Living near the coast has plenty of advantages, but salt air, moisture, wind and changing weather conditions can be demanding on outdoor lighting. The Astro Coastal lighting range has been developed for properties in coastal locations and other challenging outdoor environments. Rather than compromising on appearance, the collection combines durable materials with the clean, understated design for which Astro Lighting is known.

From minimalist concrete wall lights to contemporary fittings in brushed stainless steel, brass and gunmetal, the range includes options for both modern and traditional properties.

Why Choose Dedicated Coastal Lighting?

Standard outdoor lighting may be weather-resistant, but that does not necessarily make it suitable for prolonged exposure to salt-laden air. Products in Astro’s Coastal collection are designed for installation within five miles, or eight kilometres, of the coast, as well as in other demanding outdoor environments.

The range includes wall lights, surface-mounted downlights, ground lights and adjustable garden spotlights. This gives homeowners more freedom when planning an exterior lighting scheme without being limited to purely functional designs.

Simple and Considered Design

Astro’s approach to exterior lighting is based on simple shapes, restrained detailing and practical light distribution. Many fittings sit close to the wall or ceiling, helping them blend naturally into the architecture during the day. At night, carefully directed beams can wash light across textured walls, define an entrance or provide useful illumination along a pathway.

Several designs in the Coastal range use replaceable GU10 lamps. This allows the colour temperature, brightness and dimming performance to be selected to suit the project, provided a compatible lamp is used.

Astro Mast Light Coastal

The Astro Mast Light Coastal is a compact wall light with a simple cylindrical form. It directs light downwards, producing a controlled pool of illumination that can highlight an exterior wall while helping people navigate entrances, terraces and pathways.

Its concealed light source helps to reduce glare, making Mast particularly effective when several fittings are positioned at regular intervals along a wall.

The Mast Light Coastal is available in a wide selection of finishes:

• Charcoal concrete
• Grey concrete
• Terracotta concrete
• White concrete
• Gloss glazed black
• Gloss glazed white

The concrete versions add texture and an architectural feel, while the glazed finishes create a smoother and more polished appearance. This makes it possible to coordinate the fitting with materials including pale render, natural stone, brickwork and dark timber cladding.

The Mast Light Coastal is IP44 rated and uses one replaceable GU10 LED lamp. A twin version is also available for customers who prefer both upward and downward illumination.

Astro Brixham Wall Twin

For a more decorative wash of light, the Astro Brixham Wall Twin projects illumination both upwards and downwards.

Its compact rectangular body and clean edges give it a modern architectural appearance without making the fitting overly dominant. The two-directional beam works especially well on rendered walls, brickwork and textured stone, where the light can bring out the character of the surface after dark.

The Brixham Wall Twin is available in four concrete finishes:

• Grey concrete
• White concrete
• Terracotta concrete
• Charcoal concrete

Grey and charcoal work well with contemporary exteriors, while white concrete can blend gently into pale walls. Terracotta introduces a warmer, earthier tone that pairs particularly well with brick, clay paving and natural landscaping.

The fitting is IP44 rated and uses two replaceable GU10 LED lamps. A single-light Brixham version is also available for projects that only require downward illumination.

Astro Ava 300 Coastal

The Astro Ava 300 Coastal offers a different interpretation of the traditional up-and-down wall light.

Its tall cylindrical shape creates a slim and precise feature on the wall, while light is projected from both ends of the fitting. The resulting symmetrical effect works particularly well beside front doors, garage entrances, garden rooms and contemporary extensions.

Ava Coastal is available in a selection of premium metal finishes, including:

• Brushed stainless steel
• PVD brushed brass
• Sold brass
• PVD brushed gunmetal

Brushed stainless steel has a cool and understated appearance that complements modern glazing, metalwork and grey exterior finishes.

PVD brushed brass provides a warmer and more decorative contrast, while PVD brushed gunmetal offers a darker option for bold contemporary exteriors.

Astro describes its PVD (Physical Vapour Deposition) finishes as providing a harder-wearing surface with improved resistance to heat, scratches and corrosion. This makes PVD finishes particularly well suited to coastal environments, helping them retain their premium appearance for years to come.

The Ava 300 Coastal uses two replaceable GU10 LED lamps. Selected versions are also IP65 rated, although the individual product specification should always be checked before purchase.

Astro Kos Round 140 Coastal

Outdoor lighting does not have to be limited to wall-mounted fittings. The Astro Kos Round 140 Coastal is a surface-mounted downlight designed as an alternative to a recessed fitting.

Its simple cylindrical shape is ideal for exterior ceilings where there is not enough space to install a recessed downlight. Suitable locations may include porches, covered entrances, balconies and sheltered terraces.

The Kos Round 140 Coastal is available in:

• Charcoal concrete
• Terracotta concrete
• White concrete
• Grey concrete

These finishes make it easy to coordinate Kos with concrete versions of the Mast and Brixham wall lights, creating a consistent lighting scheme across walls and ceilings.

The Kos Round 140 Coastal is IP44 rated, ceiling mounted and uses one replaceable GU10 LED lamp.

Choosing the Right Finish

The best finish will depend on the materials and colours already used around the property.

Grey and charcoal concrete work particularly well with contemporary render, slate, anthracite window frames and darker cladding.

White concrete can blend into pale render or provide a clean contrast against brick and timber.

Terracotta concrete introduces warmth and suits red brick, natural stone, clay paving and Mediterranean-inspired gardens.

Brushed stainless steel provides a neutral metallic finish for modern properties, while PVD brushed brass adds warmth and a more decorative feel.

PVD brushed gunmetal provides a darker alternative for bold and contemporary exterior designs.

Using the same finish throughout the property can create a coordinated result. Alternatively, different fittings can be linked through a shared material or colour family, such as combining charcoal concrete wall lights with dark metal door furniture.

Astro’s Coastal Warranty

Astro offers a ten-year warranty on products in its Coastal collection, except fittings containing integral LEDs or drivers, which are covered by its standard three-year warranty.

Warranty conditions should always be checked against the individual product before purchase, particularly when combining replaceable-lamp and integrated LED fittings within the same project.

Explore Astro Coastal Lighting

Astro’s Coastal range shows that outdoor lighting for demanding environments does not need to look purely functional.

With carefully controlled light effects, architectural shapes and finishes ranging from tactile concrete to brushed brass and gunmetal, the collection provides plenty of choice for entrances, exterior walls, covered terraces and garden areas.

Explore the Astro Lighting collection at Downlights Direct to find a design and finish that complements your property.

Outdoor lighting must be correctly positioned, wired and sealed to maintain its stated protection rating. Installation should be completed by a qualified electrician.