(Materials)
Why material choice changes how a lamp feels.
NORE makes sculptural 3D-printed lamps in Seattle using materials chosen for glow, texture, structural clarity, and domestic durability - not just technical convenience.
At a glance
Bio-based PLA and PETG
Chosen for texture, glow, and structural integrity
Used in made-to-order production in Seattle
PLA for clarity and sculptural texture
PLA is one of the key materials in the NORE world because it allows crisp geometry, clear ribbing, and a refined printed surface. In many of our lamps, it helps preserve the designer's form while keeping the glow soft and the object visually calm.
PETG for specific lighting behavior
PETG can offer a different balance of resilience, translucency, and finish behavior. We use materials in context - not as generic defaults, but as part of how a lamp should feel in a room and how light should move through it.
Material is part of the atmosphere
For NORE, materials are not only technical. They shape glow, texture, weight, and the way a lamp lives in a domestic interior. The right material should disappear into the experience while quietly improving the final object.
(Technical Specifications)
Bio-based PLA
- Source: Corn starch and sugar cane (bio-based)
- Compostability: Industrial composting conditions (EN 13432)
- Safe operating temperature: Up to 60°C / 140°F continuous
- Bulb compatibility: LED only (E26, max 10W)
- Finish: Matte, warm light diffusion, slight natural layer texture
- UV sensitivity: Avoid prolonged direct sunlight
- Care: Dry cloth only, no solvents
PETG (Polyethylene Terephthalate Glycol)
- Impact resistance: Higher than PLA — better for structural elements
- Moisture resistance: Better than PLA
- Translucency: Slightly more translucent than PLA
- Bulb compatibility: LED only (E26, max 10W)
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