Scandinavian Semi-Flush Mounts
Opal globes on brass stems and frosted discs in white for bedrooms and low ceilings. Shop from Normann Copenhagen, Muuto, Ferm Living, and more.
Learn more40 productsScandinavian Semi-Flush Mounts Canada – Nordic Ceiling Lights for Standard Ceilings
Scandinavian-style semi-flush mounts hang roughly 4 to 10 inches below the ceiling through simple opal glass globes on slender stems, clean frosted discs in white and natural finishes, and diffusing forms that create warm light close to the ceiling without visual weight. They suit bedrooms, dining rooms with lower ceilings, and small living spaces.
Explore the full flush mounts collection, or see Scandinavian flush mounts for fixtures that sit tight to the ceiling.
All products are priced in Canadian dollars with free shipping on orders over $199 CAD.
Where Semi-Flush Mounts Work Best
Bedrooms
In a bedroom with 8-foot ceilings, a simple opal globe on a slender stem provides warm ceiling light that complements white walls, linen, and light wood furniture without crowding the room.
Dining Rooms with Lower Ceilings
Where a full chandelier drop won’t fit, a clean diffusing semi-flush delivers intimate overhead warmth over a table while preserving headroom.
Hallways & Entryways
Semi-flush fixtures give a little more presence than a flush mount while staying well clear of head height in circulation spaces.
Brands in This Collection
Fixtures from Kuzco Lighting, Artcraft Lighting, and Umage, the Copenhagen design house.
Scandinavian Semi-Flush Mount FAQs
What is a semi-flush mount?
A semi-flush mount hangs on a short stem, typically 4 to 10 inches below the ceiling, rather than sitting tight against it. It offers more visual presence than a flush mount while still suiting standard 8-foot ceilings.
What size semi-flush mount do I need?
Add the room’s length and width in feet and use that total in inches as a starting diameter. A 10-by-12-foot room suits roughly a 22-inch fixture. Scale down slightly in narrow hallways and small bedrooms.
Semi-flush or flush mount — which should I choose?
Choose flush for ceilings under 8 feet or in tight circulation spaces. Choose semi-flush for standard 8-foot ceilings where you want a bit more presence, or in rooms where a fully flush fixture would look too plain.
Are these semi-flush mounts dimmable?
Many are dimmable with a compatible dimmable bulb and an LED-rated dimmer. For integrated-LED fixtures, check the spec sheet for the dimming method and any recommended dimmer models.
Can a semi-flush mount go over a dining table?
Yes — particularly in rooms with lower ceilings where a hanging chandelier would sit too low. Keep the fixture centered over the table and confirm it clears the heads of anyone standing beside it.
Where can I buy Scandinavian semi-flush mounts in Canada?
Montreal Lighting & Hardware carries them online and at our Mount-Royal showroom (5670 Paré Street, Quebec, H4P 2M2). We ship Canada-wide at CAD prices with free shipping on orders over $199. Call (514) 416-2013 for sizing help.
| Room | Diameter | Drop |
|---|---|---|
| Bedroom | 14" - 22" | 4-8" below ceiling |
| Dining room (low ceiling) | 18" - 28" | 6-10" below ceiling |
| Living room | 18" - 26" | 4-10" below ceiling |
| Hallway | 10" - 16" | 4-6" below ceiling |
| Entryway | 14" - 20" | 4-8" below ceiling |






































































