Varilight

Varilight, British manufacturer of dimmers, switches and decorative sockets

Varilight is a brand of decorative electrical accessories operating under Doyle & Tratt Products Ltd. Its catalogue focuses on dimmers, switches, sockets and wiring accessories, with an offering organised into ranges that combine finishes and construction profiles. The company presents itself as a British manufacturer and sells both through distributors and wholesalers and through online resellers.

Ranges and finishes in the catalogue

The offering is structured into several product families: Smart Products, Essential, Classic, Raised Profile, Urban Vogue, Ultraflat, Flat Plate Screwless, Low Profile, Urban Screwless, Primed Paintable, Varilight Value, PowerGrid, DataGrid, Bespoke, Lily, Freestyle, Kilnwood Solid Wood, Cu29 Raw Copper, Part M High Contrast, European Fixed Range, European VariGrid Range and Matrix System. This organisation allows choosing between different mounting profiles, from flat screwless plates to raised models, as well as options in solid wood, raw copper and paintable versions.

Dimmers and lighting control

Within the dimmer section, the catalogue includes the V-Pro, V-Pro Multiway, V-Pro Micro In-line Dimmer Packs, V-Pro Multi-Point, V-Pro Smart Wi-Fi Dimmers, V-Com, V-Dim, F-Series (1-10V control), Dummy Dimmers, Grid Dimmers and replacement modules for the Matrix system. The company publishes a dimmer selection guide and a compatibility guide by lighting type, as well as wiring diagrams and data sheets.

Switches, sockets and wiring accessories

The switches and sockets section covers architrave switches, impulse switches, momentary switches, sockets with USB, V-Pro Smart Wi-Fi sockets, PowerGrid and DataGrid modules, lever and toggle switch modules, and transformers. Switch modules and wiring accessories are also offered to complete installations.

Modular systems and bespoke solutions

Varilight sells modular systems such as PowerGrid, DataGrid and Matrix System, which allow combining modules and configuring plates according to the needs of each installation. The Bespoke range targets customised solutions, while the Primed Paintable line is designed for on-site painted finishes. The company also offers products from the Part M High Contrast series, aimed at visual contrast requirements.

Technical documentation and support

The site brings together data sheets, instruction leaflets, wiring diagrams, a compatibility guide by lighting type, a dimmer selection guide, a glossary of product terms and a frequently asked questions section. The company has a support ticket system and a customer service department. It also publishes technical and installation videos, and maintains a catalogue of smart products within its offering.

Distribution and sales

The company has a network of international distributors and stockists in the United Kingdom, and offers online purchasing through resellers. For UK trade sales enquiries, the site indicates a specific email address for trade sales. The company is registered with company registration number 1158034 and its registered office is at Carylls Lea, Faygate, West Sussex.

Guarantee and awards

Varilight declares a lifetime guarantee on its products and presents itself as a Queen's Award winner. It also maintains sections on quality, environment and ethical trading, and publishes customer testimonials.

Location and contact

Carylls Lea, Faygate, West Sussex, RH12 4SJ