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Norlys Chelsea Outdoor Lantern in Copper

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Norlys Chelsea Outdoor Lantern in Copper

Norlys Chelsea Outdoor Lantern in Copper

£752.12

Sale price £752.12 Regular price £1,398.00

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Outside lighting is something which is often overlooked when people are adding lights to their home. We think this is a wasted opportunity – because when done right, outdoor lights can be one of the most appealing aspects of your entire home decor.

Whether you need lighting as an extra security measure to protect your property, or for navigating your way to the shed across a darkened lawn, KES Lighting can help.

Just as likely, though, you're looking for some fantastic outdoor lighting to prolong your summer barbecue after the sun sets. We have hundreds of lights of this kind to choose from.

Garden Lights

All of our outdoor lights are IP-rated for use outside, meaning they are built to be able to handle the kind of weather conditions we're used to in the UK. We have a wide range of outdoor lighting fixtures including:

Ground lights
Garden lighting
Traditional-style lanterns
Spike lights
Lamp posts
Contemporary patio floor lamps and more.

Our customers can buy online with confidence with a credit/debit card or PayPal. And if you'd like to try before you buy, we may be able to arrange a viewing at our showroom.

In the event that your purchase was not exactly what you wanted, you can have a full refund if your purchase is returned to us within 14 days. Our sales staff have a wealth of knowledge about outdoor lighting and are always happy to help. If you have any queries, please give us call on +44 (0)2476 317022 or chat with us online.

Outdoor Lighting - Default Category Recommendations & Buying Advice

The best outdoor light depends on what you need it for. A wall lantern either side of the front door suits most homes, a bollard or spike light works well along a path, and a pendant or flush fitting under a covered porch adds a softer glow. Match the finish to your door hardware, check the IP rating suits its position, and choose warm white LEDs for a welcoming feel rather than a stark white light.

As a general rule, sheltered spots such as a covered porch need at least IP44, while anything exposed to direct rain, wind or splashing, like a wall light on an open elevation, should be IP65 or higher. Fittings rated IP20 to IP23 are for indoor use only and won't survive outside. If you're at all unsure which rating suits your spot, our team or a qualified electrician can confirm before you buy.

Yes. Salt air speeds up corrosion, so standard fittings can pit or discolour much faster than they would inland. Look for marine-grade materials such as 316 stainless steel, and keep the IP rating exposed-appropriate (IP65 or higher) for anything on an open wall or facing the sea. Rinsing fittings occasionally with fresh water helps too. Browse our coastal lighting collection for fittings built for this.

Start with fittings attached to the house, wall lights either side of doors and windows, or a ceiling light under a porch, all rated for outdoor use. From there, add bollards or spike lights along paths and borders, and use spotlights to pick out a tree or feature wall. Lighting further out in the garden, along a drive or hedgerow, usually means new cabling, so bring in a qualified electrician for that stage.

Fixed outdoor lighting, anything wired into your home's electrics rather than plugged in, should be installed by a qualified electrician. Outdoor circuits need cable rated for outdoor or underground use, weatherproof connections, and proper circuit protection. Low-voltage, plug-in garden lighting kits are generally simpler and safe to fit yourself. If you're at all unsure, always call in a qualified electrician to check or carry out the work.

A dusk-to-dawn light has a built-in photocell that switches it on automatically as light fades and off again at daybreak, useful for porches and paths you want lit all night. A PIR light uses a motion sensor and only comes on when it detects movement, which makes it better for security or anywhere you don't want a light on constantly. Some fittings combine both features.

Yes, LED is the best choice for outdoor lighting. They're cheaper to run than halogen or incandescent, which matters if a light is on dusk to dawn, and they last far longer, so you're not up a ladder changing bulbs on a cold, wet evening. LEDs also run cooler and come in a wide range of colour temperatures, from warm white for a welcoming glow to cool white for security lighting.

It depends entirely on the job the light is doing. A patio or porch light for atmosphere can be soft and warm, while a security floodlight over a driveway needs to be much brighter. Dimmable fittings or a two-stage PIR floodlight let you adjust brightness to the moment rather than fixing one level. Keep neighbours in mind too, a light angled well avoids sending glare through someone else's window.

KES stocks outdoor lighting from a wide range of brands, including Astro and several international manufacturers we're the official UK partner for, as part of our wider range of around 9,000 products. You'll find everything from classic coastal lanterns to sleek contemporary wall lights and floodlights. Use the filters on the collection page to narrow by brand, finish or IP rating.

KES is a family-run lighting specialist based in Warwickshire, with a large showroom and a team of lighting experts on hand by phone or email if you'd rather talk it through than choose online alone. We supply trade and retail customers, offer a price-match promise if you've seen a light cheaper elsewhere, and deliver across the UK. Delivery is free on mainland UK orders over £99.