Sky

Yes, the IP44 rating means this post light is fully protected against splashing water from any direction, making it suitable for gardens, pathways, and patios. It will withstand rain and damp conditions without issue, though it's not designed for submersion or direct high-pressure water jets. IP44 is the standard minimum for outdoor lighting in the UK and is perfectly adequate for typical garden use.

Yes, this is a hardwired Class I fitting that must be permanently connected to your mains supply and earthed, so installation falls under Part P of the Building Regulations in England and Wales. You'll need a qualified electrician or competent person registered with a self-certification scheme to wire it safely and legally. The installation difficulty is rated as moderate, typically involving running armoured cable underground or through conduit to the post location.

The included smart Wi-Fi GU10 bulb is dimmable directly through its companion app on your smartphone, so you don't need a wall dimmer switch at all. The Sky fitting supports dimmable bulbs up to 12W, and if you later replace the bulb with a non-smart dimmable GU10, you would need a trailing edge dimmer on the circuit. Smart bulbs should typically be left on a standard switch or permanently powered for app and voice control to work properly.

The post light stands 300mm (30cm) tall with a width of 90mm and depth of 140mm, making it a compact bollard-style fitting ideal for pathway edging or border lighting without overwhelming smaller gardens. At 30cm height, it provides low-level illumination close to the ground, perfect for guiding footpaths or highlighting planting beds rather than acting as a tall statement post.

You'll need a GU10 bulb with a maximum wattage of 12W. The fitting comes with a smart Wi-Fi GU10 bulb, but you can replace it with any standard GU10 LED, including dimmable or colour-changing versions, as long as you stay within the 12W limit. GU10 is a common twist-and-lock fitting widely available in the UK, so replacements are easy to source from most lighting or DIY retailers.

Yes, the Sky is suitable for installation in soil, gravel, or on paving, though patio or hard surface installation will require appropriate fixings such as masonry bolts or ground anchors (not included). For soil or gravel, you may need to set the base in a small concrete footing for stability. Regardless of surface type, you'll need to run armoured cable or conduit underground to connect it safely to your mains supply.