Outdoor LED wall lights

Count on two wall lights to frame a front door, one on its own to mark out a path or a step. The whole collection runs on integrated warm white LED, between 2700 and 3500 K, with IP44, IP54 or IP65 ratings depending on how exposed the wall is.

• What light does an LED outdoor wall light give
• IP44, IP54 or IP65: which rating to choose
• How many watts for a powerful LED wall light
• Where to install an LED outdoor wall light
• Which material, colour and shape to choose outside
• A wall light with motion sensor, worth it or not
• How to install and maintain an LED outdoor wall light
• What budget and what warranty

What light does an LED outdoor wall light give?

Every wall light in this collection carries an integrated warm white LED, between 2700 and 3500 K: a soft light, close to that of a halogen, that illuminates without glare. The result then depends on the diffuser, opal for an even light, glass or slats for shadow play on the wall. Isolea is made of aluminium and measures 20 cm in diameter.

LED outdoor wall lights: grazing or diffused light?

A tube, like the Fenrilo tube wall light, throws light upwards and downwards and draws two clean lines on the facade. That is the effect of tube shapes and slatted models, which highlight the texture of the wall rather than lighting it flat. A square with slats and a gold reflector takes the idea further by bouncing warm light downwards.

Which model for even light?

An opal diffuser or a white oval spreads the light across the whole surface, with no marked shadow area and no glare for people sitting down. These are the models to favour above a table or along a walkway. To mix shapes, browse the design outdoor wall lights, which gather the worked silhouettes of the selection.

IP44, IP54 or IP65: which rating to choose for an outdoor wall light?

The rating depends on how exposed the wall is. IP44 suits under a canopy or a roof overhang, IP54 for a sheltered facade that catches driving rain, IP65 for a wall beaten by rain and dust. The collection covers all three levels.

Under a canopy or covered terrace: IP44 or IP54?

Under a roof overhang, water runs down the wall without hitting the wall light. IP44 is enough, and that is the case with Decimo. If the wall stays wet from sideways spray, go one step up. The waterproof outdoor wall lights gather the models designed for these damp situations.

Facade exposed to rain: when to choose an IP65 wall light?

As soon as the wall takes rain head on and street dust, aim for IP65. The IP65 models in the selection are Bivira, Extara, Dacio, Solanor and Belsamina. No standard or certification replaces a look at the real exposure: watch your wall on a rainy day before deciding.

How many watts for a powerful LED wall light?

Models range from 2 to 20 W. Wattage is chosen by the area to cover, not by the wish for a strong light: too powerful a wall light on a small entrance wall creates an unpleasant bright spot.

• 2 to 4 W: marking a step, a path, a terrace wall. Extara 2 W, Bivira 4 W.
• 6 to 8 W: lighting a front door without glare. Fenrilo 6 W, Dacio 7 W, Isolea 8 W.
• Size references: Niger W 9 cm x D 40 cm, Ylario W 7 cm x D 9 cm.
• 9 to 10 W: main light for an entrance or a terrace. Decimo 9 W, then Ylario, Noctivia, Solanor and Belsamina at 10 W.
• 12 to 20 W: large facades and long walls. Alasamina 12 W, Mirsameno 12 W, Bruto 12 W, Kalvesano 20 W.

From 2 to 20 W: which model for which area?

On a wall under two metres, a 6 to 8 W wall light is more than enough. On a gable or a long terrace wall, plan two or three 10 to 12 W points rather than a single very powerful model. The same reasoning applies to a courtyard or a path lit in stages. The modern outdoor wall lights offer several of these wattages in similar shapes, which helps keep the look consistent.

LED module: is there a bulb to change?

No. Every model in the collection uses an LED module, meaning the light source is built into the fitting. There is no bulb to buy again or replacement to plan over the years, only cleaning of the diffuser.

Where to install an LED outdoor wall light?

Wall lights are fixed on either side of a front door, along a terrace wall, on a garage facade or near a path. Two models are enough to frame a door, one alone marks out a passage.

Lighting a front door

Two wall lights placed at shoulder height, on each side of the door, light the visitor's face and the lock without glare. A single wall light above the door also works, but leaves the threshold in shadow. Plan the same wattage on both sides to avoid a visible imbalance.

Terrace or courtyard

On a terrace, several discreet points are better than a single floodlight. The outdoor wall lights for terrace are designed for this kind of layout, and the Isolea glass sphere wall light gives a round point of light that dresses a wall with little texture. To match the whole thing to a more elaborate scheme, also look at the design terrace lighting.

Which material, colour and shape to choose outside?

Aluminium dominates the collection, alone or combined with plastic and glass; stainless steel appears on the tube models. On colour, black comes first, ahead of anthracite, then brown and silver. On shape, everything plays out between the tube, the square, the arc and the sphere.

Aluminium, stainless steel or glass: what survives outside

Aluminium is the most common material, often combined with a plastic or glass diffuser. Steel and stainless steel are used on the angled tubes, like the Extara angled tube. Glass appears on spherical or oval diffusers. Above all, check the depth: the Solanor slatted square projects 16.6 cm, the long Niger wall light 40 cm, which changes how much room it takes above a passage.

Black, anthracite, brown or silver: matching the finish to the facade

Black blends into a dark wall or grey render and stays discreet by day. The black finishes are the easiest to pair with existing joinery. On a light wall or a stone facade, the anthracite and grey shades show less contrast, while a silver or gold finish highlights the line of the fitting.

An LED outdoor wall light with motion sensor, worth it or not?

The sensor switches the wall light on as you pass and then off, which avoids leaving an entrance lit all the time. The collection includes one model with an integrated sensor, Decimo at 9 W and IP44. The other models are controlled by the existing switch.

Integrated sensor or switch: what to choose for an entrance?

At an entrance where you arrive with your hands full, the sensor saves hunting for the switch in the dark, hence the value of wall lights with motion sensor. For a terrace where you stay for dinner, a switched model is simpler and avoids the light going out mid-meal. the Decimo sensor wall light measures 5.9 cm wide by 16.1 cm deep, a compact format that fits near a door.

Lighting a garage or an outdoor corridor without leaving it on

An outdoor corridor, a side passage or a garage entrance does not need continuous light: motion detection is enough. The LED models with motion detection meet that need. Range and delay time vary from one unit to another depending on the settings: refer to the product sheet of the model you choose rather than a general figure.

How to install and maintain an LED outdoor wall light?

Installation is on a flush mounting box or surface mounted, with connection to the mains by an electrician. Once fixed, the wall light only needs cleaning with soapy water on the diffuser and a check of the seal. No bulb to replace, the LED is integrated.

Fixing and connection: what the electrician does

Drilling and wall fixing are done with plugs suited to the surface, brick, concrete or render. Connection to the mains is a job for an electrician, with the power off. Before drilling, check the depth of the model and the spacing between the fixing points. the Belsamina cubic diffuser model goes up to 26.5 cm high, which calls for a clear wall above the fitting.

Cleaning the diffuser of an outdoor wall light

A soft cloth and soapy water are enough, twice a year in a dusty environment. Avoid abrasive products on glass and aluminium. While you are there, check the condition of the seal and the cleanliness of the screws: that is what keeps the rating useful over time. To compare the shapes and finishes available, browse our lighting range.

What budget and what warranty for an LED outdoor wall light?

The price of an outdoor wall light depends mainly on its length, its material and whether it has a sensor. A small aluminium format costs less than a long one or a slatted model with a reflector. The reassuring point: five years of warranty on most models, two years on the rest.

What makes the price of an LED outdoor wall light vary

Three factors come into play: the size of the fitting, the material and the level of finish. A wall light 7 cm across, like the Niger long wall light in its width, or a compact model such as Ylario at 7 x 9 cm, sit in the entry range of the selection. Large formats and models with an integrated sensor sit higher, logically.

Warranty, delivery and returns: what is included

• Secure payment
• Tracked delivery
• Returns possible
• Designix customer service

Choose the rating and the wattage first, then the finish. A well-sized wall light stays for years on a wall that does not move. Browse the white finishes or the industrial style if your facade calls for a different direction from black.

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