Wall spotlights

Clamp lights are flexible lights for reading, working and more

IKEA clamp lights are versatile light sources for your home. You can use them in no time as a reading lamp, a task light or a delicate decorative light – all you need is a power source and somewhere to attach them. That way you get light exactly where you need it, and you can move it whenever you like. And if you find the perfect spot for your light, many clamp lights can also be fixed permanently to the wall or ceiling and used as good-looking wall spotlights.

Key features and benefits of our clamp lights (depending on the model):

• Flexible attachment: clip the lamp anywhere, no drilling or screwing needed. All our clamp lights come with easy fitting instructions.
• Versatile use: use IKEA clamp spotlights as reading lamps, task lights, bedside lights or decorative wall spots for shelving, display cabinets and more.
• Various designs: discover clip-on lights in different colours including white, black, off-white and dark grey, for every interior style.
• Precise aim: point the light exactly where you want it – on your book or your work surface, for instance, without dazzling anyone else in the room.
• Two functions in one: use the clamp light on the move or mount it permanently later as a wall or ceiling spotlight.
• Easy to combine: works with our lamp and light ranges for a coordinated or contrasting lighting scheme.

Fancy lighting you can move around? Discover our versatile LED clamp lights now for the right mood whenever you need it.

What is a clamp light and how does it work?

What if you could take your lamp anywhere and fix it exactly where you want it, without picking up a drill? That's exactly what a clamp light lets you do. It's your portable light source, which you can fix to shelves, bed frames and table edges with the practical clamp. Using it couldn't be simpler: clamp it on, plug it in, done. Not happy with the position? Just move it. And once you've found the perfect spot, some of our clamp lights can even be mounted permanently on the wall.

How do I attach a clamp light properly?

Fitting takes just a few seconds. Open the clamp and position it where you want it – on a table edge, a shelf or your bed frame, for example. With some clamp lights you'll then need to tighten a screw until the lamp sits firmly. One thing to check: make sure the surface you're clamping to is strong enough to take the weight. Then angle the light head to suit you and plug the cable in.

Which clamp light works best for reading?

Almost any IKEA clamp spotlight works well for a relaxed reading session. Look for a model with an adjustable head so you can direct the light precisely. You can also choose an LED bulb in your preferred colour temperature. Warm light creates a cosy atmosphere, while cool light helps with concentration.

Clamp spotlight or wall spotlight – which should I buy?

It really depends on what you need. A clamp spotlight is the better choice if you value flexibility and like to reposition your lamp often – ideal for rented homes or changing work setups. A fixed wall spotlight, on the other hand, suits anyone who wants a permanent light that becomes part of the room.

Where can I use a clamp light?

The short answer: almost anywhere. Clamp lights bring good light to every room. In the bedroom, you can fix one to a bedside table or bed frame – perfect for reading your favourite book at the end of the day. In a home office, a clamp light on the desk works as a focused task light. On shelves, it puts decorative objects in the spotlight. Clamp lights also work well in other rooms: in the kitchen they add extra light over a worktop, in a hobby room or garage they serve as practical work lights. And above a reading chair, on display cabinets or as decorative wall spotlights, they round off your lighting scheme beautifully.