Do you want to move your light fixture? Find out how!

There’s nothing more frustrating than having a light fixture in the wrong place, and moving it can be quite a hassle. Simply adjusting your hanging lamp often takes more time than you’d expect. In this blog, we explain a couple practical solutions so that your lamp will hang exactly where you want it to.

Hiring an electrician

An electrician can move the light fixture to the desired location. This involves adjusting the wiring, which may mean opening up walls or ceilings. It’s a reliable solution, as a professional ensures everything is done safely and according to regulations. However, it can be time-consuming and costly, and there may be repair work needed on the walls or ceiling after the installation.

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Using a cable duct

Another option to move your light fixture is to use a cable duct to guide the wiring from your current light point to the desired location. This is a less invasive solution compared to hiring an electrician, as you won’t need to drill into the walls or ceiling. You can attach the cable duct along the ceiling or wall, neatly concealing the wiring. However, the downside is that it may be less visually appealing, depending on how the cables are hidden and the room’s interior design.

Extension cord and hook

A simple and affordable solution is to use an extension cord and hang the lamp on a hook at the desired location. This can be particularly useful in spaces where aesthetics are less important, such as garages or workshops. While this is a temporary and not always the most visually appealing option, it can be implemented quickly without making major changes to the interior.

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Move your light fixture with the Lightswing®

The Lightswing® is a suspension system for one or two pendant lamps, available in two versions:

Lightswing® Single: This model is designed for hanging a single pendant lamp. It allows you to easily move your light fixture, perfect if the light point isn’t centered or if you temporarily want to relocate the connection point.
Lightswing® Twin: This model is designed for hanging two pendant lamps. It offers the same flexibility as the Single version, allowing you to adjust your light fixtures to match changes in your interior, such as rotating your dining table.

Both models ensure that your light fixtures are always in the right place, even when you rearrange your interior.

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Changing your pendant light has never been easier with the Quick Release

Are you looking for a stylish solution to easily swap out your pendant lights? With the Lightswing® Quick Release, it’s now possible. This smart addition to the Lightswing® allows you to effortlessly adjust your lighting without any tools or hassle. Whether you want to refresh your interior or simply adjust the lamp for a special occasion, the Quick Release makes it easier than ever.

What is the Quick Release?

The Quick Release is an essential component of the Lightswing®. It is a coupling piece that allows you to easily attach and remove pendant lights. The Lightswing® Single comes with one Quick Release, while the Lightswing® Twin comes with two Quick Releases. Effortlessly slide your pendant light in and out of the end of your Lightswing® and experience the flexibility.

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How does it work?

Using the Quick Release is surprisingly simple. Slide the coupling piece in or out of the end of the Lightswing®, regardless of whether a lamp is attached or not. Want to remove or replace the lamp? No problem! Remove the Quick Release from the Lightswing®, loosen one screw of the strain relief, and remove the other screw completely. This allows you to easily thread the lamp’s cord. Then, attach the wires in the terminal block, tighten it, and secure the strain relief back in place.

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The Quick Release is included by default!

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Want to make switching between your favorite pendant lights even easier? Consider purchasing an extra Quick Release. This way, you only need to mount your lamps to the Quick Release once, and then you can effortlessly swap them out afterward.

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Unlock your Lightswing® with the – Block release

Is your Lightswing® no longer rotating? Then your Lightswing® has gotten stuck in the spin-through protection. You can get the Lightswing® loose by turning it the other way. But which way was that again? We have created a handy too

l for you so you can enjoy flexible pendant lights again in no time.

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Why doesn’t my Lightswing® rotate anymore?

To prevent damage to the cords of the Lightswing®, it comes with a spin-through protection. This is activated when the Lightswing® is repeatedly turned in the same direction when being moved. Over time, this can cause the Lightswing® to become completely stuck.

Here’s how to solve it!

Using the Block Release, you can easily rotate your Lightswing® freely again. In the PDF below you will find the Block Release with simple instructions. Print it out and follow the steps carefully to quickly enjoy your flexible pendant lights again.

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Can’t figure it out?

Can’t get the Lightswing® moving again using the Block Release? We are happy to think with you. Feel free to get in touch with us or use our Lightbot!

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Sustainability: this is how Lightswing® contributes

Sustainability is an important topic that you see more often. But what exactly is sustainability? And what steps is Lightswing® taking in the field of sustainability? We will give you an explanation of the question in this blog.

This is sustainability.

Sustainability is often explained based on the 3 Ps of People, Profit and Planet. In short, sustainability means that people, the economy and nature are in balance. This so that the earth is not depleted. Living more sustainably, but also doing business more sustainably, therefore helps to save our living environment for future generations.

This is what Lightswing® does in the field of sustainability.

Lightswing® also contributes to a more sustainable world. For example, we have ensured that the Lightswing® is 100% recyclable, that as little plastic as possible is used in the Lightswing® packaging and that the shipment of the Lightswing® ensures less CO2 emissions than faster, but less sustainable alternatives. Are you reading along?

The Lightswing® packaging

At the beginning, a few pieces of plastic packaging could be located in the Lightswing® box that you as a customer received at home. That is no longer the case. The plastic packaging of the mounting ring and the covers have been replaced by cardboard boxes made of FSC-certified cardboard. The Lightswing® itself was also delivered in plastic packaging. But that plastic packaging has now been replaced by a black fabric cover. This fabric cover can be stored and is ideal for reuse! Here you can, for example, transport or store other objects. Like your tent poles, which you normally always lose, for example! 😉

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Lightswing®’s products are transported to the Netherlands by boat. This takes longer than when the products are transported in a truck or by plane. But, on the other hand, it also causes less CO2 emissions. With a little patience and good planning, we ensure that we have enough Lightswings® in stock, so that you do not have to wait long.

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Attach a pendant light to an ornament

In both old and new homes, ceiling ornaments or rosettes are common and often positioned in the center of the room, making them ideal for hanging a beautiful pendant lamp. However, what if the center isn’t where you want your lamp to hang? No worries! The Lightswing® suspension system allows you to hang your lamp adjacent to the ornament without any dangling cables or messy finishes, preserving the neat appearance of your space.

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Installation Process:

Securing the Lightswing®:

Mounting Ring Attachment:
- Begin by attaching the mounting ring directly to the ornament. This ring serves as the anchor point for the Lightswing® and ensures that the system maintains a safe distance from the ornament, preventing any potential damage.
Lightswing® Setup:
- Attach the Lightswing® to the mounting ring installed on the ornament. This setup not only keeps the pendant light stable but also allows for easy adjustments along the circumference of the ornament, giving you the flexibility to position the light precisely where you need it.

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Enhancing classical charm with modern functionality

Ornamental focus: A ceiling ornament enhances a room with a touch of classic and romantic aesthetics. By utilizing the Lightswing® to hang a pendant light, you not only spotlight this ornamental feature but also blend traditional charm with contemporary design, creating a luxurious focal point that commands attention.

Functional elegance:

Versatile placement:

The Lightswing® system’s versatility means you can position your pendant light not just beside the ornament but anywhere within a 93 cm radius from the attachment point, all without compromising the room’s aesthetic or dealing with unsightly cables.

Aesthetic and practical benefits:

Opting for the Lightswing® allows you to highlight the room’s classic elements while achieving the exact lighting placement you desire. It’s the perfect solution for those who appreciate the elegance of traditional decor but require the practicality of modern design.

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Explore the possibilities with Lightswing® and learn how effortlessly you can enhance your room’s design while focusing on functionality. Whether it’s spotlighting an antique rosette or optimizing light placement in your living space, the Lightswing® offers a sophisticated solution to interior lighting challenges.

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Hanging a lamp under a skylight

Beautiful, isn’t it? Lots of natural light in the living room or dining room through that beautiful skylight. During the summer, a skylight brings in additional light to spaces. In contrast, during autumn and winter, a skylight becomes a nice addition. However, during this period there is significantly less natural light entering the interior. It would be beneficial to have an additional light source in this area during these seasons. But how can you conveniently install a lamp in this location?

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Pendant light next to your skylight

The obvious solution is to place a lamp on the ceiling, just next to the skylight. That is certainly possible, but when your dining table is exactly in the middle under the skylight, that lamp does not hang directly above it.

And how nice would it be if you could just hang the pendant lamp nicely in the middle, without having to put a lot of effort into it?

The Lightswing® suspension system

Hanging your lamp under a skylight is easy with the Lightswing®. With the Lightswing® suspension system for lamps, you are a lot less dependent on the original location of the light point. In addition, you create many more possibilities to hang lamps, where there is currently no light point. Like under the skylight, for example.

How the Lightswing® works

The flexible suspension system connects you to the current light point on your ceiling. You attach the pendant light to the end of the Lightswing®, so you can move it to another place later. Depending on which Lightswing® you choose, your pendant light can be moved up to 93 cm from this attachment point. The system is attached to the ceiling at one point and can also rotate and slide freely so, you can also slide the lamp to a place where there is no ceiling above.

The Lightswing® suspension system can be used with one or two pendant lights. In addition, you can choose from 3 colours and 2 lengths. Curious about where else a Lightswing® can come in handy? Visit our inspiration page and find out!

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How to attach a lamp to the Lightswing®

Hang a pendant light in seconds. This is possible with the Lightswing® on your ceiling. Huh? Yes, really! You’ll never be messing around in the air hanging a lamp again. And that saves time and annoying situations.

Attach a lamp with Quick Release

After the Lightswing® hangs, attach the lamp to the Quick Release. This Quick Release is an intermediate piece that you can easily click into the Lightswing®. And as the name ‘Quick’ says, attaching your lamp to the Lightswing® is nice and fast. Handy, right?

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Hanging the Lightswing®

First things first. To be able to hang a lamp without difficulty, it is useful to attach a Lightswing® to your ceiling. Then you can use this hanging system for pendant lights – with one click! – hang a new lamp. Curious how that works exactly? Read on!

Attach your cord to the Quick Release

You can ‘mount’ your lamp to the Quick Release while sitting at the kitchen table. That saves fumbling on the stairs with your hands full of tools. In the step-by-step plan below you can read how attaching the lamp to the Quick Release works:

Collect all the stuff you need. These are: a suitable pendant lamp for the Lightswing®, the Quick Release, a marker / pencil, scissors / cutter, a stripping pliers and a fitting screwdriver.
Decide how high you want to hang the lamp. For the height of a lamp above the dining table is recommended in most cases 75 cm. Mark this point on the cord of your pendant lamp.
Cut the cord of the lamp 10 cm above the mark.
Using the stripping pliers, strip the outer sheath of the cord about 4 cm, so that the coloured power wires become visible.
Using the stripping pliers, strip the end of the coloured threads so that 1 cm of copper emerges.
Unscrew one screw of the Quick Release looser and remove the second screw completely.
Connect the wires to the connector in the Quick Release.
Tighten the two screws of the Quick Release again.

Watch the video ‘attaching a lamp cord to the Lightswing®‘ to see what the above steps look like.

Hang up your lamp or temporarily remove it with one click!

Have you attached the lamp cord to the Quick Release? Beautiful! Then it’s time to hang your lamp on the Lightswing®. This time with a lamp, go up the stairs. Hassle with wires and screwdrivers is no longer an issue. You slide the Quick Release into the end of the Lightswing® and voilà: your lamp hangs!

Do you want to temporarily remove the lamp because it hangs in the way? That too is quickly done! Disconnect the Quick Release from the Lightswing® and store your lamp. Shop your Lightswing® now!

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When should the Lightswing® mounting ring be used?

During the assembly of the Lightswing® you must make a choice whether you use the mounting ring or not. Curious when you use or do not use the mounting ring when mounting the Lightswing®? We explain it to you in this blog.

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Mounting location of the Lightswing®

Whether or not you should use the mounting ring depends, among other things, on the place where you want to attach the Lightswing®.

Lightswing® over a central box

If you want to attach the Lightswing® to the place where the current central box is located, you do not need the mounting ring. The Lightswing® can be mounted tightly to the ceiling. The electricity cables and crown stones can easily be hidden in the central box.

Lightswing® over a cable from the ceiling

Do you not want to mount the Lightswing® suspension system over a central box, but on a separate electricity cable from your ceiling? Then you do need the mounting ring. The mounting ring is needed so that you can cleverly hide the cable from the ceiling. There is enough space for this in the mounting ring. You then screw the Lightswing® against the mounting ring.

Lightswing® anywhere

Do you mount the Lightswing® anywhere on your ceiling where there is no light connection yet? Even then, the mounting ring is needed. In the mounting ring there is a small recess that you can push out of the mounting ring. For example, you can pass an electrical wire through the mounting ring. Then connect the Lightswing® to the electricity cable and screw the suspension system to the mounting ring.

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Ceiling to which the Lightswing® is attached.

In addition to the mounting spot, it is also important to check whether your ceiling is straight and whether the finish of your ceiling lends itself to a Lightswing® without or with a mounting ring.

Straight ceiling

When you attach the Lightswing® to your ceiling without the mounting ring in between, the Lightswing® is tightly mounted against the ceiling. Does your ceiling slope a little bit or is your ceiling not completely straight here and there? This can cause the Lightswing® to not slide optimally. When you place the mounting ring between the ceiling and the Lightswing®, there is 2 cm between the Lightswing® and the ceiling. For example, it is not a problem if the ceiling is slightly uneven where the suspension system will hang.

Ceiling finish

Often ceilings are nice and sleek and evenly finished. With such a sleek finish, it is often not necessary to use the mounting ring. Depending on where you attach the Lightswing® of course. Do you have a packed ceiling at home? Then it can be nice to mount the Lightswing® with a mounting ring. This way you can be sure that the Lightswing® does not rub along your ceiling.

Whether or not to use the mounting ring depends on where you attach the Lightswing® and on the ceiling to which the system is attached. Would you like to know more about the Lightswing® mounting? Check out our assembly page.

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