Quality Light Fittings

[thescullster]

Hi all

I am hoping to get fascias ands soffits sorted (by others) shortly.

The DIY bit will be replacing a couple of lights under an overhanging extended porch type roof.

Although they will be protected, the two replacement fittings will be exposed to the elements. Is there a supplier out there whose fittings don't start rusting and falling apart within a couple of years of installation?

I live at the top of a hill in East Yorkshire, but the place is pretty well shielded by surrounding properties.

Thanks

Phil

[thescullster]

Thanks Owain They look a bit utilitarian for my taste.

Phil

[thescullster]

Thanks SteveW

Made me and the Mrs laugh Many a true word etc.

Phil

[thescullster]

Thanks Adam

Will check them out

Phil

[spuorgelgoog]

Coughtrie.

Should see you out if properly installed.

Owain

[Steve Walker]

There are lots of plastic units these days that look just like painted metal ones. How well they last with sunlight I don't know - but what does that matter in Yorkshire ;)

SteveW

[The Natural Philosopher]

I bought some cheap 'antique lanterns' - they are made from anodised aluminium (black) with plastic (poly carb)? windows. After 18 years they are doing OK.

[ARW]

Loads at my wholesalers. I have texted you the details.

[Dave Plowman (News]

I've got some Lidl LED floodlights mounted on an outside wall, so totally exposed. Still look like new after more than a couple of years.

I'd expect anything from a reputable supplier to be at least as good. Have a look at what TLC supplies. Their stuff is generally decent quality.

[John]

By the time it / they are looking shabby you may fancy an update anyway.

[Peter Johnson]

I got some polycarbonate flood lights from them nearly 10 years ago and they are as good as new, apart from changing the compact florescent bulbs for leds a few weeks ago, but I suspect they may not comply with the OP's style criteria.

[Andrew May]

Astro Lighting have a 'Coastal' range that would probably fit the bill. Be warned though, they will not be as cheap as something from Screwfix.

[Andy Burns]

I had a search to see what local stockists there are, as wellmas John Lewis it turned up this electrical distributor, I'd never heard of them before

When I looked at the above website, I had to check with companies house that medlocks isn't a member of the kingfisher/screwfix group, I think you can safely say their web-designer was "inspired" by the SF site ...

[Dave Plowman (News]

I'd say something designed for the very worst weather might be a tad overkill where they are sheltered?

[Andrew May]

Well, the OP did say "the two replacement fittings will be exposed to the elements". He didn't specify to what extent.