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 an Australian 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 warm and extra warm colour temperatures with CRI 90 to 97+, rendering warm tones, textiles, and skin with an accuracy that standard CRI 80 globes cannot match rendering and smooth dimming from 1 to 100 per cent. Pair with a quality LED Light Dimmer Switch for complete atmospheric control, explore creative lighting ideas for E14 fittings Creative Lighting Ideas with E14, G9, and B22 LED Globes for Every Room, or browse our full Candle LED Bulbs range for the complete E14 candle globe selection. Trusted by Australian homes since 2010 and backed by Rated by more than 2,200 verified customers. SAA certified with a three-year warranty.

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

The E14 small Edison screw base appears in the fittings that set the tone of a room rather than simply lighting it. A bedside lamp, a dining chandelier, a decorative wall sconce: these are the fittings you notice because they are always visible, always on when you are in the room, and always contributing to the feeling of the space. The quality of the E14 globe inside them matters more than most people realise.

What is an E14 base?

The E14 small Edison screw, also known as the SES or small screw cap base, has a 14mm diameter threaded base. It is the standard small Edison screw fitting across Australia and Europe, found in bedside lamps, compact chandeliers, decorative wall lights, ceiling fans, and many pendant fittings. It is the smaller sibling of the common E27 standard Edison screw and should not be confused with the E12, which is 12mm and primarily used in imported American fittings.

Which E14 globe is right for which fitting?

The E14 candle globe is the most popular choice for chandeliers and wall sconces where the traditional candle form is part of the fitting's design language. At CRI 95+, a dimmable E14 candle globe in Extra Warm 2200K or Warm White 2700K produces the warm, accurate glow that makes a chandelier or wall light look exactly as it should. Browse the full candle globe range Candle LED Bulbs.

The E14 fancy round globe suits bedside lamps, decorative pendants, and ceiling fans where a rounder, softer form works better than a candle shape. The round globe form diffuses the light source across the shade or fitting more evenly than a candle form, making it a practical as well as aesthetic choice. For creative ideas on using E14 globes across different rooms and fittings, see our guide Creative Lighting Ideas with E14, G9, and B22 LED Globes for Every Room.

Colour temperature for E14 fittings

Most E14 fittings are used in spaces where warmth and atmosphere are more important than functional brightness. Extra Warm 2200K is the right choice for dining chandeliers and decorative feature fittings where the amber warmth creates a truly considered atmosphere. Warm White 2700K is the more versatile everyday choice for bedside lamps and multi-use spaces where the fitting needs to work across reading, conversation, and ambient use.

Soft White 3000K is worth considering for E14 fittings in kitchens, bathrooms, and home offices where clarity is also important alongside warmth.

Dimming and E14 fittings

A dimmable E14 globe paired with a quality LED Light Dimmer Switch transforms the range of a single fitting across the uses of a day. A bedside lamp dimmed to 15 per cent for a settled evening is a different experience from the same lamp at 70 per cent for reading, and both are available from a single globe and dimmer combination.

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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. It is also known as the SES or small screw cap base. E14 fittings are commonly found in bedside lamps, chandeliers, wall sconces, decorative pendants, and ceiling fans across Australian homes.
• What is the difference between E14 and E27 globes?
• E14 and E27 are both Edison screw bases but differ in size: E14 has a 14mm diameter and E27 has a 27mm diameter. They are not interchangeable. E14 is the small Edison screw found in bedside lamps and decorative fittings; E27 is the standard Edison screw found in ceiling pendants, floor lamps, and most general-purpose fittings.
• Are Dulora E14 globes dimmable?
• Yes. All dimmable E14 globes in the Dulora range dim smoothly from 1 to 100 per cent, compatible with most leading-edge and trailing-edge dimmers, including Dulora's own DimEzy range.
• What CRI rating do Dulora e14 globes have?
• Dulora e14 globes are built to CRI 90 to 97+ across the range, with select premium candle 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 is flicker-free technology important for your home?
• Invisible flicker from low-quality LED drivers causes eye strain, headaches, and fatigue even when you cannot consciously detect it, because the human nervous system responds to rapid light fluctuations below the threshold of conscious perception. Dulora E14 LED globes use premium constant-current drivers that eliminate flicker entirely, meeting IEC flicker guidance standards with Pst LM below 1 and SVM below 0.4, at every dimming level from 1 to 100 per cent. At low dimming levels used for pre-sleep and wind-down routines, this is where flicker is most disruptive: the nervous system is primed to detect it precisely when you need calm, stable light most.
• Are Dulora E14 globes SAA certified?
• Yes. All Dulora E14 globes are SAA certified for Australian mains voltage and backed by a three-year warranty.