Arcus Outdoor Wall Light — Matt Black, Danish Design

Yes, as a hardwired mains-voltage wall light, the Arcus must be installed by a qualified electrician in compliance with UK Building Regulations Part P. The fitting connects directly to your mains electrical supply and should be installed onto a suitable outdoor-rated backbox or mounting surface. If you're replacing an existing outdoor wall light in the same location, your electrician will be able to connect it to the existing wiring.

The product specifications provided do not list an IP rating for the Arcus wall light. Before purchasing for outdoor use, we recommend contacting us to confirm the IP rating, as this indicates the level of protection against moisture and dust. For most UK outdoor applications such as covered porches or sheltered entrance ways, an IP44 rating is typically adequate, while fully exposed locations require IP65 or higher.

The Arcus uses a standard E27 screw fitting, which gives you the flexibility to choose your own bulb type, brightness, and colour temperature to suit your needs. The bulb is not included with the fitting. You can use LED, halogen, or traditional filament bulbs up to the maximum wattage specified in the instruction manual, allowing you to customise both the light output and energy efficiency.

The ability to dim the Arcus depends on whether your electrical circuit has a compatible dimmer switch installed and whether you use a dimmable bulb. The fitting itself accommodates dimmable E27 bulbs, but you'll need to ensure your electrician has fitted an appropriate dimmer switch suitable for the bulb type you choose (LED-compatible dimmers for LED bulbs, for example). If installed on a standard on/off switch, dimming will not be possible regardless of bulb type.

The specific dimensions for the Arcus outdoor wall light are not provided in the supplied specifications. We recommend contacting us directly for exact measurements including height, width, projection from the wall, and backplate size. These details will help you determine whether the fitting is appropriately scaled for your intended location, whether that's either side of a front door, on porch walls, or along a garden path.

The suitability for coastal environments depends on the IP rating and the quality of the powder coating on the matt black metal finish, neither of which are fully detailed in the specifications provided. Coastal areas present challenges due to salt spray and moisture, which can corrode metal fittings over time. We'd recommend confirming the IP rating and whether the finish is specifically rated for coastal use before installation in exposed seaside locations.