Types of Outdoor Lighting

Outdoor lights are a simple but elegant way to highlight the features of your property and increase safety. Lights can add a level of sophistication to your landscape when done properly. This will boost the curb appeal of your home and the property value. Landscape lighting also acts as a theft deterrent. So, it is no surprise more homeowners each year are utilizing them around their property.

When embarking upon an outdoor lighting project, it can be difficult to know what light fixtures to choose from and where to place them. We have compiled a list of 7 fixtures and what they are used for below. Feel free to read the description of each before your landscape lighting installation.

• Step Lights: Step lights are just what they are named, lights that go on stairs. They go on the walls beside the stairs or on the vertical face of each stair. These lights help improve safety while going up or down stairs.

• Flood Lights: Flood lights are named that way because they flood an entire area with light. They are great for illuminating patios and driveways.

• String Lights: These are great for weaving through trees and putting over hardscapes. They provide a more subtle light. LED string lights have become popular because of their programmable colors.

• Garden Lights: Strategically place these lights around your garden to highlight your plants. Their light goes downward and spread over a small area. You will likely need several to highlight your garden properly.

• Up/Downlights: Uplights are great for highlighting statues, fountains, and hedges. They can really make those features look fantastic during the night.

• Spotlights: Spotlights are a general light that is versatile. They can vary in brightness and area coverage. They are often used to highlight statues, patios, ponds, walls, and plants.

• Bollard Lights: Bollard lights are posts with lights on the top of them. They shine in every direction and are used to illuminate walkways.