A garden can become an oasis of calm and relaxation by day and by night alike. Well-planned garden lighting can transform the space and give it a new dimension. Whether you have a large garden or a small patio, there are many creative ways to bring a space to life with outdoor lighting.
Wondering how to light a garden? With our help you will get practical, modern garden lighting that creates a magical atmosphere on summer evenings. From now on, time spent outdoors will be more enjoyable still.
Garden lighting — why is it needed?
Smart lighting not only adds to the look of a garden but also improves safety and how usable the space is, which makes it essential.
Here are a few reasons why garden lighting is worth having:
- Safety — lighting in a garden keeps people safe by preventing trips in the dark. Good lighting can also deter intruders, improving security across the property.
- Appearance — well-designed lighting improves the look of a garden, adding charm and bringing out its beauty, particularly after dark. That can include lighting plants, trees, paths or architectural features.
- Practicality — lighting lets you use a garden after dark, which makes it far more usable. It means you can hold evening gatherings, barbecue, or simply relax in the fresh air.
- Adding value to a property — well-designed and properly installed modern garden lighting can increase the value of a property.
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Outdoor lighting — the process step by step
When planning a garden lighting installation it is worth keeping a balance between practicality and appearance, so that the space is both attractive and useful. Here is how to go about lighting a garden.
Assessing the site
It is worth dividing a garden into specific zones you want to light — the entrance area, the comfort zone (terrace or gazebo) and the space behind the house, for instance.
For each of these zones you need to decide which areas actually need lighting. The entrance area, for example, may need the gate lit, the path leading to the front door, and any decorative features. A terrace may need lighting around the garden furniture to create a pleasant atmosphere for sitting out in the evening, while the space behind the house may need lighting at a gazebo or a pool. You might therefore go for lighting the facade of the building, the fence, a balcony or the front door. Lighting a terrace, and even lighting the planting, is worth thinking about too. The possibilities are many.
The right types of garden lighting
Now for choosing the right lighting. Lighting paths and garden walkways can involve spike-mounted garden lights or lanterns. Steps can be lit with stair lights, and planting picked out with LED lighting. Let us not forget that lighting the facade properly matters too.
What should the ideal garden light fittings offer? Lighting intended for outdoor use has to be resistant to changing weather above all. The fittings should also be solidly built. Energy saving matters more and more these days, so good garden light fittings should be energy efficient — achieved by using LED lamps, which use less energy than traditional bulbs.
Designing the electrical installation
Think carefully about where the garden lights will go (the lighting design). Make sure the lighting is distributed evenly and usefully, delivering both safety and a good appearance.
When planning a lighting installation, remember the power supply. Before you start fitting garden lighting, make sure every light will have access to a suitable power source, or use a solar lighting system where possible. That is an excellent option for anyone looking for an environmentally friendly, energy-efficient way of lighting a garden decoratively. Solar lights use the sun’s energy during the day and then give out light after dark. They let you enjoy a lit garden with no need for an external power source. Solar lighting is easy to install and practically maintenance-free, which makes it an excellent choice for any garden.
Garden lighting — inspiration
Garden lighting can be very varied and matched to individual preferences. When arranging it, consider small lights and lanterns too, which create an exceptional atmosphere.
Here is some inspiration:
- garden lanterns and free-standing lights — a popular choice that adds charm and elegance. Lights of this kind can be placed at the entrance, along paths or on a terrace.
- hanging lights and garden wall lights with a motion sensor are an excellent solution for anyone looking for modern lighting. They can be used to light planting, walls or other decorative features.
- LED lights are a very versatile solution that can easily be matched to different lighting needs. They can be placed along paths, under steps or on a terrace, adding subtle, modern light.
- spotlighting can be used to light planting or decorative sections. It is an excellent way of picking out the exceptional features of a garden.
There are many other ways of bringing a garden space to life. What matters most is matching the lighting to the style of the garden and to your own preferences. With Fello, garden lighting becomes a genuine decorative feature.