The Prestige Pro offers the consumer a choice of four colour temperatures, with a simple switch operation. This can be invaluable for consumers who are installing lighting for the first time. For example, realising after a few months that the very warm lighting originally specified was a nice idea, but not practical for the actual use of the space, does not have to result in a costly replacement of units. Instead, it’s simply a case of flicking a switch on the front of the unit.
For the installer, it also protects from unexpected rework. “Or, if the installer wants to show the immediate value of this feature,” “invite the consumer to compare the various colour temperature options as soon as the units are fitted. Give them the opportunity to see the different effects in their own space, so they can feel confident in their final decision.”
The Prestige Pro range also offers five different bezel finishes; in addition to the standard White, consumers can choose between Black, Brushed Chrome, and Polished Chrome and Brass. Bezels fit magnetically, so transforming the look of the unit, even once it is installed, could not be easier.
We’ve really enjoyed showcasing this new downlight to our customer base,” confirms Linger. “The 950 Lumen count, in particular, has really impressed customers; they are quite amazed to get so much out of a product at this price point.” The Prestige Pro downlight delivers a mighty 950 Lumens (118 Lumens per Watt) when set to 4,200K or 6,000K colour temperatures. The enhanced power of this product is really crucial in controlling the overall cost of the lighting installation. “The Prestige Pro may be more expensive per unit than other products that appear identical in lots of ways, be it size, colour temperature, ease of installation,”. “But as our product gives you up to 950lm output, compared to the ‘identical’ cheaper product, which maybe only gives you a 300lm output, the cost per lumen is actually quite a bit lower. And when you look at this in the actual space, the number of Prestige Pro units – and therefore the total cost – needed to achieve that same lighting effect is significantly less.”
The Prestige Pro downlight has undergone 30, 60 and 90-minute test conditions, as required by BS 476-21. “In each of these timed tests, the ceiling joist spacing and plasterboard will be configured differently, so it’s really important that the product has be certified to all three separately,” affirms Linger. “It’s not ok to presume that success at 90 minutes would guarantee 30 and 60 minutes.”
With a 50,000-hour lifetime, and a five-year warranty to boot, the Prestige Pro is clearly working hard for the consumer and the installer. For the electrical operation, the Prestige Pro has extra heroic qualities, as one product can cover four previous variants.