Overview

The FARO recessed wall light is designed to illuminate outdoor spaces with discretion and efficiency. It mounts directly onto the wall and provides downward-directed light, ideal for marking paths, steps, entrances, or garden edges. It takes up no visual space, does not protrude — it simply does its job without drawing too much attention.

The integrated SMD LED technology ensures very low energy consumption with a color temperature of 4000K, which delivers neutral white light. It is a fixture designed for outdoor use, with an injection-molded aluminum body and transparent PC diffuser, making it resistant to environmental conditions.

FARO is a Spanish brand with a track record in lighting for indoor and outdoor spaces. Their products combine functionality with restrained design, intended to integrate well into different architectural contexts.

Installation and specifications

For installation, the fixture requires embedding the box in the wall before securing the body. It is recommended that installation be carried out by a qualified electrician. Make sure to cut the power before beginning any connections. The included driver facilitates installation, but it is advisable to verify that the mains voltage is compatible with the indicated values: 220V–240V.

The aluminum body requires no special maintenance. To clean the transparent diffuser, a soft, slightly damp cloth is sufficient. It is recommended not to use abrasive products or solvents that could affect the polycarbonate. Periodically check the condition of the exterior seal to ensure that no dirt or moisture has entered the interior.

• Brand: FARO
• Category: Exterior
• Subcategory: Recessed luminaire
• Mounting: Wall
• Body material: Injection-molded aluminum
• Diffuser material: PC (polycarbonate)
• Body color: Dark grey
• Diffuser finish: Transparent
• Light source: SMD LED
• Light source included: Yes
• Maximum power: 1W
• Energy class: E
• Color temperature: 4000K
• Luminous flux: 30 lm
• Voltage: 220V–240V
• Height: 80 mm
• Length: 80 mm
• Depth: 50 mm
• Net weight: 0.24 kg
• Gross weight (individual box): 0.3 kg
• Driver included: Yes
• Recessed box included: Yes

Design and use

The FARO recessed wall light has a compact silhouette: 80 x 80 mm at the front and just 50 mm in depth. This allows it to be installed in walls with little available thickness without complications. The body is made of injection-molded aluminum in dark grey, which integrates easily into stone, concrete, ceramic, or rendered facades without creating excessive contrast.

The transparent polycarbonate diffuser lets light pass through directly, without filters that reduce efficiency. The light it emits is neutral white at 4000K — neither too warm nor too cool — making it useful for both contemporary environments and more classic settings. A garden with dense vegetation, an interior courtyard with dark paving, or an entrance with irregular steps all benefit from this type of precise, well-defined lighting.

The fixture is not designed to illuminate large surfaces, but rather to mark and define pathways. In a garden, it can be installed along a path to guide foot traffic without the need for ground-level lanterns. On a terrace, it integrates well into the perimeter wall or side walls. It also works well at entrances and facades where it is necessary to indicate a level, a step, or a change in plane.

The 1W, 30-lumen SMD LED light source is sufficient for this type of use. It is not a powerful ambient lighting spotlight, but rather a precise signal lamp. For this reason, it is common to install several fixtures of this type in series, spaced at regular intervals, to achieve a uniform effect along a pathway.

The dark grey color of the body helps the fixture go unnoticed during the day. At night, what stands out is the light, not the accessory. That discretion is part of its value: the recessed light does not interrupt the visual line of the wall, allowing the space itself to take center stage.

By including the driver and recessed box, the package contains everything needed for direct installation, without the need to purchase additional components. This simplifies the process for the installer and avoids compatibility errors. The motion sensor is not included in this model, but the fixture can be combined with external sensor or timer systems if automated operation is desired. Likewise, if a home automation control panel is to be incorporated, the installation allows for it without structural modifications.

It is a product that fits well in exterior renovation projects where functionality is sought without eye-catching decorative elements. The combination of materials — aluminum in the body, polycarbonate in the diffuser — ensures durability against temperature changes, rain, and the passage of time. A wall well lit with recessed fixtures conveys order and care, without the need for major interventions.

Questions and answers

Does the recessed fixture include the recessed box and driver, or do they need to be purchased separately?

Yes, both the recessed box and the driver are included in the package. There is no need to purchase anything additional for basic installation.

Is this fixture suitable for installation on a garden wall exposed to direct rain?

The product is categorized as an outdoor luminaire. To confirm the exact level of protection against water and dust, we recommend consulting the complete technical datasheet from FARO before installing it in areas with very intense exposure to rain.

Is the 4000K color temperature suitable for a stone or exposed brick facade?

Light at 4000K is neutral white. It works well on stone and brick facades because it does not distort the natural color of the material. If a warmer effect is desired, it may be preferable to consider other options with temperatures below 3000K.

After-sales support

If upon receiving the product you detect any manufacturing defect, you have 30 days to report it. Each case is handled individually to find the most appropriate solution — replacement, review, or whatever is applicable depending on the situation.

For any queries related to defects or exchange requests, write to us. We respond as quickly as possible and aim to resolve each situation without unnecessary complications.

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.