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RECESSED LED GROUND LIGHT

minzabud · 2017-11-15 15:46:35

Any recommendations for GU10 ground fittings? heart broke with 10yr old lights taking in water. I have this type at the moment: http://www.ie.screwfix.com/masterlite-eden-outdoor-recessed-led-ground-light-warm-white-2-5w.html Thanks

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15-11-2017 4:46pm

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minzabud

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Any recommendations for GU10 ground fittings? heart broke with 10yr old lights taking in water.

I have this type at the moment:

http://www.ie.screwfix.com/masterlite-eden-outdoor-recessed-led-ground-light-warm-white-2-5w.html

Thanks

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#2 16-11-2017 9:46am
punisher5112

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Could you add silicone around them to give a bit more of a seal.

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#3 16-11-2017 4:04pm
minzabud

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Ive been patching them up for years, draining water out/ adding silicone/replacing bulb holders, time for a new fitting.

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#4 16-11-2017 5:04pm
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Go for a LED completely sealed unit.

You can get ones suitable for swimming pools which should be up to it.

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