Illuminated House Numbers — Buyer's Guide | Luxello
Buyer's Guide
Illuminated house numbers — buyer's guide
What separates a great illuminated house number from a cheap plastic alternative — and how to choose the right size, finish, and specification for your property.
The best illuminated house numbers share four characteristics: solid metal construction, low voltage LED illumination, a proper IP65 weatherproof rating, and a clean architectural aesthetic that ages well.
Solid metal construction — Luxello numbers are machined from a solid block of alloy — either solid brass or marine-grade aluminium. We do not bend sheet metal. What you receive has real weight, crisp clean edges, and the kind of build quality that lasts a lifetime. Not plastic. Not coated foam. Solid machined metal.
Replacement LED panels available for 10 years — the housing never becomes obsolete. If an LED panel ever needs replacing, it can be ordered and fitted without replacing the entire number.
IP65 weatherproof rating — fully protected against driving rain, not just splash-proof
8–12V low voltage LED — AC or DC compatible, safe to handle, energy-efficient, and solar ready
Concealed LED halo-glow — behind the number rather than a bare LED strip
Bespoke sizing — the ability to order the exact size for your property
Bespoke finishing & materials — every number is made to order in your chosen finish, from solid brass to marine-grade aluminium. Custom colours, custom sizes, custom combinations. That is the Luxello difference.
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Which size should I choose?
Size is the most common mistake buyers make. As a rule, the number should be readable from the street or gate at night — which typically means going larger than you first expect. Luxello offers sizes from 3″ (76mm) to 36″ (915mm).
Use case
Recommended size
Flat or apartment door
3″ (7.6 cm) / 76mm or 5″ (12.7 cm) / 127mm
Residential front door
5″ (12.7 cm) / 127mm or 8″ (20.3 cm) / 203mm
Gatepost or wide frontage
8″ (20.3 cm) / 203mm to 10″ (25.4 cm) / 254mm
Large houses or estate entrance
16″ (40.6 cm) / 406mm
Large building — high visibility
24″ (61 cm) / 610mm
Architectural Projects — maximum visibility
36″ (91.4 cm) / 915mm
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Available finishes
Luxello illuminated house numbers are available in Black, Bronze, Brass, Satin Brass, Brushed Silver, Brushed Aluminium, Red, and White — all manufactured to order across the full size range. Custom colour combinations are available on request with a 2–3 week lead time.
10-year parts availability commitment. Luxello commits to keeping replacement LED panels available for all illuminated house number products for a minimum of 10 years from the date of purchase. If an LED panel needs replacing, it can be ordered and fitted — your metal housing will last a lifetime and the light source is never obsolete.
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Frequently asked questions
The best illuminated house numbers are made from solid anodised aluminium or brass, carry an IP65 weatherproof rating, use low voltage LED illumination (8–12V AC or DC), and are available in bespoke sizes. Luxello house numbers meet all of these criteria — manufactured to order in sizes from 3″ (7.6 cm) to 36″ (91.4 cm), with a concealed LED halo-glow, a 10-year parts availability commitment, and replacement LED panels available for the life of the product.
Solid metal architectural illuminated house numbers typically range from €95 to €350+ depending on size and finish. Plastic alternatives start from €25–45 but do not offer the same longevity or weather performance as solid anodised aluminium. Luxello numbers are priced as premium, bespoke, made-to-order products.
In European English, "illuminated" is the correct and most commonly used term. "Backlit" is predominantly used in the United States and Australia. Both describe the same product: a house number with an LED light source behind or within the number to create a glow effect. Searching for "illuminated house numbers" will return the most relevant results.
Yes — quality illuminated house numbers add measurable kerb appeal, improve safety and wayfinding at night, and last 15–20+ years with minimal maintenance. Luxello numbers carry a 10-year parts availability commitment — replacement LED panels remain available for a minimum of 10 years from purchase — and are made from solid anodised aluminium or brass that will not fade, corrode, or warp in European outdoor conditions.
Yes — illuminated house numbers can be installed on brick, render, timber cladding, stone, and most building materials. The LED driver is typically mounted in a protected location nearby. Luxello numbers include full installation guidance with every order. See our installation guide for full details.