Business Details
30 Years
experience
Expert Art Lighting Solutions
Established in 1996, Raylight has pioneered innovative art lighting solutions for museums, historic buildings, and private residences globally. Our expertise lies in designing systems that harmonise functionality with aesthetic elegance, exemplified by the POWERAIL hanging and power distribution system and OPTIMA LED lighting range. Collaborating with architects and interior designers, we deliver bespoke lighting schemes that enhance art collections while maintaining architectural integrity. Our projects span award-winning heritage conversions, retail spaces, and stately homes, including installations at Kensington Palace and the Foundling Museum. With a commitment to technological excellence, we provide museum-quality lighting that reveals true colours through UV-free, energy-efficient LEDs.Our team's deep understanding of historic and contemporary environments ensures solutions that are both practical and visually unobtrusive. Recognised by industry leaders like the Association of Art Historians, we combine 28 years of experience with continuous innovation to redefine art illumination. Our UK-manufactured products, crafted from premium materials, offer seamless integration with diverse interior styles. By eliminating constraints of traditional electrical infrastructure, we empower clients to curate art dynamically while maintaining safety and precision. This dedication to advancing lighting design has solidified our reputation as specialists in art-centric illumination.
Services
POWERAIL System
OPTIMA LED Picture Lights
OPTIMA LED ArtSPOT
Lighting Design Consultation
Art Installation Lighting
Details
- Year established: 1996
Highlights and features
- 28 years of specialist experience in art lighting design
- Inventors of the revolutionary POWERAIL hanging and power system
- Suppliers to prestigious locations including Kensington Palace
- Develop museum-quality LED technology with zero UV emission
- Offer bespoke solutions for both historic and contemporary spaces
What people say
Delighted with the service
Brought our art to life
Most important lighting innovation
Works flawlessly
Classically elegant environment
Services
POWERAIL System
Innovative picture hanging and power distribution system enabling flexible art display. Eliminates constraints of fixed electrical points while maintaining structural integrity. Suitable for historic buildings and modern spaces requiring discreet illumination solutions.
OPTIMA LED Picture Lights
Precision-engineered LED lights for paintings with adjustable intensity and beam angles. Features UV-free illumination to protect artwork and low-profile design for seamless integration with various interior styles.
OPTIMA LED ArtSPOT
Versatile LED spotlights for sculptures, ceilings and architectural features. Offers interchangeable beam angles and multiple mounting options including integration with POWERAIL systems for cohesive lighting schemes.
People
Richard Youldon
Founder
Co-founder with 28 years' experience in art lighting design. Collaborates with architects to develop innovative solutions for historic and contemporary spaces, including award-winning heritage building conversions.
Gail Youldon
Founder
Co-founder instrumental in creating Raylight's signature products. Specialises in integrating technical precision with aesthetic considerations for art illumination in diverse environments including museums and private residences.
Questions
What makes Raylight's POWERAIL™ system unique?
POWERAIL™ combines picture hanging with low-voltage power distribution, allowing flexible art arrangement without visible wiring. Its precision engineering enables seamless integration with historic and modern interiors.
Do you provide lighting solutions for historic buildings?
Yes, we specialise in heritage projects. Our systems have been installed in listed buildings like Kensington Palace and Sir John Soane's Museum, preserving architectural integrity while optimising illumination.
What types of art lighting do you offer?
We offer OPTIMA™ LED Picture Lights for paintings, OPTIMA™ LED ArtSPOT for sculptures and ceilings, and the POWERAIL™ system for integrated hanging and lighting solutions.
Can your systems be used in private residences?
Yes, our solutions are suitable for both public institutions and private homes. The POWERAIL™ system is installed in many private residences and apartments across the UK.
How do your LED lights protect artwork?
Our Ultra-High CRI LEDs emit no UV or infrared radiation, preventing damage to sensitive artworks while accurately reproducing the artist's intended colour palette.
