Navigator Palaemon North Bulkhead Wall Light - Satin Nickel

Satin Nickel for a Cooler Coastal Look

Not every coastal home wants warm brass tones on the wall, and that is where this finish comes in. The Palaemon North Bulkhead in satin nickel keeps the same nautical eyelid shape but wraps it in a cool, brushed metal surface that sits comfortably against render, grey stone or contemporary cladding. It is the quieter, more understated option in the range, built for homes that lean modern rather than heritage.

How It Works

Under that brushed surface is the same solid brass body used across the Palaemon North range, fitted with a clear ribbed prismatic glass diffuser that softens the light rather than letting it glare directly. The fixture is IP64 rated against water splashed from any direction, and it takes a single E27 (ES) lamp up to 18W, with dimmable bulbs supported for those who want to adjust the mood. Cabling enters via a side gland or through the rear of the fitting, with a brass blanking plate included to seal off whichever route you do not use, and a conduit adaptor is available separately if needed.

Where It Works Best

Satin nickel suits newer coastal builds, seaside apartments and any exterior finished in render, stone or grey and black detailing, where a warm brass tone would compete rather than complement. Set against the raw brass Palaemon North, this finish stays visually constant rather than developing a patina, and against the antique brass version it reads distinctly cooler and more contemporary rather than aged and bronzed. Within the broader Navigator collection, the eyelid form of the North Bulkhead gives this fixture a slightly softer outline than the range's round porthole styles, while the nickel finish keeps it feeling current.

Good To Know

• Material: solid brass body with a prismatic ribbed glass diffuser
• Finish: satin nickel, a cool, brushed tone that resists visible patina
• Dimensions: approximately 210mm wide by 130mm high
• IP rating: IP64, suitable for exposed exterior and coastal walls
• Lamp: 1 x E27 (ES), maximum 18W, dimmable with a compatible bulb (lamp not included)
• Cable entry: side gland or rear entry, brass blank included, conduit adaptor sold separately
• Warranty: 2 years

Questions People Ask

Will the satin nickel finish tarnish like brass does outdoors?
No. Unlike the raw brass option, satin nickel is designed to hold its cool, brushed appearance over time rather than developing a patina, which suits anyone who wants a consistent look year after year.

What bulb should I use in the Palaemon North Bulkhead?
It takes one E27 (Edison screw) lamp up to 18W. The lamp is not included, so you are free to choose warm white, cool white or a dimmable option depending on the setting.

Does satin nickel suit a modern coastal exterior?
Yes, its cool, understated tone was chosen to complement render, grey stone and contemporary cladding, making it a popular choice for newer builds along the coast.

210mm Width x 130mm Height

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