Description
The Castrovido is a bathroom wall light that pairs a pebble-shaped chrome backplate with a white globe shade, held on a short chrome holder. The body is steel with a bright chrome finish. The shade is matt opal glass, which spreads light softly and evenly. It measures 23.5cm in length, 21.5cm in width and 15.5cm in height. The light source is a G9 bulb at 4.2W, giving 320lm. With an IP44 rating it is protected from splashing water, so it can sit on a bathroom wall where an ordinary indoor light could not.
We find it works best beside a bathroom mirror. A pair, one on either side of the glass, gives even light across the face for shaving, make-up and the everyday routine. The rounded backplate catches the glow and reflects it onto the wall, while the globe keeps the light gentle rather than harsh. Chrome sits comfortably with chrome taps and towel rails, so it ties in with most bathrooms. It suits en-suites, family bathrooms and cloakrooms alike. As with any wired-in mains light, it is installed by a qualified electrician, and in a bathroom a qualified electrician will confirm the right zone.
There is no switch on the light itself. It is controlled from the wall switch, which keeps the backplate clean and uncluttered. Steel is strong and rigid, so the body holds its shape, and the packed weight is 1.127KG. It runs on 220-240V, 50/60Hz mains and has an energy class of E. The installation instructions are available as a download. Glass wipes clean with a soft, damp cloth. Chrome shows water marks readily, so a quick pass with a dry cloth keeps it bright in a steamy room.
Specification
| Length |
23.5cm |
| Width |
21.5cm |
| Height |
15.5cm |
| Body Material |
Steel |
| Body Colour |
Chrome |
| Shade Material |
Matte-opal glass |
| Shade Colour |
White |
| Light Source |
G9 (bulb included) |
| Wattage |
4.2W |
| Lumens |
320lm |
| Switch |
None (switched at the wall) |
| IP Rating |
IP44 |
| Protection Class |
Class II |
| Voltage |
220-240V, 50/60Hz |
| Energy Class |
E |
| Weight (packed) |
1.127KG |
Downloads
Installation Instructions (PDF)
Frequently Asked
Can the Castrovido go in a bathroom?
Yes. It carries an IP44 rating, so it is protected from splashing water, and a qualified electrician will confirm the right zone in your bathroom.
What bulb does the Castrovido take?
It takes a G9 bulb. The light source is 4.2W and gives 320lm, and the matt opal glass shade softens it into an even glow.
How big is the Castrovido wall light?
It measures 23.5cm in length, 21.5cm in width and 15.5cm in height, with a packed weight of 1.127KG.
Does the light have its own switch?
No, there is no switch on the light itself. It is switched at the wall, so it turns on and off with your room's light switch.
What finish is the Castrovido?
The steel body has a bright chrome finish and the globe shade is white matt opal glass, so it sits well beside chrome taps and accessories.
How do I clean the chrome and glass?
Wipe the glass with a soft, damp cloth, then dry the chrome with a clean cloth, as chrome shows water marks readily in a steamy bathroom.