Crompton 11823 vs Tala Globe 6W LED Bulb: Which to Choose?
By Tom Raffield | Luxury British Wooden Lighting Designer | Published: 2026-10-30
Category: Comparisons
Compare the Crompton 11823 and Tala Globe 6W LED filament bulbs for your ceiling kit. Find out which offers better brightness and which creates the most ambient glow.
Quick answer
Choose the Crompton 11823 if you need bright, dimmable task light for a ceiling kit. Choose the Tala Globe 6W LED if you want a warm, decorative filament glow for ambient mood lighting.
Brightness vs ambience: the core trade-off
The Crompton 11823 delivers 1,055 lumens, equivalent to a 65W incandescent – ideal for lighting up a room. The Tala Globe 6W produces roughly 40W equivalent with a softer, warm light. If your ceiling kit is in a reading nook or kitchen, the extra brightness matters. If it’s over a dining table or in a lounge, the Tala’s warm filament vortex creates a more inviting atmosphere.
Dimmability and compatibility
The Crompton 11823 is dimmable, giving you flexibility to adjust light levels. The Tala Globe 6W is not listed as dimmable, so it suits fixed-level fixtures. Both use an E27 screw cap, fitting all Tom Raffield ceiling kits sold in the UK.
How to decide between the two
- Crompton 11823 – Bright and dimmable: Best if your ceiling kit is in a space needing functional light, like a hallway, kitchen, or reading area. You can dim it to suit the mood when needed.
- Tala Globe 6W – Warm filament glow: Best if your ceiling kit is a decorative feature and you want a soft, warm light that enhances the fixture’s design. Not dimmable. Check that your ceiling kit is on a non-dimming circuit before choosing the Tala.
- Both fit E27 ceiling kits: Both bulbs have an E27 screw cap, so they work with all Tom Raffield ceiling kits sold to the UK.
Product facts
- Crompton 11823 LED Light Bulb: The Crompton 11823 produces 1,055 lumens – equivalent to 65W incandescent – and is dimmable. This means you get bright, adjustable light perfect for task areas or larger rooms.
Crompton 11823 LED Light Bulb - Tala Globe 6W LED Filament Light Bulb: The Tala Globe 6W uses eight thin filament LED columns to create a central vortex of warm, soft light. This design prioritises decorative ambience over raw brightness, making it ideal for cosy living spaces.
Tala Globe 6W LED Filament Light Bulb
Which bulb fits your space?
Best for
- Bright task lighting in kitchens or hallways – choose Crompton 11823
- Decorative ambient glow in living rooms or dining areas – choose Tala Globe 6W
Not for
- Dimmable setups – Tala Globe 6W is not dimmable
- High-lumen requirements – Tala Globe 6W is only 40W equivalent
