Amerlux Unveils Industry-First Grid-to-Grid Cove Lighting System

Press Release from AMERLUX GLOBAL LIGHTING SOLUTIONS

Grid Cove Lighting Named a Top 10 Must-See at LEDucation and [d]arc Award Contender

OAKLAND, N.J., May 6, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Today, Amerlux launched Grid Cove, the industry's first-ever, fully integrated, out-of-the-box cove lighting system designed specifically for ACT grid ceilings. Unlike traditional solutions, the fixture itself forms the cove, eliminating the need for framing, drywall and on-site construction.

Traditionally seen as a luxury reserved for hard ceilings, Grid Cove allows cove lighting to be integrated into standard 2x2 or 2x4 grid ceiling systems, transforming standard commercial, retail and hospitality spaces into elegant environments without the expensive cost, mess or complexity of conventional cove lighting systems.

Grid Cove is already earning recognition in the design world. The fixture was named a Top 10 must-see at LEDucation 2025 and shortlisted for the prestigious [d]arc award.

"Grid Cove brings indirect lighting to spaces where it was once thought impossible, elevating grid ceilings from basic to breathtaking," said Chuck Campagna, President & CEO of Amerlux. "It's a cost-effective option for designers and builders seeking upscale aesthetics and the impact of drywall coves—delivered faster, at lower cost and with superior performance. We're thrilled to bring this innovative product to market."

What Makes Grid Cove Different

Campagna outlines five key features that distinguish Grid Cove from competitors and conventional cove lighting solutions:

Hassle-Free Installation: Grid Cove installs directly on standard 2x2 and 2x4 ACT ceiling grids—no framing, cutting, or spackling required. The fixture itself forms the cove, eliminating the need for traditional construction.
Precision Performance: Amerlux's proprietary wide asymmetric optics allow its Grid Cove lighting solution to deliver smooth, uniform illumination across ceilings and walls, achieving over 100 lumens per watt and meeting IES-recommended footcandles without supplemental lighting.
Cost-Effective Architecture: Grid Cove replicates the look of hand-built, drywall coves without the expense, labor or cleanup of custom construction.
Expanded Product Family: The architectural lighting collection also includes the Grid Cove Perimeter Wash, which mounts on the perimeter and provides a stunning wall wash effect, and the Grid Cove Wall Mount, a wall-mounted uplight with a sleek profile using the same optics as the Grid Cove.
Monolithic Aesthetic: Designed with top lighting designers, Grid Cove brings clean, uninterrupted lines and ceiling integration that look and feel cohesive and intentional.

Where to See Grid Cove in Action

To download spec sheets or explore installation details and real-world applications, visit www.amerlux.com for more information.

About Amerlux
Amerlux creates bold lighting solutions that add warmth and brilliance to the world. The design-and-manufacture company builds long-term relationships with architects, facility managers and lighting designers by taking every complex problem personally. Its award-winning portfolio includes innovative interior and exterior lighting products that deliver striking aesthetics, rich performance and sustainable, best-in-class energy efficiency. It all starts at the source—our 200,000-square-foot, state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Oakland, N.J., where investments in advanced engineering and green manufacturing have contributed to a double-digit decrease in our manufacturing energy use since 2023. For more information, visit Amerlux.com or call 973-882-5010.