E14 Small Edison Screw Globes for Chandeliers, Sconces, and Decorative Fittings

The E14 small Edison screw globe is found in some of the most atmospherically important fittings in a New Zealand home. Bedside lamps, dining chandeliers, decorative wall sconces, and compact pendants all rely on the E14 SES base, and the quality of globe in these fittings defines how a room feels in the evening.

Dulora's E14 globe range covers candle globes, fancy round globes, and globe forms across Extra Warm 2200K, Warm White 2700K, Soft White 3000K, and Natural White 4000K, with CRI 90 to 97+ across the 240V dimmable range. Select low-voltage models sit at CRI 90+; these are utility products distinct from the main dimmable decorative range. All dimmable E14 models work smoothly with the DimEzy range LED Light Dimmers from 1 to 100 per cent.

For the full candle and fancy round collections, see Candle Globes and Fancy Round Globes. If you are unsure whether your fitting is E14 or E12, check the base markings: E14 is 14mm in diameter, E12 is 12mm, and the two are not interchangeable.

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The Small Edison Screw That Does the Most Atmospheric Work: A Guide to E14 Globes

What does E14 stand for and where are these fittings found?

E14 stands for Edison screw with a 14mm diameter base, also known as the SES or small screw cap. E14 is the standard small Edison screw in New Zealand and across Australasia, appearing in bedside lamps, chandeliers, wall sconces, decorative pendants, and ceiling fan light kits.

It is the most common small base in New Zealand homes and the default for most compact decorative fittings. If the fitting is designed for a small screw-in globe and it was bought or installed in New Zealand, it is almost certainly E14 rather than E12.

What is the difference between E14 and E27 globes?

E14 has a 14mm diameter thread and is the small Edison screw used in compact, decorative fittings. E27 has a 27mm diameter thread and is the standard Edison screw used in larger fittings including pendants, floor lamps, and table lamps. The two are not interchangeable.

The practical distinction: E14 tends to appear in the fittings that set the mood (bedside lamps, chandeliers, sconces), while E27 tends to appear in the fittings that provide the room's main light (ceiling pendants, floor lamps). Both are important, but E14 fittings often have a disproportionate effect on how a room feels because they are the fittings you spend the most time closest to.

Which E14 globe shape suits my fitting?

Candle (C35) is the most common E14 shape and suits chandeliers, wall sconces, and any fitting where the globe points upward or outward. The tapered form complements multi-arm fittings and looks proportionally correct in slim lamp holders.

Fancy round (G45) is a spherical shape at 45mm diameter, suited to bedside lamps, compact ceiling fittings, and pendants where a rounder form looks more balanced than a tapered candle. It diffuses light more evenly across its surface than a candle globe.

For exposed-globe pendant applications where the globe is visible, see also the larger G80 and G95 round forms in E27 via Round Globes.

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Frequently Asked Questions: E14 Globes

• What does E14 stand for and where are these fittings found?
• E14 stands for Edison screw with a 14mm diameter base, also known as the SES or small screw cap. E14 fittings are commonly found in bedside lamps, chandeliers, wall sconces, decorative pendants, and ceiling fans across New Zealand homes.
• What CRI rating do Dulora E14 globes have?
• Dulora E14 globes are built to CRI 90 to 97+ across the 240V dimmable range, with select models reaching CRI 97+ for near-perfect colour rendering. Warm tones, textiles, and skin appear natural and accurate, a visible improvement over standard CRI 80 globes.
• Do Dulora E14 globes dim smoothly?
• Yes. All dimmable E14 models dim from 1 to 100 per cent without flicker or buzz when paired with a compatible trailing-edge LED dimmer, including Dulora's DimEzy range. See 
• Are Dulora E14 globes certified for New Zealand?
• Yes. All Dulora E14 globes carry AS/NZS certification for New Zealand mains voltage and are covered by a three-year product warranty.