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Posts Tagged ‘patio lighting’

Making The Right Patio Lighting Decision

August 5th, 2010

When people are building a new home or going through a remodel on their existing home one of the things that is often overlooked is the outdoor lighting.  Patio lighting is very important and can significantly change the mood and atmosphere around your patio but many people simply install a one bulb basic light fixture and forget about it.  If more people paid attention to the type of patio lighting that they chose, they would get much more enjoyment out of their patio area.

Choosing the right patio light should be thought of as a decorating decision not just choosing a light fixture.  After all, the way you light up an area has a significant impact on the way you will feel in that particular area.  Think of the last time you were in a very  brightly lit area.  You where likely not as comfortable as you would be if you were in an area that had soft lighting in just the right places.  On the flip side of that think of the last time you were in an area that was very dimly lit.  You were likely not comfortable in that area as well.  Your comfort level can be significantly improved if you can take the time to light your patio properly.

One good alternative to a simple one light bulb fixture on your patio » Read more: Making The Right Patio Lighting Decision

Patio Lights: A Great Addition to your Home

March 26th, 2010

Lighting is essential to every portion of the home. The type and style of lighting can be basic or whimsical to add a sense of elegance or charm. The type of lighting should correspond with the remaining motif of the home. While lighting inside of the home should correspond with the inner decor, the same rule applies when it comes to exterior lighting. Patio lighting is a great addition to the home, adding the same charm and whimsy of traditional indoor lighting.

Patio lights comes in a variety of optional styles and colors. First, it is important to begin the initial search for patio lighting choices by corresponding the lighting with the amount of space and the function in which the lighting will have to accommodate. For those who are opting to light a simple flat dimension patio area, plug in park style lighting is available. This type of patio lighting mimics a traditional street lamp and provides the ability to be mobile. This is a simple style of lighting and can not only accommodate one dimensional places but almost every type of patio space.

Next, for those who have additional deck space then deck sconces are the best type of patio lights to enhance the space. These types of patio lighting are specially formulated for decks and add an air of ambiance and subtle lighting to the space without being overwhelming. These are easily installable and are easy to remove in the case of replacement or damages. Another incredibly innovative form of patio lighting is the LED umbrella light. Like traditional patio umbrellas, the same style is equally employed into the umbrella light, however, the umbrella contains lights that are on the inside of the umbrella and works by simply plugging the umbrella into a standard outlet. The umbrella lighting concept creates lighting on a deck or patio area without the hassles of installation or placement problems. » Read more: Patio Lights: A Great Addition to your Home

Beautiful Globe Patio Lights

March 24th, 2010

Globe patio lights are some of the most beautiful options out there.  They often come in bright or iridescent colors, and their round shapes are eye-catching and add to the magic atmosphere of a garden or patio.  Here are some of the best and most beautiful globe patio lights available online.

Prismatic Globe Patio Lights

These brightly colored lights are 6″ in diameter and come in a string of six different colors (purple, yellow, green, red, blue, and orange).  They have a ridged texture and are weatherproof.  With the ability to accept up to 60-watt bulbs, the Prismatic product is available online for around $80 before shipping.

Jewel Tone Globe Patio Lights

Averaging around $31, these globe lights measure 3¾” in diameter and come on a 21′ string.  The globes are made of break-resistant plastic and sport the bright colors of teal, fuchsia, and purple.  Two modes, steady glow or flashing, are available for customizing your lighting look; the lights are 120-volt and come with a two-year warranty.

Dayva International Light Spheres » Read more: Beautiful Globe Patio Lights

Different Types Of Outdoor Lighting

March 20th, 2010

Are you thinking about adding some flare to your outdoor areas around your house? If the answer to this question is yes then you have come to the right place, because today we are going to be talking about a couple of different types of outdoor lighting. The types that we are going to be talking about are outdoor sconces, outdoor chandeliers, and string lights. We will be going over the pros and cons of each light fixture as well as the best places to place them.

Our first light fixture the outdoor sconce is probably the most popular outdoor light that you will find around most modern homes. Sconces are great at adding mood to a situation with their indirect lighting. There is however some cons such as they require a few to light up a large central area, this can start to add up in the cost department. The best places to install outdoor sconces are in path ways, walk ways, doorways and entry ways.

The next light fixture that we are going to discuss is the chandelier more specifically outdoor chandeliers. These are somewhat new creations that have put a new twist on an old favorite. The pros to owning one of these are that you no longer have to worry about lighting up your outdoor patio or gazebo. The number one con to installing an outdoor chandelier » Read more: Different Types Of Outdoor Lighting