Lamp Size Chart

Medium or Standard: E26 (26 mm in diameter) is the size of the majority of light bulbs used in the United States.

Is E26 and E27 the same?

E26 vs E27, what's the difference? E26 stands for 26 mm and the E27 for 27 mm in diameter. These two standards are interchangeable, meaning a US E26 will fit in a European E27 base, and E27 will fit in a E26 base. The only difference is the voltage (for light bulbs).

What are bulb sizes?

The most common light bulb base sizes include:

• Standard-Medium, a regular sized screw in base: E26 or E27.
• Candelabra, a smaller screw in base: E12.
• Intermediate: E17.
• Bi-pin, a pin-in base with two points of contact: G4 or GU24.
• Twist-And-Lock base: GU10.

What size bulb is E27?

ES-E27 Cap The most popular ES or E27 fitting is 27mm diameter and is widely used in UK and Europe. This cap is the standard 27mm diameter screw cap for UK 240V light bulbs – not to be confused with E26, which is a 26mm size and is designed for the 120V US market. See our range of ES-E27 capped lamps.

What size lamp should I use in a living room?

Most living rooms can handle a lamp that's 26 to 34 inches tall.

How are lamps measured?

Lamp shade dimensions are typically measured as top x bottom x slant. Top denotes the diameter (or width, if measuring a square lamp shade) of the top of the lamp shade. Bottom denotes the diameter (or width) of the bottom of the lamp shade. The slant is the length of the side of the lamp shade.

Is E14 and E27 the same?

E14 is a 14 mm wide thin screw lamp holder. E27, on the other hand, is a 27 mm wide, thick screwed lamp holder. You can find out what type of bulb you need by measuring the lamp holder width.

Is it safe to use E26 bulb in E27 socket?

In general, bulbs with an E27 designation are safe to use in E26 lampholders, but E26 bulbs may pose an electrical safety hazard when used in E27 lampholders and 240V AC. This is because E26 bulb bases are assumed to only receive voltages up to 120V AC, and not 240V AC.

Is E14 and E26 the same?

When a ruler is not available, the most common fittings, the E26/E27, and E12/E14, is roughly the same length of an adult's thumb (the E26/E27) and little finger (the E14, the E12 is 2mm shorter.) You can also use this diagram by Home Depot to determine your socket.

What are the 4 types of light bulbs?

What Are the Different Types of Light Bulbs?

• Incandescent Bulbs. Source. Traditional incandescent light bulbs are still widely used but they're controversial due to their lack of efficiency.
• Halogen Bulbs. Source. ...
• Compact Fluorescent Lamps (CFLs) Source. ...
• Light-Emitting Diode (LED) Source.

What is an E14 light bulb?

What is an E14 bulb? An E14 bulb is one of the most used bulbs in our homes today and is also called the bulb with the small screw socket. It is the little brother of the E27 bulb that we know as the old-fashioned light bulb. The bulb is called E14 because it refers to the socket: 14-millimeter diameter.

How do you determine bulb base size?

A further explanation of the light bulb base sizes, you can look at the letter-number references (E12, E17, and E26) to help understand a bulbs base style and size. The first letter designates the shape or form of the base, and the number represents the width of the base (normally in millimeters).

Is ES and E27 the same?

Often referred to by it's abbreviation of “ES”, it's also known as “E27”, with the E representing Edison and the 27 representing the diameter of the bulb cap in millimeters. The same syntax applies to E14, SES (Small Edison Screw) bulbs too.

How many MM is a E14 bulb?

Screw Cap Name	Diameter in Millimetres
E10	9.3mm
E12	11.5mm
E14	13.5mm
E27	26mm

Which is better E27 or B22?

Since they are most commonly used in bedrooms or dining rooms they are typically purchased in the warm white colour temperature of approximately 3000K. Once again the LED light bulb with the B22 socket is a simple push and twist to fit, whereas the LED light bulb with the Edison E27 socket is a screw in fit.

How tall should lamp be next to sofa?

A good rule of thumb for a living room setting is that you will want your lamp shade to sit within eye level, or about 24 - 34 inches tall. That way you'll be able to read your favorite book or work with ease under enough light when seated.

How do you coordinate a room lamp?

Mixing and Matching Lighting Fixture Do's:

1. Tip 1: Layer Your Types of Light.
2. 2: Create a Focal Point, then Don't Distract from It. ...
3. 3: Coordinate Across Rooms in an Open Floor Plan. ...
4. 4: Mix Finishes, Tastefully. ...
5. 1: Don't Try to Do Too Many Things in One Room. ...
6. 2: Don't Be Afraid to Try Something New… ...
7. 3: …

What is the best height for a floor lamp?

When it comes to floor lamps, they should be 58 to 64 inches tall. The bottom of the lamp shade should not be lower than the eye level of a seated person.

What size should bedroom lamps be?

For a rough rule of thumb, your nightstand should measure between one-third and two-thirds the width of your mattress, and the bedside lamp should be roughly one-third the width of the nightstand when measured at the lamp's widest point (usually the base of the shade).

How tall should bedroom lamps be?

The bedside lamp should be 28″-30″ tall. Your lamps should look large enough to handle the bed and nightstands. It should be substantial. If you have a tall headboard, aim for the top of the lamp to cascade down slightly from the headboard.