Besa Sola 16 Opal or Marble Glass Flush Mount Ceiling Light

A slim, low-profile flush mount in Opal Matte or Marble handcrafted glass, with an integrated dimmable LED or incandescent lamping.

• ✓ Handcrafted glass
• ✓ LED or incandescent
• ✓ 3000 lm LED option
• ✓ Dimmable
• ✓ Only 4.75" deep
• ✓ Damp rated

The Besa Sola 16 is a flush mount ceiling light. Its glass: Opal Matte (soft white cased glass, satin-etched on the outside for a tranquil glow) or Marble (pressed glass with swirls of white through a semi-translucent frost, like faux alabaster). Opal Matte is the quietest, most even glow; Marble adds soft white swirls, like alabaster, when lit. It is sized for kitchens, living rooms, dining areas and primary bedrooms.

Order it with incandescent lamping (3 x 60W A19 medium (E26) base lamps of your choice, not included) or as the LED version with an integrated 30W LED: 3000 lumens at 3000K, CRI 90+, rated 50,000 hours, so there is no bulb to change. The glass sits on a slim white aluminum pan and is held by three set screws, so it comes off easily for cleaning or relamping. At 16" diameter x 4.75" H it sits close to the ceiling.

Specifications

• Brand: Besa Lighting
• Collection: Sola
• Type: Round, low-profile flush mount ceiling light with a handcrafted glass diffuser on a white pan
• Size: Sola 16
• Glass: Opal Matte (soft white cased glass, satin-etched on the outside for a tranquil glow) or Marble (pressed glass with swirls of white through a semi-translucent frost, like faux alabaster)
• Finish: White powder-coated aluminum pan (the only finish)
• Dimensions: 16" diameter x 4.75" H; handcrafted glass varies slightly
• Mounting: Installs directly to a 4" octagonal outlet box, centered on the fixture; hardwired
• Lamping: Incandescent version: 3 x 60W A19 medium (E26) base lamps, not included. LED version: integrated 30W LED source, included
• LED performance: 3000 lumens, 3000K, CRI 90+, rated 50,000 hours
• Dimming: Incandescent: standard incandescent dimmer; LED: CL dimmable (dimmers not included)
• Voltage: 120V
• Glass attachment: Three set screws
• Rating: Damp location, interior use only (bathrooms, laundry rooms and other humid rooms; not for outdoors); UL or ETL listed
• Materials: Handcrafted glass (Opal Matte or pressed Marble); stamped aluminum fitter, powder-coated white
• Item numbers (MPN): 943007C (Opal Matte), 943052C (Marble); LED versions add -LED

Features

• Handcrafted glass: Opal Matte or Marble glass
• 16" diameter x 4.75" H
• LED or incandescent lamping; dimmable
• 3000 lumens of 3000K light with the LED version, CRI 90+
• White powder-coated aluminum pan (the only finish)
• Glass held by: three set screws
• Mounts to a 4" octagonal box
• Damp rated, interior use; UL or ETL listed

Spec sheet & installation

• Sola 10 / 12 / 16 specification sheet (PDF, from Besa Lighting)
• Sola installation guide (PDF, from Besa Lighting)

Best for

Use the Sola 16 in kitchens, living rooms, dining areas and primary bedrooms. Besa also makes Sola 10 (10" diameter x 3.75" H), Sola 12 (12.5" diameter x 4.25" H). Related: Sola 10 (small), Sola 12 (medium), Pella 16 opal flush mount.

Who this is not for

• Outdoor porches, soffits or covered patios: it is rated for damp interior locations only.
• Rooms that need a metal accent on the ceiling: Sola comes with a white pan only.
• Anyone who wants a cooler, daylight-white LED: the LED version is fixed at a warm 3000K.

Why we carry it

We have been curating design-led lighting since 2009, and Sola is the clean, low-profile flush mount we recommend most, in real handcrafted glass with a choice of LED or bulbs. Besa Lighting pairs American design with European glass craftsmanship, and every glass is hand-inspected at Besa’s factory in Ohio for color, pattern, thickness and size before it ships.

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 version is integrated and rated for 50,000 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 Sola 16?

It measures 16" diameter x 4.75" H, per Besa’s spec sheet. Each glass is handcrafted, so allow for slight variation.

How bright is the Besa Sola 16 with LED lamping?

The LED version gives 3000 lumens at 3000K with CRI 90+ and is CL dimmable. The incandescent version takes 3 x 60W A19 medium (E26) base lamps (not included) and dims with a standard incandescent dimmer.

How do the Sola 16 glass options differ?

Opal Matte is a soft white cased glass with a satin-etched outside and a tranquil, even glow. Marble is pressed glass with swirls of white through a semi-translucent frost, so lit it looks like alabaster.

Is the Besa Sola 16 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.

Is the Sola 16 LED replaceable?

The LED version has an integrated 30W LED rated for 50,000 hours, so there is nothing to change. If you want to pick your own bulbs, order the incandescent version with A19 lamps.

Does the Besa Sola 16 come in other sizes?

Yes: Besa makes the same design as the Sola 10 (10" diameter x 3.75" H), Sola 12 (12.5" diameter x 4.25" H). It installs to a 4" octagonal outlet box, centered on the fixture; 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.