Since 1968
Lighting is what we do — all we do.
A family-run, independent London specialist. Two working showrooms, thousands of lights on live display, and a design team who'll see a project through from first sketch to final fix.
1968
Founded in Wandsworth
2
London showrooms
1000+
Lights on live display
In-house
Lighting design team
Our story
Genuine knowledge, not a catalogue counter.
Mr Resistor opened in Wandsworth in 1968 and has stayed independent and family-run ever since. Over five decades we've grown from a local electrical shop into one of London's best-known lighting specialists — decorative, architectural and commercial — with our own controls and design expertise.
What hasn't changed is the hands-on approach. We stock the brands designers trust, we keep them on live display so you can see the light before you buy, and we care about every project — whether it's a single pendant or a whole hotel.
What we're known for
Decorative & architectural
Downlights, pendants, track and trimless detail from the brands specifiers rely on.
Browse lighting →Controls & dimming
Wise Controls, Lutron and smart systems — specified, supplied and supported.
Explore controls →Lighting design
A dedicated team to plan schemes, drawings and specifications for your project.
Our design service →See it lit before you buy.
Our Wandsworth and Fulham showrooms have thousands of fittings on working display, with free parking at Wandsworth and a design team on hand.