Kiro

Yes, the Kiro is hardwired and must be connected directly to your mains supply, so installation falls under Part P of the Building Regulations. Unless you're a qualified electrician or competent person, you'll need to hire a registered sparks to fit it safely and certify the work. Most fittings mount to a standard BESA box or backplate.

Yes, the Kiro is dimmable, but you'll need to fit a compatible G9 LED bulb and ensure your dimmer switch is rated for LED loads. Not all G9 LEDs dim smoothly, so look for bulbs explicitly marked as dimmable and check they're compatible with your dimmer type (leading-edge or trailing-edge). The fitting itself supports dimming when paired with the right components.

The Kiro uses a single G9 capsule bulb (the small bi-pin type, roughly the size of your thumb). G9s are widely available in LED form at most hardware shops and online. Choose your preferred colour temperature — warm white (2700K) suits the soft Shell White finish, though daylight (4000K+) works for task lighting.

The small Kiro measures 205mm wide, 165mm tall, and projects 120mm from the wall. At 700g it's fairly lightweight despite the ceramic construction, so it suits most wall types with appropriate fixings. The cone shade is compact enough for hallways, bedrooms, or flanking a bathroom mirror without overwhelming smaller spaces.

The Kiro is rated IP20, so it's only suitable for zones outside bathroom zones 1 and 2 — typically 60cm or more away from the bath or shower enclosure. It's fine for general bathroom lighting well away from direct water spray, or in a cloakroom with no shower or tub. For in-zone use you'd need IP44 or higher.

Yes, the cone-shaped ceramic shade directs light both up and down the wall, creating a soft wash rather than projecting a beam into the room. This makes it ideal for ambient lighting in hallways, bedrooms, or living spaces where you want glare-free background light. The effect is subtle and architectural rather than task-focused.