Hospitality lighting in South Glamorgan
Hospitality lighting uses dimmable, layered LED lighting to create atmosphere in restaurants, bars, cafés and hotels while keeping kitchens, back-of-house and escape routes properly lit. We cover South Glamorgan, including Cardiff, Barry and Penarth.
Hospitality lighting work in South Glamorgan
Restaurants and bars in South Glamorgan usually want warm, dimmable light front of house and bright, cleanable fittings in the kitchen.
We work around service in South Glamorgan venues, often between the last sitting and the next morning's deliveries.
What's included
- Emergency lighting that blends into the interior
- Installation around service hours
- External signage and terrace lighting
- Warm, dimmable pendants, downlights and LED strip
Guide prices in South Glamorgan
Typical budgets for South Glamorgan, supplied and installed, excluding VAT. Your fixed price follows a free survey.
| Item | Guide budget (ex VAT) | Basis |
|---|---|---|
| LED panel (600×600) | £50 – £145 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| DALI dimming and control | £50 – £145 | per luminaire, on top of the fitting |
| Emergency luminaire or exit sign | £60 – £145 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
| LED floodlight | £195 – £485 | per fitting, supplied and fitted |
Example: 30 dimmable LED fittings with DALI control in a restaurant, about £2,900 – £8,750 excluding VAT.
Rules that apply in South Glamorgan
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 South Glamorgan
Hospitality lighting FAQs for South Glamorgan
What energy rules apply to new lighting in South Glamorgan?
The Welsh Approved Document L sets the efficiency that new lighting in South Glamorgan must meet. We check fittings against it at design stage and keep the evidence for building control.
Which towns in South Glamorgan do you cover?
All of South Glamorgan, including Cardiff, Barry and Penarth. See the towns list on this page for local pages.
Can LED be dimmed smoothly for a restaurant?
Yes, with compatible drivers and controls. DALI or quality phase dimming gives smooth dimming without flicker.
What about the kitchen?
Kitchens need bright, even, cleanable lighting. We use sealed LED fittings rated for the environment.
Related services in South Glamorgan
- Lighting controls
- Commercial lighting design
- Emergency lighting installation
- Architectural and facade lighting