Overview

HYDE is a recessed ceiling lamp from the brand FARO, designed for those looking for clean, tidy lighting without the fixture drawing more attention than the space itself. Its square format and matte white finish allow it to blend into the ceiling almost unnoticed, which is especially useful when the interior design matters as much as the light itself.

This lamp is adjustable, allowing you to direct the beam wherever it is needed: a reading corner, a work area, a painting on the wall. It is not just a fixed light point, but a tool that adapts to the use of the space.

FARO is a Spanish brand with decades of experience in lighting for the home and professional environments. Its products combine functionality and modern style, and are designed for both interior design projects and home renovations.

Installation and specifications

To install this recessed ceiling lamp, you will need a cavity in the structure or a false ceiling that can accommodate the housing. Before starting the installation, make sure the electrical supply is switched off. The GU10 LED bulb is not included and must be purchased separately. It is recommended to check the required cutout dimensions before making the cut in the ceiling. If you have any doubts about the installation process, consult an electrician.

To clean the lamp, use a dry or slightly damp cloth without abrasive products. As a lamp with IP20 rating, it is not designed for use in areas with direct moisture or outdoors. Avoid exposure to water splashes. Periodically check that the bulb is properly seated in the socket.

• Brand: FARO
• Category: Interior
• Subcategory: Recessed luminaire
• Fixing: Ceiling
• Body material: Steel
• Body finish: Matte White
• Maximum power: 8 W
• Light source: GU10 LED
• Light source included: No
• Voltage: 100 V – 240 V
• Height: 55 mm
• Length: 164 mm
• Depth: 82 mm
• Net weight: 0.2 kg
• Gross weight (individual box): 0.27 kg
• Protection rating: IP20

Design and use

The HYDE model from FARO is a square recessed lamp that installs directly into the ceiling, without frames or decorative elements that break the line of the surface. Its format is simple: a steel body in matte white that blends into the ceiling, leaving only the light opening visible. This type of modern design works well in spaces where visual order is sought, without the lights competing with the other elements of the room.

The steel body gives it solidity without adding weight, which makes installation easier in plasterboard ceilings or false ceilings of various materials. Its compact dimensions — 164 mm in length and 82 mm in depth — allow it to be used in spaces where the available cavity is limited. The height of just 55 mm means that, once installed, the lamp sits almost flush with the ceiling.

One of its most useful features is the adjustability of the spotlight. In a living room or dining room, this allows you to redirect the light depending on how the furniture is arranged, without needing to move anything or rethink the installation. In a kitchen, it can be directed towards the worktop or the table. In a bedroom, towards the reading area or the wardrobe. This flexibility means that the same lamp can serve different purposes depending on the space where it is placed.

The matte white finish is one of the most versatile formats in interior decoration. It pairs well with conventional white ceilings, with light-coloured walls, and also with darker schemes where contrast is sought. It does not accumulate reflections or glare that distract, and remains discreet even when several units are installed in a row, which is common in kitchens or hallways. Modern matte white lights have that quality of looking as though they were always there.

In a bedroom, this type of recessed fixture works well as general lighting or as a complement to a bedside lamp. Its low profile does not create shadows or blind spots and allows the ceiling to remain visually clean. In bedrooms with low ceilings, it avoids the sense of oppressiveness that a hanging lamp can create.

In the kitchen or dining room, several units can be installed together to cover a large surface with evenly distributed light points. When multiple units of the same model are combined, the result is neat and coherent. There is no need to mix styles: a row of HYDE recessed lights offers functional lighting with a clear, uncomplicated look.

The use of GU10 LED technology allows you to choose the colour temperature that best suits each space: warm light for more intimate environments, neutral or cool light for work areas. As the bulb is not included, the buyer can select the one that best suits their lighting and energy consumption needs.

Compatibility with voltages between 100 V and 240 V makes it suitable for standard electrical installations throughout Europe and other markets. It does not require additional transformers or special adaptations for most homes.

Questions and answers

Is the HYDE lamp adjustable or does it have a fixed light direction?

It is adjustable. The spotlight can rotate to direct the light towards different points in the space, which is useful when you want to illuminate a specific area without depending on the fixed position of the recess in the ceiling.

What type of bulb does it need and is it included?

It uses a GU10 LED base bulb with a maximum power of 8 W. The bulb is not included in the box and must be purchased separately.

Can this lamp be installed in a bathroom or outdoors?

No. The IP20 protection rating indicates that it is not designed for areas with moisture or for outdoor use. It is intended exclusively for dry indoor spaces, such as living rooms, dry areas of kitchens, bedrooms or hallways.

After-sales support

If you receive the product with a manufacturing defect, you have 30 days from receipt to report it. To manage any issue related to the condition of the item or a possible replacement, write to us. Each case is reviewed individually to find the most appropriate solution.

Estimated delivery	Thu 12 Nov – Wed 18 Nov (United Kingdom)
Delivery cost	£4.95
Dispatched from	Spain

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.