Overview

GROT is an outdoor wall light manufactured by FARO, a brand with years of experience in designing luminaires for residential and professional spaces. This lamp is designed to be wall-mounted and direct light toward transit areas: entrances, pathways, outdoor staircases, or garage accesses. Its cement construction gives it a weight and solidity that are noticeable from the very first moment.

The GROT wall light offers unidirectional light that concentrates the beam where it is needed most, without unnecessary dispersion. It is a practical solution for those looking to illuminate the exterior without installing large structures or modifying the facade. FARO designs its products with durability and restrained aesthetics in mind, and GROT fits well within that approach.

Installation and specifications

To install this wall light, it is necessary to verify that the surface can support a weight of approximately 4.4 kg. It is recommended to anchor directly onto concrete, brick, or block walls using appropriate plugs and screws for the material. Before starting installation, make sure to cut the power at the electrical panel. Wiring should be carried out by a qualified electrician if you have no prior experience, especially for outdoor installations.

The cement body does not require special products for maintenance, but it should be cleaned periodically with a dry or slightly damp cloth to remove accumulated dust and dirt. Avoid the use of abrasive products or solvents that may alter the surface. Do not direct jets of water directly onto the electrical connection or the light source during cleaning.

• Brand: FARO
• Category: Exterior
• Subcategory: Surface luminaire
• Mounting: Wall
• Main material: Cement
• Body finish: Grey
• Light source: SMD LED
• Light source included: Yes
• Energy class: E
• Maximum power: 6.5 W
• Voltage: 100V–277V
• Color temperature: 3000K
• Height: 160 mm
• Length: 158 mm
• Depth: 160 mm
• Net weight: 4.38 kg
• Gross weight with box: 4.58 kg

Design and use

The GROT wall light has a character of its own that makes no attempt to go unnoticed. Cement as the primary material gives it a texture and weight that are naturally associated with outdoor settings: gardens, terraces, accesses, boundary walls, or facades with natural finishes. It is not a lamp that imitates industrial materials, but rather one that works directly with one of them.

The light emitted by this lamp is warm, with a color temperature of 3000K, which creates an atmosphere free from the coldness of whiter tones. For a transit area or a garden in use at night, this type of light is more pleasant to the eye and generates a sense of calm rather than activating the space aggressively. The beam is directed toward a specific point, allowing the ground in front of a door or the side of a pathway to be illuminated without projecting unnecessary light in other directions.

The lamp body has compact dimensions, with a height and depth of 160 mm, making it discreet on the wall without losing visual presence. The grey color of the cement integrates well with stone, exposed concrete, aged wood, or rustic cladding exteriors. It can also work on modern facades where raw material forms part of the overall aesthetic language.

This wall light can be combined with other garden or terrace elements without needing to belong to the same range. The sobriety of its form allows it to coexist without tension alongside iron lanterns, steel wall lights, or any other luminaire with a neutral aesthetic. In an entrance with slab or gravel paving, the GROT marks the path without visually overloading the space.

The included LED light source reduces consumption to 6.5 W and does not require frequent replacement, which simplifies long-term maintenance. For installations where there is concern about energy consumption or where access for changing bulbs is inconvenient, this detail has real practical value.

If you are considering combining this lamp with an external motion sensor or presence detector, the working voltage between 100V and 277V offers compatibility with a wide variety of automation equipment. Although the sensor is not integrated into the wall light, it can easily be added to the circuit before the lamp so that the beam activates only when movement is detected in the transit area. This combination is common in entrances, garages, or accesses where continuous lighting is not desired.

The weight of the wall light, close to 4.4 kg, reflects the solidity of the cement and conveys a sense of permanence that lighter materials do not offer. Once installed on the wall, the GROT does not move, does not vibrate in the wind, and does not lose its position over time.

Questions and answers

Can the GROT wall light be connected to a system with an external motion detector?

Yes. Although the wall light does not have an integrated sensor, its voltage range between 100V and 277V is compatible with most motion detectors available on the market. The sensor can be installed in the circuit prior to the lamp so that the beam activates when presence is detected.

Is the LED light source included from the factory or does it need to be purchased separately?

The SMD LED light source is included with the wall light. No additional module needs to be purchased to put the lamp into operation from the very first moment.

Does the cement body withstand direct exposure to sun and rain outdoors?

Cement is a material designed to work outdoors and withstands exposure to sun and temperature variations. To maintain its appearance, periodic cleaning with a dry cloth is recommended, and aggressive chemical products on the surface should be avoided.

After-sales support

If the product arrives with any visible defect or presents a functional problem from the outset, you have a period of 30 days to report it. Each case is handled individually to find the most appropriate solution. For any enquiry related to defects or product replacement, you can write to us.

How delivery works

Martsella works with brands and their partner warehouses across Europe. Your order is sent straight from the warehouse that holds the item, so an order with several items may arrive in separate parcels. Each parcel gets its own tracking link.

14-day returns

Changed your mind? You can cancel within 14 days of delivery without giving a reason. How to send items back and what a return costs is on our Returns & Refunds page. If an item is faulty, damaged or not what you ordered, we cover the cost of returning it.

How to cancel

Email info@martsella.com with your order number before the cancellation period ends, or use the model cancellation form on our Returns & Refunds page. You do not have to use the form.