UL Listing & IP Rating

When commissioning lighting for residential or commercial projects, you may encounter references to UL listing or IP ratings. These relate to safety testing and environmental protection standards.

Below is a simple explanation of what they mean and when they may be required.

UL Listing

UL (Underwriters Laboratories) is a US-based independent safety certification organisation.

A product that is UL-listed has been tested by UL and certified to meet specific US safety standards. The listing applies to a particular product model manufactured under controlled conditions, and the manufacturer is subject to ongoing inspection.

What this means in practice

  • Some US commercial projects require lighting to be UL-listed.

  • Certain municipalities or building inspectors may ask for UL certification.

  • Residential projects often do not require formal UL listing, but local codes vary.

Our approach

Our lights are not UL-listed as standard.

However:

  • We strive to wire our lights in accordance with UL standards when shipping to the United States.

  • We use UL-recognised components wherever possible, including cables, drivers and bulb holders.

  • Our work is carried out to a high professional standard by experienced technicians.

If your project absolutely requires fully UL-listed luminaires, we can arrange for the lights to be rewired and certified by a qualified US-based certification partner. This incurs additional cost and lead time.

If you are unsure whether UL listing is required for your project, we recommend speaking with your contractor, electrician, or local authority before placing your order.

IP Rating

IP (Ingress Protection) rating refers to how well a product is protected against:

  • Solid objects (such as dust)

  • Liquids (such as water)

An IP rating is shown as IP followed by two numbers, for example:

  • IP20 – Protected against solid objects larger than 12mm (standard indoor rating)

  • IP44 – Protected against splashing water

  • IP65 – Dust-tight and protected against water jets

When IP rating matters

You may require an IP-rated fitting for:

  • Bathrooms

  • Wet rooms

  • Outdoor installations

  • Spa or pool areas

  • Commercial environments

Your electrician will typically advise which rating is appropriate depending on the installation zone.

Our lights

Our lights are not IP-rated as standard.

However, many of our plaster and bronze designs can be supplied with appropriately rated internal components if required for bathroom or sheltered outdoor use. Suitability depends on the specific design and installation environment.

If you require an IP-rated solution, please contact us with details of:

  • The specific model

  • The intended location

  • Whether the installation is indoor, bathroom, or outdoor

  • The country of installation

We will advise what is possible.

Important Note

Electrical compliance requirements vary by country, region, and building type.

We always recommend that clients consult:

  • Their electrician

  • Their contractor

  • Their architect or lighting consultant

  • Local building control (where relevant)

before confirming requirements.

If you have any questions about certification or environmental suitability, we are always happy to discuss your project.