Overview

This outdoor wall light from the brand FARO is designed for those looking for a wall lamp that performs well outdoors without sacrificing a clean, contemporary line. It mounts directly onto the wall and provides direct, neat lighting for entrances, covered access areas, terraces, or facades where finish matters as much as functionality.

The body is made of aluminium in dark grey, a material that holds up well against temperature changes and outdoor humidity. The diffuser is made of clear tempered glass, allowing light to pass through without interference and with a clean appearance both day and night.

FARO is a Spanish company with decades of experience in designing lighting fixtures for residential and professional use. This particular wall light was designed by Estudi Ribaudí, an industrial design studio with a clear vision of proportion and functionality. The result is a piece that does not try to draw attention, yet does not go unnoticed either.

Installation and specifications

Installing this wall light requires an existing electrical connection at the point of installation, as the lamp connects directly to the mains. It is recommended that installation be carried out by an electrician, especially outdoors where the connection must be well protected from moisture. The socket is GU10, so before switching on the wall light, a GU10 LED spotlight must be fitted, as one is not included in the box. Make sure the installation voltage is within the indicated range, between 100V and 240V.

For maintenance, simply wipe the aluminium surface with a dry or slightly damp cloth. The tempered glass diffuser can be cleaned with a standard glass cleaner, avoiding abrasive products that may scratch the surface. The lamp should not be cleaned while switched on or immediately after switching it off, as the glass may be hot.

• Brand: FARO
• Category: Outdoor
• Subcategory: Surface luminaire
• Mounting: Wall
• Body material: Aluminium
• Diffuser material: Glass
• Body finish: Dark grey
• Diffuser finish: Transparent
• Maximum wattage (W): 8
• Light source type: GU10 LED
• Light source included: No
• Voltage: 100V–240V
• Height (mm): 240
• Width (mm): 70
• Depth (mm): 100
• Total diameter (mm): 65
• Net weight (kg): 0.77
• Gross weight with box (kg): 0.9

Design and use

The wall light has compact dimensions: 240 mm high, 70 mm wide, and 100 mm deep. This makes it particularly useful in spaces where a bulky lamp cannot or should not be installed. Next to a front door, in a covered outdoor corridor, on a terrace with little free wall width — in all these cases, this format fits in without complicating the overall look.

Aluminium is one of the most widely used materials in outdoor lighting fixtures precisely because it combines lightness with durability. It does not rust like iron, does not deform easily, and maintains its finish for a long time without the need for special treatments. The dark grey colour of this wall light integrates well with concrete walls, stone facades, or modern cladding, but also works as a contrast against lighter walls.

The tempered glass diffuser is another point in favour of this lamp. Tempered glass is more resistant to impact and sudden temperature changes than conventional glass, which is a relevant detail for a wall light that will be exposed to sun, cold, and rain throughout the year. Furthermore, being transparent, it neither filters nor redirects the light: what the LED spotlight produces is exactly what reaches the space.

Speaking of the spotlight, the GU10 socket is one of the most common in the residential market, meaning there is no difficulty finding compatible LED options. An 8W GU10 LED spotlight provides a level of illumination sufficient for most everyday outdoor uses: identifying the entrance, lighting a stretch of wall, marking an access point, or creating a light source in the garden without being excessive.

This wall light does not include a motion sensor or presence detector. If you are looking for an outdoor lamp that activates automatically when someone approaches, you would need to supplement it with an external motion switch or consider a different model. That said, there are situations where the absence of a sensor is an advantage: the light remains on for as long as the user decides, without interruptions or unintended activations. In areas where continuous lighting is desired throughout the night — such as a terrace used in the evenings or a facade to be highlighted — doing without a motion sensor makes sense.

As for the usage environment, this wall light adapts well to both private gardens and shared spaces in residential buildings. Its neutral appearance does not clash with any particular architectural style, and its scale makes it appropriate both for individual installations and for series of several wall lights placed at regular intervals along a facade or wall.

Questions and answers

Does the wall light include the GU10 LED spotlight or does it need to be purchased separately?

The spotlight is not included. The lamp comes without a light source, so a GU10 LED spotlight must be purchased separately before it can be used.

What difference does it make that the diffuser is made of tempered glass compared to other materials?

Tempered glass is more resistant to impact and sudden temperature changes than standard glass or plastic diffusers. In an outdoor wall light exposed to sunlight and varying temperatures, this translates into greater durability over time.

Does this wall light have an integrated motion sensor?

No. The wall light does not include a sensor or motion detector. It operates via the standard switch in the electrical installation, allowing manual control over how long it remains on.

After-sales support

If upon receiving the wall light you detect any manufacturing defect or damage caused during transport, you have 30 days to report it. Each case is handled individually, assessing the specific issue before proposing a solution.

For any enquiry related to defects, damaged parts, or replacement requests, you can write to us. The team reviews each message and responds with the available options depending on the situation.

Delivery cost	£4.95
Dispatched from	Spain

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14-day returns

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