For many people, the idea of lighting begins and ends indoors - but outdoor lighting can be just as important if you want to enjoy your deck and garden even after the sun goes down. From your façade to your landscape, outdoor lighting can provide increased safety and security, as well as looking beautiful too.
We've put together our top types of lights to consider for each purpose, things to consider and top outdoor lighting picks too to give you some inspiration. This blog focuses on residential lighting but many products are applicable for commercial properties too.
Security
Everyone should feel safe in and around their home, and a bit of light can go a very long way in this respect. Your lights not only make it more difficult for someone to hide in the shadows, but can also alert you to their arrival.
For security lights, you want something bright and reliable. It should be installed in a hight, 'hard-to-reach' area and be robust (see our article on IK ratings here). We also recommend considering a motion-sensor light which will ensure your property lights up when needed and can help to deter unwanted guests (both in animal and human form!).
Our three top picks are the:
- Hunter Twin LED Flood Light
- Baxter LED with Sensor
- Dusk to Dawn Solar Sensor Light
- Portable option: Defender Outdoor LED Solar Flood Light
Safety
Although safety and security go hand in hand, with many lights servicing both purposes, we're focussing on you getting into and out of your properly safely in this section. Lighting up your garden path or entry way, this is for the late night dash to put something in the dustbin before the bin men come in the morning.
Similar to security, sensor lighting is a good option but the placement of your light can be more varied, bollard lights beside a garden path for example. Safety lights are great for adding a touch of style too.
- Vanguard Solar Smart Bollard/ Spike Light
- Vista Sensor Coach Light
- Amun Exterior Rectangular Bollard Light
Easy-to-install decorative
Walking into a space you love will instantly improve your day. Getting the décor in your garden right is essential to how much you enjoy your space. Decorative lights are very much down to personal preference so we've chosen style-agnostic top picks that work with lots of different types of property.
Although it's not all about twinkling string lights, they are worth a mention here. They are incredibly easy to install and the perfect way to add a warm, celebratory feel to any space. They're easy to put up and take down, giving you lots of flexibility
- Festoon Lighting Kit in 10 or 20m
- Outdoor LED Strips - custom options available
- 316 Marine Grade Spike Light
- Mini Tivah Spike Light
Fixed decorative
- Wall Light: LED Matt Black Up Down Outdoor Wall Light
- Wall Light: Sunset Coach Light
- Step Light: Pinta Step Lights
- In-Ground: In-Ground LED Uplighter
Discover the Best Outdoor Lights Today
If you’re searching for the outdoor lighting, we're confident you’ll find what you want at The Lighting Outlet. Whether you need lighting for decoration, security, safety or navigation, we can help! Browse our extensive collection of outdoor lighting fixtures today to discover options from all the best lighting brands. Need help finding the perfect piece? Our friendly lighting experts are always ready to lend a hand - just reach out to us today.
