Lighting - Indoor, Outdoor & Heritage Light Fittings
At Restoration Online, we offer a carefully curated range of lighting for heritage, traditional, and contemporary homes across Australia. Our collection includes both indoor lighting and outdoor lighting, with designs suited to renovations, restorations, and new builds seeking timeless character and quality craftsmanship.
Our range features classic and heritage-inspired fittings, including designs commonly used when restoring Victorian, Federation, Edwardian, and Art Deco homes. Many customers searching for vintage lighting in Australia choose these styles to help maintain the traditional character of their homes. Whether you are looking for statement pendants, elegant wall lights, or practical exterior lanterns, our lighting collection is designed to complement a wide range of architectural styles.
Many of our fittings reflect the charm of traditional and reproduction designs, making them a popular choice for customers seeking the look of vintage light fittings while still benefiting from modern functionality. Our range also includes designs inspired by antique light fittings, allowing homeowners to achieve the character of period lighting while meeting the practical needs of modern living.
For interior spaces, our indoor lighting collection includes pendants, ceiling lights, wall lights, chandeliers, and other decorative fittings suited to kitchens, bedrooms, hallways, and living areas. For exterior applications, our outdoor lighting range includes outdoor wall lights, pillar lights and lamp posts designed to enhance both style and safety.
Whether you are completing a heritage restoration or simply want to add warmth and character to your home, our lighting range offers practical and decorative solutions to suit a wide variety of spaces. Many fittings are designed to pair beautifully with other period details throughout the home, helping you create a cohesive and timeless finish.
Frequently Asked Questions
What types of lighting do you offer?
Our collection includes a wide range of indoor and outdoor lighting, including pendant lights, ceiling lights, wall lights, chandeliers, exterior lanterns, porch lights, and garden lighting. The range includes both heritage-inspired and timeless classic designs suited to many different styles of home.
What is the difference between vintage and antique light fittings?
Antique light fittings are usually original pieces that are over 100 years old, while vintage-style lighting generally refers to newer fittings inspired by historical designs. Many customers looking for vintage lighting are seeking reproduction or heritage-style fittings that capture the look of traditional lighting while offering modern reliability.
Are your light fittings compliant with Australian and New Zealand electrical standards?
Yes, our lighting products are designed to comply with applicable Australian and New Zealand electrical standards where required. This helps ensure they are suitable for installation in Australian homes. We always recommend that all lighting be installed by a licensed electrician to ensure safe and compliant installation.
Do vintage-style light fittings meet modern electrical standards?
Yes, light fittings inspired by traditional, vintage, and heritage designs are manufactured using modern electrical components so they can meet current safety requirements. This allows you to enjoy the appearance of period-style lighting while maintaining safe and practical performance for modern homes.
Do vintage light fittings work with LED bulbs?
In many cases, yes. Most modern vintage light fittings Australian customers buy today are compatible with LED globes, allowing you to achieve a traditional look while benefiting from improved energy efficiency and longer bulb life. We recommend checking the specifications of each product for compatibility.
Can vintage-style lighting be used in modern homes?
Yes. Heritage-inspired and vintage-style fittings are often used in contemporary homes to add warmth, character, and contrast. They can work especially well as feature lighting in kitchens, dining rooms, hallways, and living areas.
What should I consider when choosing indoor lighting?
When selecting indoor lighting, it is important to consider the size of the room, ceiling height, the amount of light required, and whether the fitting will be used as a feature or for general illumination. Choosing lighting that suits the style and age of your home can also help create a more cohesive look.
What types of outdoor lighting are best for Australian homes?
Popular outdoor lighting options include exterior wall lights, under eave lights, entry lighting (such as pillar mount lights), and garden lights (such as lamp posts). These fittings can improve safety and visibility while also enhancing the exterior character of the home.
Are heritage-style light fittings suitable for period homes?
Yes, heritage-style lighting is a popular choice for Victorian, Federation, Edwardian, and Art Deco homes. Reproduction and traditional-style fittings can help maintain the character of the property while offering the convenience of modern manufacturing and wiring.
Do you ship lighting Australia-wide?
Yes, in fact, we offer FREE SHIPPING Australia-wide on all of our lighting.
We also offer international shipping to New Zealand and selected other locations. Shipping costs for international orders can be calculated in the cart prior to checkout.
What if the light fitting I order isn’t suitable?
If your purchase is not suitable, you may be able to return it subject to our Returns Policy. We recommend checking all measurements, specifications, and installation requirements before placing your order.
