In the world of lighting, what is a socket?
It is a cylindrical element with a cavity where a light bulb is screwed or inserted. But at Creative-Cables, we don’t stop at this definition of socket!
What is a socket for?
The socket is designed to hold the light bulb, but that’s not all! It’s also a decorative element that helps make your lamp or chandelier even more unique: explore our range of sockets certified according to current regulations, available in hundreds of shapes and sizes, colors and finishes, materials and styles. You can complete your lighting installation with components, accessories, and fabric cords by Creative-Cables.
How do you install a socket?
The installation of a socket should be carried out professionally by qualified personnel. We have prepared short tutorials that explain how to connect a socket, choosing from our most popular and best-selling models.
How to choose the socket?
If you can’t decide between a smooth socket or one with a switch, a classic style or a contemporary one, an E14 or an E27, we recommend you ask yourself three important questions:
- Do I want direct light or a shade? In other words, do I plan to leave my light bulb exposed, or will I cover it, even partially, with a shading or decorative element, such as a lampshade? This question isn’t just about aesthetics, but also practicality, because it concerns how the room will be used and the lighting needs of those who will use it: direct and filtered light are very different.
- What materials am I prioritizing in this space? What stylistic effect am I aiming for? The answer to this question will mainly concern the material of the socket and will also affect the costs.
- How do I plan to control this lamp? Are there wall or in-line switches that are convenient for my needs, or not? The answer to this question will determine whether or not you need a switch on the socket.
How do you choose the material for the socket?
Metal socket
Metal is a durable and easily matched material. Our metal socket kits, available in a wide range of finishes, are a must-have in our selection. Special attention is paid to the strain relief, which transforms from a simple component into a valuable decorative and stylistic element.
Metal light sockets with E27 fitting, which can be coordinated with Creative-Cables metal ceiling canopies, are certified according to current regulations and can be used to create ceiling, wall, or table lamps.
Metal is a durable material and easy to match. Metal socket kits, offered in a wide variety of finishes, are a must-have in our assortment.
Special attention is given to the strain relief, which transforms from a simple component into a refined decorative and stylistic element.
The metal sockets with E27 fitting, which can be coordinated with Creative-Cables metal ceiling canopies, are certified according to current regulations and can be used to create ceiling, wall, or table lamps.
Wooden socket
Wood is a natural material with infinite potential: depending on where you use it, it can evoke vastly different styles. Scandinavian, shabby, country, industrial, nautical—virtually no style can do without it. The light sockets in wood by Creative-Cables are made and certified in Italy according to current regulations and are used to create ceiling, wall, or table lamps, which can be coordinated with wooden ceiling canopies if desired.
Porcelain socket
Porcelain is part of the large family of ceramic products and is distinguished by the presence of kaolin in the mixture, which gives it an exceptionally white color even before any decoration or additional processing. The final effect, once fired at high temperature and glazed, is very glossy: for this reason, the range of porcelain sockets includes both classic neutral tones and some much bolder colors. The colored porcelain light sockets by Creative-Cables are certified in Italy according to current regulations and are used to create ceiling, wall, or table lamps, possibly combined with porcelain ceiling canopies.
Ceramic socket
Ceramic, whose mixture is mainly composed of clay, is a refined material that requires extensive craftsmanship and slow firing. To highlight its charm, Creative-Cables light sockets in ceramic feature natural colors and decorations, perfect for country-style settings. We haven’t forgotten color lovers: we also offer a selection of vibrant, enameled light sockets. Creative-Cables ceramic light sockets, certified according to current regulations, can be matched with ceramic ceiling canopies to create ceiling, wall, or table lamps: since they are handmade in Italy, each piece is unique and may show slight differences due to the artisanal production process.
Silicone socket
Silicone is a durable, soft, and pleasant-to-the-touch material: lightweight and practically indestructible, it’s highly appreciated by designers and interior decorators. The Creative-Cables silicone light sockets are easy to assemble and come in a wide range that includes very pop and somewhat unusual shades, which you’ll also find in our cords. The Creative-Cables colorful silicone light sockets are certified according to current regulations, can be matched with silicone ceiling canopies, and used to create ceiling, wall, or table lamps.
How do I choose the socket based on the type of light I want?
Socket kit for exposed light bulb
Light sockets for exposed light bulbs have a smooth surface and are designed to leave the light source visible and highlight its decorative power, whether it’s a ceiling, wall, or table lamp. Discover our range of smooth socket kits for exposed light bulbs: you’ll be amazed by the variety of shapes and sizes, colors and finishes, materials and styles.
Unleash your creative potential and complete your lighting installation with the components, accessories, and fabric cables by Creative-Cables.
Socket kit for lampshade
The sockets for lampshades come with a double ring that screws around the center ring of a lampshade, making it the main decorative element of the lighting installation.
You’ll find a wide selection of lampshade socket kits with E14 or E27 fittings: you’ll be amazed by the variety of shapes and sizes, colors and finishes, materials and styles! All that’s left is to complete your lighting setup with Creative-Cables components, accessories, and fabric cords. Don’t forget the lampshade!
Socket kit with switch
Sockets with switch, smooth or with double ring, feature a switch to turn the light bulb on or off: they are therefore ideal when there is no wall or in-line switch.
Light sockets with pull or push switches come with E14 or E27 fittings, are certified according to current regulations, and can be used to create ceiling, wall, or table lamps.
