The Helix up and down outdoor wall light offers a distinctive contemporary aesthetic, featuring a ribbed diecast aluminium housing that adds texture and visual interest to exterior walls. The bold black finish provides a striking contrast against light-coloured facades while complementing modern architectural schemes, industrial-inspired designs, and traditional properties seeking a refined update. The generous dimensions of 265mm in height, 105mm in length, and 100mm in width create a substantial presence on exterior walls, making this fitting a design feature in its own right while delivering elegant bi-directional illumination.

Engineered for durability, the diecast aluminium construction offers excellent corrosion resistance and structural integrity for long-term outdoor performance. The bi-directional design directs light both upward and downward from the fitting, creating an elegant wash of light that accentuates architectural textures, highlights entranceways, and provides balanced illumination for patios, pathways, and building facades. Accommodating two GU10 lamps with a maximum wattage of 50W per lamp (bulbs not included), this fitting offers flexibility in bulb selection—from energy-efficient LED to high-output halogen—to achieve the desired brightness and ambience. The IP44 weatherproof rating provides protection against splashing water, making it suitable for covered outdoor locations such as porches, entranceways, and areas protected from direct heavy rainfall. The combination of textured diecast aluminium construction, bold black finish, and versatile bi-directional lighting makes the Helix an ideal choice for homeowners and designers seeking exterior lighting that makes a statement.

Key Features

• Ribbed Diecast Aluminium Housing: Textured finish adds visual interest and provides excellent durability.

• Black Finish: Bold, contemporary aesthetic that complements modern and industrial design schemes.

• Bi-Directional Illumination: Up and down light distribution creates elegant wall washing effects.

• Dual GU10 Lampholders: Accommodates 2 x GU10 lamps (max 50W each – bulbs not included).

• Substantial Dimensions: 265mm height for prominent visual presence on exterior walls.

• IP44 Weatherproof Rating: Protected against splashing water – suitable for covered outdoor locations.

• Flexible Bulb Choice: Compatible with LED, halogen, or compact fluorescent GU10 lamps.

• Versatile Application: Ideal for entranceways, patios, facades, and architectural feature lighting.

Technical Specifications

FAQs

1. Does this wall light come with bulbs?
No, bulbs are not included. This fitting requires two GU10 lamps with a maximum wattage of 50W each. LED GU10 bulbs are recommended for energy efficiency, reduced heat output, and longer operational life.

2. What is the advantage of diecast aluminium construction?
Diecast aluminium offers excellent durability, corrosion resistance, and structural integrity, making it ideal for outdoor lighting applications where long-term performance and weather resistance are essential.

3. Is this light suitable for fully exposed outdoor locations?
This fitting has an IP44 rating, which provides protection against splashing water but is not fully weatherproof. It is suitable for covered outdoor locations such as porches, entranceways, and areas protected from direct heavy rainfall. For fully exposed locations, an IP65-rated fitting would be more appropriate.

4. What is the effect of the ribbed textured finish?
The ribbed texture adds visual interest and depth to the fitting's appearance, creating a distinctive design element that enhances the aesthetic appeal of exterior walls while also providing subtle shadow play when illuminated.

5. Can I use LED bulbs with this fitting?
Yes, this fitting is compatible with LED GU10 bulbs as well as halogen and compact fluorescent GU10 lamps, provided they do not exceed the 50W per lamp maximum rating. LED bulbs offer energy savings, longer life, and lower operating temperatures.