce bright spots showing through the lamp shade
- Recommended: 3 x 8W GLS Lamp 1000 Lumens (equivalent to 68W) BUL‑E27‑LED‑17
- Fully dimmable when used with compatible dimmable bulbs
Bespoke Fabric Options – Fully Customisable Pendant Light
- The Paolo ceiling flush is a made‑to‑order, customisable lighting solution, available in a wide range of luxurious fabrics including 100% Dupion Silk, Satin, and Linen. Choose from multiple colours, shapes, and sizes to create a shade that perfectly complements your décor.
- Shown here in "Sephora Pink" Satin, a refined cotton polyester blend crafted with a sateen sheen that gives it a beautifully smooth, lustrous appearance - and in "Charcoal Grey" Dupion, a 100% silk fabric characterised by its naturally slubby textured finish.
- Discover the complete selection of Light Shade Studio fabrics and linings with our Swatch card, priced at £3.50. Your purchase will be refunded in full when you order any bespoke shaded product within 60 days.
- We offer a free design consultation to help you explore all available options. Contact us by phone, email, or visit us in‑store. If you prefer to supply your own fabric, we are happy to discuss your personalised requirements.
Returns Policy
As this is a bespoke, customised product, it is not covered by our standard returns policy. Refunds cannot be offered after the initial 24‑hour cooling‑off period. Please refer to our Shipping & Returns Policy for more details Your statutory rights remain unaffected in cases where goods are faulty or not as described.
Our standard lead time for The Light Shade Studio bespoke products is typically 2-3 weeks, though this may extend during peak seasonal periods.
