Architectural and facade lighting in Clwyd
Architectural lighting uses LED wall washers, uplights, linear grazers and bollards to light a building's facade, entrance and landscaping after dark. We cover Clwyd, including Wrexham, Buckley and Deeside.
Architectural and facade lighting work in Clwyd
Facade lighting in Clwyd works best when it picks out the architecture rather than flooding the whole elevation.
What's included
- Entrance canopy and signage lighting
- Facade washing and grazing
- Timeclock and photocell control
- Planning-friendly specifications where consent is needed
Guide prices in Clwyd
Typical budgets for Clwyd, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED floodlight | £195 – £485 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| 6 m column with LED lantern | £775 – £1,455 | per column, incl. foundation and a moderate cable run |
| Scissor or boom lift hire | £145 – £290 | per day |
| Commercial electrician | £290 – £485 | per day |
Example: 10 LED floodlights washing a building facade, about £1,950 – £4,850 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in Clwyd
The Welsh Approved Document L Volume 2 (2022) uses 95 luminaire lumens per circuit-watt for general lighting, with alternatives such as LENI. A new Welsh edition takes effect from 4 March 2027 with a higher figure of more than 105.
Towns we cover in Clwyd
- Wrexham
- Buckley
- Deeside
- Colwyn Bay
- Flint
- Rhyl
- Hawarden
- Rhosllannerchrugog
- Prestatyn
- Brymbo
- Llandudno
- Betws-yn-Rhos
- Bro Machno
- Corwen
- Deganwy
- Denbigh
- Dolwyddelan
- Gresford
- Henryd
- Holywell
- Llanfairfechan
- Llangollen
- Llanrwst
- Mold
- Penmaenmawr
- Ruthin
- Saltney
- St Asaph
- Trefriw
Architectural and facade lighting FAQs for Clwyd
How are prices set in Clwyd?
Our guide prices are adjusted for regional labour costs. After a survey you get a fixed price for the agreed scope.
Which fire safety law applies in Clwyd?
The Regulatory Reform (Fire Safety) Order 2005 sets the duties of the person responsible for fire safety, including emergency lighting where escape routes need it.
Do I need planning permission for facade lighting?
Sometimes, particularly in conservation areas or where lighting is prominent. Check with your local planning authority before installing.