The Gilson is a 615mm LED vanity light with the LED built in deeperthan the slim Foley and Arvin bars at 60mm high with an 80mm projection,and considerably brighter for its length.

1,270lm from 615mm

The comparable 600mm Foley gives 641lm; the Gilson gives1,270lm almost double, from the same 12W. If you want anarrow-vanity fitting that actually lights a face properly, this is the one in the range.

Deeper profile, more presence

At 60mm high it reads as a fitting rather than a line drawn on the wall. That suits a bathroomwhere the vanity light is meant to be seen and it is the wrong choice if you want the lightsource to disappear, in which case the 25mm Arvin is the alternative.

IP44 and 3CCT

Rated IP44 for splashing the requirement above a basin, with yourelectrician confirming the wiring zone. Colour temperature is set at installation across3000K, 4000K or 5000K; 4000K is usually rightover a mirror.

Where it works

• Above a vanity mirror where brightness matters more than a minimal profile.
• Ensuites and bathrooms without natural light.
• Mirrors around 700mm wide.
• Laundries needing a bright splash-rated fitting.

Specifying it

615mm wide, 60mm high, projecting 80mm, in aluminium andpolycarbonate. Built-in 12W LED giving 1,270lm.Not dimmable. 240V, IP44,ClassI an earth is required. Antique gold, black or chrome. Warranty isthree years.

Supplied and supported by Lights For You. Being non-dimmable and bright, give it its own switchrather than a shared dimmed circuit.

Questions

How bright is it?

1,270lm from 12W almost double the comparable 600mm Foley, which gives 641lm.

How does it compare to the Arvin?

The Gilson is deeper at 60mm high and reads as a fitting; the Arvin is 25mm and nearly disappears. Choose by whether you want the light seen.

Can it go in a bathroom?

Yes. It is IP44 protected against splashing. Your electrician confirms the wiring zone.

Which colour temperature should I choose?

4000K is usually right over a mirror. It is set at installation.

Do I need a globe?

No. The LED is built in and supplied.

Is it dimmable?

No. Give it its own switch.

What is the warranty?

Three years, as a replacement warranty.