Backlit stone: what to decide before ordering

Define the lighting effect.

Use a reference to show whether you want a perimeter glow, illumination across the face or light passing through the material. These are different design intentions. Mark the viewing position and the room lighting conditions.

A glowing frame in a photograph does not establish that the stone itself is translucent. Ask what is producing the visible effect before choosing the construction.

Review the complete sample assembly.

Bring the actual material, thickness, finish, backing and proposed lighting together. Ask the lighting and fabrication teams to coordinate the sample so it represents the intended arrangement. Compare the appearance when the light is on and off.

Discuss colour, uniformity, visible supports, joints and the position of the light source. Do not transfer the result of a thin sample to a thicker or differently treated panel without review.

Keep maintenance access in the design.

Identify the electrical team, driver location, access route and replacement process. Have the responsible professionals resolve the electrical and site-specific installation requirements.

Keep the approved sample information with the drawing. If the material, backing or light changes, repeat the relevant review before the final assembly is approved.

Your checklist

Questions before the next step