Is your ceiling suitable for the Lightswing®?

Are you wondering whether your ceiling is suitable for the Lightswing®? The good news is that in most cases, it is. However, there are a few things to keep in mind depending on your ceiling type.

In this blog, we explain what is and isn’t possible for different ceiling types, so you can be sure your Lightswing® is installed safely and correctly.

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Lightswing single matt black in the living room

Lightswing® Single Matt White with a rattan pendant light above a dining table with pink vases and flowers in a minimalistic interior

A concrete ceiling

A concrete ceiling is fully suitable for installing the Lightswing®.

Keep in mind that the Lightswing® is not mounted only on the junction box. You will need to drill four holes into the ceiling to securely install the system. A drilling template is included to make this process easy and accurate.

A wooden or plaster ceiling

Both wooden and plaster ceilings are suitable for the Lightswing®.

If you have a plaster ceiling without a solid backing (such as wood), it is important to use the correct plugs and screws. Make sure the plugs go fully through the plasterboard so they can secure properly behind it. This ensures a stable installation.

A textured (spack) ceiling

A textured or spray-plastered (spack) ceiling is usually suitable.

Make sure you drill through the finish layer and attach the Lightswing® to the solid structure underneath (such as concrete or wood). Always use the correct plugs for a secure installation.

A ceiling with a skylight

Do you have a skylight or rooflight? The Lightswing® is an ideal solution in this case.

You connect the Lightswing® to the existing light point and can then easily slide the pendant light to the desired position under the skylight, even if there is no ceiling directly above.

Want to learn more? Read the blog How to hang a pendant light under a skylight

A beam ceiling

If you have a beam ceiling, there are two installation options:

Mounting on the beams (recommended):
This gives the Lightswing® enough space to slide and rotate freely.
Mounting between the beams:
This is possible, but it may restrict the movement of the system.

Lightswing Single matt white installed on the ceiling above a dining table in a modern dining room with soft lighting and neutral tones

Lightswing and pendant lamp hanging from an ornament on the ceiling

A ceiling with a decorative ornament

Do you have a ceiling with an ornament? The Lightswing® can still be used.

By using a mounting ring, the Lightswing® can move freely without damaging the ornament. This allows you to reposition your pendant light without visible cables running across the decoration.

A sloped ceiling

The Lightswing® can also be installed on a sloped ceiling.

Suitable for slopes up to 45 degrees
We recommend using the Lightswing® Twin, as it offers support on both ends

Please note: avoid placing the pendant light at the lowest point of the slope. The Quick Release is not fixed in place and could come loose if the angle is too steep or the light is too heavy.

A ceiling with reed (thatched finish)

Does your ceiling have a reed or thatched finish? It is important to check what is behind it.

If there is wood or plaster behind the reed, you can install the Lightswing® using the correct plugs and screws.
If there is no solid backing, installation is not possible. Reed alone is not strong enough to support the weight of the Lightswing® and the pendant light.

A stretch ceiling

A stretch ceiling is not directly suitable for installing the Lightswing®.

Because a stretch ceiling does not provide structural support, the Lightswing® must always be mounted to the ceiling behind it (such as concrete or wood). This often requires additional installation provisions.

Almost any ceiling is suitable for the Lightswing®

In most cases, the Lightswing® can be installed without any issues, as long as there is a solid structure behind the ceiling.

By considering your ceiling type and using the correct mounting materials, you can ensure a safe and stable installation.

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