Astro Taro Twin Adjustable Downlight - Matt White

With its white finish the Taro Twin Downlight will complement many styles of décor, whilst its two 35° tiltable light heads provide plenty of versatility for either general purpose or accent lighting.

An IP20 rating signifies zero protection against water, though you can install the Taro Twin Downlight into drier 'zone 3' areas of a bathroom. Please note that this is a Class 1 fitting, so it requires a connection to electrical earth during installation.

The main caveat when installing the Taro Twin Downlight is that it should have a roof space and not an occupied floor above it, as the latter would be incompatible with fire safety regulations. A fire rated single-light version of the Taro is available for installation on lower levels of a multi-storey building.

Also available from Lyco in the Taro range are single, double, triple, and quadruple light fittings in a brushed aluminium finish as well as this white one.

Fire-rating regulations

The Taro Twin Downlight - White is not fire-rated. If you are planning to install this product into a building or location that is governed by building regulations, you will also need to purchase and install an appropriate intumescent firehood in conjunction with it to retain the fire-rating integrity of the ceiling. If in doubt please consult your electrician / installer.

Bulb requirements

The Taro Twin Downlight takes a maximum 2x 50W GU10 halogen spotlights (sold separately).

Although halogen bulbs will be less expensive, equivalent LEDs will save you up to 90% in running costs and last 10 to 25 times longer. LED is particularly energy-efficient as a spotlight, since very little of its directional light spills outside of the beam.

Dimensions

The dimensions of the Taro Twin Downlight are:

• Length: 175mm
• Width: 92mm
• Depth: 85mm
• Cut-out: 155 x 75mm