tips when buying outdoor lighting for the house
I saw this buying guide in an online lighting store and thought it would be great to share it here. Here are some tips why shopping for your outdoor lighting for your patio or your porch. At least with these tips, you won’t lost with all the selections when you walk into the lighting store!
1) Post Mounted : great for using it to illuminate an entrance/pathway or near a driveway to driving into the driveway safer and easier. Posts come in a variety of colors and generally need to be purchased separately from the light fixture.
2) Lantern/Wall Mounted fixtures can be used at any exterior door around the home including garage, basement, back and side doors, adding safety and security around entrances. For larger homes and homes with larger front entrances, choose larger fixtures and for smaller homes and single doors, smaller lanterns or a single lantern are better options. Lanterns are best hung just above eye level or at least 66” from the ground.
3) Ceiling Mounted fixtures are an excellent option for entrances with a porch or portico to help more adequately light the area.
4) Hanging Fixtures are suitable for grand entrances and tall porches. For adequate lighting and to ensure safety for taller guests, be sure to hang the fixture high enough, 84” from the floor is a good general guideline.
5) Lamps and Chandeliers are great for outdoor lighting when used as a decorative accent to outdoor porches, pools, cabanas and other covered outdoor spaces.
