There are globes that just fill a socket, and there are globes that actually shape a room. Candle globes tend to end up in the second category: the chandelier above the dinner table, the lamp at the bedside, the sconce that makes walking down the hallway feel a bit more like arriving somewhere. They're worth choosing properly.
Dulora's candle globe range covers E14, E27, B22, B15, and E12 bases across Extra Warm 2200K and Warm White 2700K, with the slimmer C35 torpedo profile available for specialist fittings. CRI 90 to 97+ across the range. Select low-voltage models sit at CRI 80; these are utility products distinct from the main dimmable decorative range. Rendering warm tones, textiles, and room colour with an accuracy that standard CRI 80 globes cannot match.
12V and 24V candle globes are also available for low-voltage applications, including bathroom wet area installations. All 240V dimmable models work smoothly with Dulora's own DimEzy range LED Light Dimmers at every level from full brightness down to barely-there. For ideas on pairing candle globes with wall fittings, see Wall Lights. For the full shape and application guide, see Candle LED Globes: Shapes, Sizes, and Where to Use Them.
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Choosing the Right Candle Globe: Base, Colour Temperature, and Dimming
Which base does my fitting need?
The base is what physically connects to your lamp holder, so it's always the first thing to sort out. Five bases cover the full range of decorative fittings you'll find across New Zealand homes, though the last one is fairly uncommon.
E14 is the small Edison screw at 14mm, common in compact chandeliers, decorative pendants, bedside lamps, and wall lights. E27 is the standard Edison screw at 27mm, found in larger chandeliers, floor lamps, and statement pendant fittings. B22 is the standard bayonet cap, the traditional British-style connection you'll come across in many older New Zealand properties, common in ceiling pendants and floor lamps. B15 is the small bayonet at 15mm, for compact bedside lamps and decorative fittings where a full-size B22 holder would look a bit out of proportion. E12 is the miniature Edison screw at 12mm, found almost entirely in imported American-style candelabra fittings. It's not common in New Zealand homes, but worth checking before you order if your fitting looks like it came from overseas.
Pull the old globe out and check the base markings before you buy. The connections aren't interchangeable and it's a very easy thing to get wrong. For base-specific browsing, see E14 LED Light Globes and B22 LED Light Globes.
Which colour temperature works best for a candle globe?
For most decorative candle fittings, it comes down to Extra Warm 2200K or Warm White 2700K, and the choice mostly depends on how the fitting is actually used. Extra Warm 2200K is the one for fittings that are all about evening atmosphere; Warm White 2700K is a better fit if the same light also needs to do some practical work during the day.
Extra Warm 2200K gives you the deeper amber, the kind that truly resembles candlelight. It's the natural pick for the dining chandelier, the bedside lamp, and the lounge sconce. Warm White 2700K is a touch less amber and a bit more versatile in rooms where the light needs to serve more than one purpose across the day. For a full room-by-room guide, see Candle LED Globes: The Complete Buying Guide.
Is a dimmable candle globe worth it?
A dimmable candle globe paired with a good dimmer gives a single fitting a surprisingly wide range of uses. The same chandelier that provides proper ambient light for a busy Saturday morning can be turned right down to 10% for a relaxed Sunday evening, no new fittings or rewiring needed.
All dimmable Dulora candle globes work smoothly with the DimEzy range LED Light Dimmers from full brightness down to a barely-there glow, without flicker or buzz at any level. If the fitting is in a lounge, dining room, or bedroom, a dimmable globe is almost always the better investment.
Are standard candle globes suitable for bathroom wet area zones?
Standard 240V candle globes aren't rated for direct water exposure and shouldn't go inside defined wet area zones in New Zealand bathrooms. Wet area zone requirements in New Zealand fall under AS/NZS 3000, which sets IP rating requirements based on how close a fitting is to water.
Dulora also offers 12V and 24V candle globes for low-voltage applications, including bathroom wet area installations where a low-voltage solution is needed. Any work inside a defined wet area zone should be done by a registered electrician, who'll confirm the zone classification and the right fitting specification for your bathroom.
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Frequently Asked Questions: Candle Globes
- Which candle globe base fits my fitting?
- The five bases in the Dulora candle range are E14 (small Edison screw), E27 (standard Edison screw), B22 (standard bayonet cap), B15 (small bayonet), and E12 (miniature Edison screw, found mainly in imported candelabra fittings). Check the markings on your existing globe before ordering as the connections aren't interchangeable.
- Do Dulora candle globes dim smoothly?
- Yes. Every dimmable candle globe dims from 1 to 100% without flicker or buzz when paired with a compatible trailing-edge LED dimmer. Dulora's own DimEzy range is confirmed compatible across the full candle range. See the full range at the LED Light Dimmers collection page.
- What CRI rating do Dulora candle globes have?
- Dulora candle globes are built to CRI 90 to 97+ across the range, with select models reaching CRI 97+ for near-perfect colour rendering. At the CRI 90 floor, warm tones and colours appear natural and accurate compared to standard CRI 80 globes; at the premium end, the rendering is essentially indistinguishable from natural daylight.
- Why does flicker-free matter for evening and pre-sleep use?
- Most people can't consciously see LED flicker, but the nervous system still registers it, and over an evening that builds into eye strain, tiredness, and headaches. Dulora candle globes use constant-current drivers that keep output stable at every dimming level, meeting IEC flicker standards with Pst LM below 1 and SVM below 0.4. For pre-sleep lighting at low levels, where your body is already winding down, stable flicker-free light makes a genuine difference.
- Are Dulora candle globes certified for use in New Zealand?
- Yes. All Dulora candle globes carry AS/NZS certification for New Zealand mains voltage and are covered by a three-year product warranty.
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