A sculptural light in a hotel lobby or over a restaurant bar is part of the brand. It also has to survive a cleaning rota, fit a ceiling grid and arrive before opening night. This is the checklist we would run through with you.
1. Colour to the scheme
Every U· piece is painted to order, so the colour comes from your scheme, not from a catalogue. Any RAL Classic or RAL Design code costs the same, with no minimum. If the scheme starts from a fabric, a paint or a tile, send it to us and we propose the nearest RAL. We post painted samples, so the decision happens in your own light. Pendants over a long table, wall lights along a corridor and lamps for every room can all be ordered together in one colour.
2. Light quality
- Colour rendering. CRI measures how faithfully a light source shows the colours of objects. Above 80 is considered generally accurate. Every U· piece is CRI 90+, which matters when food, skin and materials are on show.
- Colour temperature. The lower the kelvin, the warmer the light. U·013, U·021 and U·037 are 2000K, an ultra-warm white; the table lamps and pendants are 2700K, warm white.
- Dimming. Every U· piece is dimmable. Use a dimmer suitable for LED lighting, and ask us if you are not sure which.
- Glare. The pendants hide a diffuser inside, so the source is never visible from a seat.
3. Where it can go: IP20
IP ratings come from the standard EN 60529. The first digit rates protection against solid objects, the second against water. IP20 means protected against objects larger than 12.5 mm, such as fingers, with no protection against water. In practice, U· pieces belong in dry indoor spaces: dining rooms, lobbies, corridors, guest rooms and bars. Not on terraces or in wet areas, and in bathrooms only outside the zones where local wiring rules require a higher rating.
4. Mounting, power and weight
| Piece | Type | Size (W × D × H) | Mounting and power | Weight |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| U·013 | Wall light | 27 × 9 × 35 cm | Surface-mounted; hardwired or 2 m plug-in cord | 2.3 kg |
| U·016 | Table lamp | 27 × 16 × 47 cm | 2 m power cord | 6.2 kg |
| U·018 | Table lamp | 31 × 15 × 36 cm | 2 m power cord | 5.3 kg |
| U·021 | Ambient lamp | 25 × 8 × 28 cm | 2 m power cord | 3.2 kg |
| U·037 | Ambient lamp | 20 × 9 × 47 cm | 2 m power cord | 3.6 kg |
| U·039 | Pendant | 49 × 17 × 13 cm | 2 m suspension, adjustable on site | 3.6 kg |
| U·044 | Pendant | 65 × 17 × 13 cm | 2 m suspension, adjustable on site | 4.8 kg |
| U·048 | Pendant | 31 × 19 × 15 cm | 2 m suspension, adjustable on site | 3.1 kg |
All run on 220-240 V. Pendants and hardwired wall lights are installed by a qualified electrician, on fixings that carry the weight above. For pendant heights and spacing over tables and bars, see what size pendant to choose.
5. Quantities and rhythm
Sculptural pieces work best in repeats. U·048 pendants read well in staggered pairs and trios over a bar or a counter. U·013 wall lights are at their best in pairs. U·039 and the longer U·044 pair naturally over a long table. Quantities run from a single piece to a full project. For a statement wall, the Aureole Sun V1, V2 and V3, about 66 to 97 cm across in quartz sand, are made on request.
6. Documents for your schedule
On every U· piece page, for the colour you choose:
- Spec sheet (PDF) in any RAL code, with current prices including and excluding IVA.
- Drawings (PDF and PNG) with dimensions.
- Image pack (ZIP) for presentations.
- FF&E data (CSV), one row per piece and colour.
- 3D files on request.
Save pieces and colours to a project list as you go, then export it as a PDF schedule or CSV, share it with a link, or send it to us for a trade quote.
7. Lead times and terms
- Lead times. U· pieces are made to order in 4-6 weeks. Aureole Sun VXS are in stock and dispatched within 5 working days. Larger and sand pieces are confirmed on enquiry. Expedited shipping is available on request.
- Trade terms. Quotes are valid for 30 days, prices exclude VAT, made-to-order work starts with a 50% deposit, delivery is FCA València or DAP, and manufacturing defects are covered for 3 years. See the trade terms.
- Outside Europe. Our lamps are made for 220-240 V and EU rules. For projects outside Europe, ask us about local certification.
Cleaning in a busy space
Brief housekeeping before opening. Disconnect the power, then dust with a soft, dry or slightly damp cloth. No solvents, abrasives, polishes or sprays, which rules out the usual spray-and-wipe routine. Keep pieces away from radiators, heaters and direct sun behind glass: PLA softens at around 55-60 °C. More in caring for a high-gloss piece.
Questions
Do you supply hotels, restaurants and bars?
Yes. Trade pricing, quantities and lead times on request. Send us the project, or a project list built on the site, to info@rollostudio.com.
Is there a minimum order for a custom colour?
No. A single piece can be painted in any RAL code, at the same price and with no extra lead time.
Can U· lights go outdoors or in a bathroom?
Not outdoors: they are IP20, for dry indoor spaces. In bathrooms, only outside the zones where local wiring rules require a higher IP rating.
Can we see the pieces and colours first?
Yes. Painted colour samples in any code, quartz sand sample packs, and the studio and showroom in Valencia by appointment.
What dimmer should we use?
One suitable for LED lighting. Ask us if you are not sure which.
Sources CRI and colour temperature, Buildings · IP ratings explained, Alert Electrical
