Apart from having good furniture, garden, and patio floor, you need to invest in good outdoor lighting. Colored bulbs, accent lights, and other customized lights will bring an entirely new appearance to your outdoor environment. With good lighting, you can convert your patio into a pleasant venue for dates, a few relaxed moments with your friends, or just a place where you recollect the day's event in a cool undisturbed atmosphere.
To help you improve your outdoor lighting, we will point you to the most recent trends in outdoor lighting, as well as provide practical tips to light your outdoors.
Lighting Colors
Most probably, you want to have a certain theme that will go well with the lighting. For instance, if you were after a traditional theme, you wouldn't need flashing lights or lights with very bright colors. Besides, having so many lights wouldn't be appropriate since traditionally people used flames and candles.
On the other hand, a homeowner who opts for contemporary theme on their deck would look for multicolored or very bright lights that match well with their furniture. Blue lights are a popular trend but that does not necessarily mean that one is limited to only one option. Other colors to choose from include green, orange, pink or purple depending on your preference.
The purpose of the deck will also guide you towards the most appropriate color. For instance, one with a romantic theme in their plans will probably select yellow lights or maybe replace the bulbs with candles.
The benefits of customized lights
Are you going to have some background music play while you relax on the deck? It's probably time you start checking out the trendy music lights that dance to the beats and notes of a song. Although this kind of light does not appeal to everyone especially when one is stressed, they do come in handy whenever you organize a party, a dance on your own weird frenzy. In most cases these should only be used on special occasions and you will probably need another set of lighting to grace your patio in ordinary situations.
Another type of customized lights is one that changes color after every few minutes. They are stylish and will assuredly appeal to anyone irrespective of their age, professionalism, or gender. For a compelling effect, consider installing such kind of lights on the accent to the floor of your deck.
Install lighting for a good view of the adjacent garden or flowerbed
Lights that illuminate the garden adjacent to the patio will mostly appeal to nature enthusiasts. However, if you have a flowerbed close to your house you can strategically place lights that illuminate the sight at night. These lights can also be used as alternatives to overhead lights in the patio.
Take care of the environment by using low voltage lights
No one wants attractive outdoor lights that will eventually leave a huge electric bill. However, advancement in technology takes care of this by introducing low voltage bulbs and lights that do not compromise on the quality of light produced. To fully illuminate your outdoor environment, you need lots of bulbs that inevitably consume lots of energy. That’s why you have to shop for energy conserving bulbs that are available in many designs and styles from electrical stores or from online shops. Remember, this is not all about money saving, while you enjoy a creative environment it is also wise to preserve the environment for future generations.
Installation; Do it yourself vs. Hire a contractor
If you want to be practical and you have experience in electrical installation, why not install the lights yourself? Aside from saving you some cash, it will make you feel good and proud knowing that you are the one who set it up. Naturally, you will want to spend longer periods of time on your patio if you are the one who selected the lights, installed the electrical wires, and had the place illuminated. If you have no experience in electrical lighting then it is best if you hire an electrician. Besides, if you opted to install the lighting yourself, you would be forced to purchase the necessary tools and equipment needed for safety purposes. So weigh the pros and cons and choose one that best suits you.
Where do you get ideas on the best lights for your outdoor space?
Are you stuck and still not sure what lighting trend would go well with your patio? You have probably gone through catalogs, have been searching online for a while, but you still cannot decide what to do. It is easy, consider friendly trips to your neighbors and see what they have on their outdoor spaces. You will probably like a certain style and maybe go ahead by asking for a recommendation. If this trick fails consider exterior home design magazines that showcase the most recent trends in outdoor furniture, lighting and other decorations. Alternatively, you can hire an exterior designer who will help you select lighting which is not only appropriate for your patio, but also coordinates with your lifestyle and furniture. If you need an electrical expert, look for one who holds a good reputation and with vast experience in outdoor lighting projects. Such a professional can also help you select a lighting style based on their experience.
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