Besa Pahu 12 Double Glass Semi-Flush Mount Ceiling Light

An opal glass cylinder inside a clear or colored glass sleeve: a semi-flush ceiling light that glows and sparkles at once.

• ✓ Hand-blown glass
• ✓ LED or incandescent
• ✓ 1100 lm LED option
• ✓ Dimmable
• ✓ 10.6" near-ceiling drop
• ✓ Damp rated

The Besa Pahu 12 is a semi-flush ceiling fixture. Its glass: Double glass: an inner opal cylinder with a satin-etched outer layer, centered inside a transparent outer cylinder in Clear, Amethyst, Armagnac, Olive or Smoke. Clear keeps it light and airy; Amethyst, Armagnac, Olive and Smoke tint the outer glass so it sparkles with color around the opal core. It is sized for entries, hallways, bedrooms, kitchens and stairwells.

Order it with incandescent lamping (1 x 100W A19 medium (E26) base lamp of your choice, not included) or as the LED version, which comes with one replaceable 11W LED source: 1100 lumens at 2800K, CRI 80+, rated 30,000 hours. The canopy and glass holder are Satin Nickel; the canopy is 5 inches across and sits flat on the ceiling. At 11.75" diameter x 10.625" H overall it keeps the glass on show without hanging low.

Specifications

• Brand: Besa Lighting
• Collection: Pahu
• Type: Semi-flush ("near ceiling") mount with a double glass cylinder on a low-profile flat canopy
• Size: Pahu 12
• Glass: Double glass: an inner opal cylinder with a satin-etched outer layer, centered inside a transparent outer cylinder in Clear, Amethyst, Armagnac, Olive or Smoke
• Finish: Satin Nickel canopy and glass holder (the finish on Besa’s sheet)
• Dimensions: 11.75" diameter x 10.625" H overall; 5" diameter canopy; handcrafted glass varies slightly
• Canopy: 5" diameter, plated stamped steel, low profile
• Mounting: Installs directly to a 4" octagonal outlet box, centered on the fixture; hardwired
• Lamping: Incandescent version: 1 x 100W A19 medium (E26) base lamp, not included. LED version: 1 x 11W replaceable LED source, included
• LED performance: 1100 lumens, 2800K, CRI 80+, rated 30,000 hours
• Dimming: Incandescent: standard incandescent dimmer; LED: CL dimmable (dimmers not included)
• Voltage: 120V
• Glass attachment: Machined, plated glass-holder hardware
• Rating: Damp location, interior use only (bathrooms, laundry rooms and other humid rooms; not for outdoors); UL or ETL listed
• Materials: Hand-blown glass (opal inner cylinder, transparent colored outer cylinder); plated stamped steel canopy
• Item numbers (MPN): 1KM-A18407 (Amethyst/Opal), 1KM-C18407 (Clear/Opal), 1KM-G18407 (Armagnac/Opal), 1KM-L18407 (Olive/Opal), 1KM-S18407 (Smoke/Opal), followed by -SN; LED versions add -LED before the finish

Features

• Hand-blown glass: Clear, Amethyst, Armagnac, Olive or Smoke outer glass over an opal inner cylinder
• 11.75" diameter x 10.625" H overall
• LED or incandescent lamping; dimmable
• 1100 lumens of 2800K light with the LED version, CRI 80+
• Satin Nickel canopy and glass holder (the finish on Besa’s sheet)
• Glass held by: machined, plated glass-holder hardware
• Mounts to a 4" octagonal box
• Damp rated, interior use; UL or ETL listed

Spec sheet & installation

• Pahu 8 / 12 ceiling specification sheet (PDF, from Besa Lighting)
• Pahu ceiling installation guide (PDF, from Besa Lighting)

Best for

Use the Pahu 12 in entries, hallways, bedrooms, kitchens and stairwells. Pair it with matching Besa glass pendants or wall lights. Related: Luma 18 halo flush mount, Nova 10 compact flush mount.

Who this is not for

• Outdoor porches, soffits or covered patios: it is rated for damp interior locations only.
• Very low ceilings where every inch counts: it drops about 10.6 inches.
• Anyone who wants a cooler, daylight-white LED: the LED version is fixed at a warm 2800K.

Why we carry it

We have been curating design-led lighting since 2009, and Pahu is one of Besa’s most distinctive designs: two hand-blown glasses, one inside the other, in five color combinations. Besa Lighting pairs American design with European glass artisanship: its shades are hand-blown by skilled artisans using techniques passed down for generations, then hand-inspected at Besa’s factory in Ohio for color, pattern, thickness and size before they ship.

Buy once: durability and care

Switch off and let it cool, then wipe the glass with a soft cloth lightly dampened with mild soapy water and dry it; avoid abrasive cleaners (our advice). The LED sources are replaceable and rated for 30,000 hours. Installation by a licensed electrician is recommended; 90°C supply wire is required for incandescent lamping.

Frequently asked questions

What are the dimensions of the Besa Pahu 12?

It measures 11.75" diameter x 10.625" H overall; 5" diameter canopy, per Besa’s spec sheet. Each glass is handcrafted, so allow for slight variation.

How bright is the Besa Pahu 12 with LED lamping?

The LED version gives 1100 lumens at 2800K with CRI 80+ and is CL dimmable. The incandescent version takes 1 x 100W A19 medium (E26) base lamp (not included) and dims with a standard incandescent dimmer.

How does the Pahu 12 double glass look when lit?

The inner opal cylinder glows softly, and the transparent outer glass (Clear, Amethyst, Armagnac, Olive or Smoke) picks up that glow and sparkles with its own color around it.

Is the Besa Pahu 12 suitable for a bathroom ceiling?

Yes. Besa rates it for damp locations, interior use only, so it suits bathroom, laundry and powder-room ceilings. It is not rated for outdoor ceilings or direct water spray.

Can the Pahu 12 go on a sloped or low ceiling?

It is a semi-flush design that drops about 10.6 inches from the ceiling on a flat 5-inch canopy, so plan for that headroom; Besa does not list a sloped-ceiling adapter for this ceiling version.

How do I install the Besa Pahu 12?

It is hardwired and installs directly to a standard 4" octagonal outlet box, centered on the fixture; 90°C supply wire is required for incandescent lamping. Besa’s installation guide is linked above, and we recommend a licensed electrician.

Trade pricing for design professionals

Interior designers, architects, contractors and hospitality buyers can apply to the MetropolitanDecor Trade Program for trade pricing on Besa Lighting and the rest of our catalog, plus a dedicated trade support line. Lighting a whole kitchen, restaurant or hotel floor? Contact us with quantities and finishes and we will confirm stock before you order.

Shipping & returns

In-stock finishes ship in 2–3 business days. Orders over $100 ship free by ground to the 48 contiguous states. All sales are final, so check the size, finish, glass and lamping above before ordering; if your order arrives damaged or isn’t what you ordered, contact us within 48 hours of delivery with photos and we’ll make it right.

Please note: Because this item is made to order or specially sourced, it is final sale.