As you go to create or upgrade an outdoor living area, one challenge you may encounter involves outdoor deck lighting. This area often seems to be the hardest for a homeowner. The lighting needs to provide the desired level of illumination, while being dim enough to avoid the problem of glare which may be seen with lights which are poorly positioned. With the help of a professional lighting company, such as Touchscape Accent Lighting, this becomes less of an issue because the company knows how to obtain the desired lighting effect every time.
Most decks benefit from the addition of low voltage lighting. This type of lighting lends a warm glow to the area, and you’ll find it’s safer to move around outside at night and tripping will be less of a concern. It’s a matter of finding the proper level of light, however, and professional landscape lighting designers can be of help here. You don’t want glaring light, but you do want enough to move around safely.
Others opt to go with solar powered lights, in an effort to save on energy costs and protect the environment. The advantage of going this route is you can be assured of clear, consistent light as you do things outside. Care must be taken however to ensure you get adequate lighting, because solar lights must be exposed to consistent daily sun if you wish to have the desired amount of light. Be aware that these lights give off a cool blue light, which may be bothersome to some who are accustomed to clear soft lighting.
Don’t forget the steps when choosing deck lighting. With the help of LED strip lights, you’ll find you can light the steps quickly and easily. These lighting fixtures are very discrete, yet offer ample illumination for a range of areas. You can use them on the underside of the railings, place them along each step, or do a combination of these two ideas. They are environmentally friendly, coming in different wattages to meet your needs, and may be cut to the desired length. Thanks to these and many other products currently available, choosing outdoor deck lighting has never been easier.
