Description
The Hull Guard is an outdoor pendant light made from solid brass in a raw brass finish, hung on a chain. Its clear ribbed glass sits inside a brass guard of hoops and uprights, so the glass is shielded from knocks, and a stepped brass hood with a wide brim crowns the top. The lantern is 16cm across and 23cm tall, and it weighs 1.91KG. It is rated IP54, which means it is protected against dust and water splashing from any direction: the right choice for an outdoor spot under a roof rather than one open to the weather.
The maker describes it as designed for sheltered outdoor use and suggests porches, covered entrances and other sheltered spaces, so picture it hanging in a porch over the front door or under a covered entrance. The maker says it takes its influence from traditional hanging marine lights, and that this maritime influence shows in the materials, designs and even the names of its range. The raw brass, the protective cage and the ribbed glass give it the look of a ship's lantern, which suits a coastal cottage or any house that wants a nautical welcome at the door.
Solid brass darkens and mellows outdoors. The lantern comes with a matching chain and ceiling cup, and the chain can be shortened so the overall height runs from 83cm down to 40cm, which means a low porch ceiling is no obstacle. The maker says the cable connection is made at the top rose. It takes one E27 (ES) lamp of up to 18W, and the lamp is not included, so pick one up alongside it. As a mains light, it should be installed by a qualified electrician. Before fitting day, measure from your ceiling to where you want the bottom of the lantern to sit, so you know the drop you need.
Specification
| Finish |
Raw Brass |
| Material |
Solid Brass |
| Diffuser |
Clear Ribbed Glass |
| Lamp |
1 x E27 (ES) 18W Max (Lamp Not Included) |
| IP Rating |
IP54 |
| Diameter |
16cm |
| Lantern Height |
23cm |
| Max Height Including Chain |
83cm |
| Min Height With Chain Shortened |
40cm |
| Chain Length |
50cm |
| Weight |
1.91KG |
| Supply |
230V ~ 50Hz |
| Protection Class |
Class I |
| Certification |
CE & UKCA |
| Country of Origin |
Greece |
| Manufacturer's Warranty |
2 Years |
Downloads
Installation Instructions (PDF)
Frequently Asked
Can the Hull Guard hang outside, fully exposed?
It is rated IP54, which protects it against dust and water splashing from any direction. The maker describes it as designed for sheltered outdoor use, so we would hang it in a porch or under a covered entrance where a roof gives it cover.
What lamp does the Hull Guard take?
It takes one E27 (ES) lamp of up to 18W. The lamp is not included, so choose one when you order the lantern, and it can be replaced whenever it fails.
How big is the lantern?
The lantern is 16cm across and 23cm tall, and it weighs 1.91KG, a compact size for a porch or a covered entrance.
How far does it hang from the ceiling?
It comes with a matching chain and ceiling cup. At full length the overall height is 83cm, and shortening the chain reduces it to 40cm for a lower porch ceiling.
Will the raw brass change colour outdoors?
The Hull Guard is made from solid brass in a raw brass finish, and solid brass as a material darkens and mellows outdoors over the years, which is part of the appeal of a brass lantern.
Is the glass protected?
Yes. The clear ribbed glass sits inside a brass guard of hoops and uprights, which the maker says protects the diffuser and lends the lantern its sturdy look.