A Few Simple Lighting Tips
There are hundreds of ways to light your garden, and no shortage of products to help you achieve this. The proliferation of lighting products can make a fairly simple process more complex than it needs to be. By sticking to a few simple rules you can save yourself both time and cash.
First of all you need to decide what features you want to illuminate, and what type of lighting will be best suited for this job. Take a close look at your garden and note down the most prominent features such as plants, shrubs, flower beds, trees, decking, patio or pathways, flagged or lawned areas, and finally any existing garden furniture such as gazebos or benches. These are the basic framework of most gardens, and you need to decide which parts you want to highlight, and which parts you don’t. Sometimes being subtle with your lighting is the best solution, you don’t want to overdo things.
The nest step is to decide the type of lights you need and the materials they are made from. Most lights are going to weather in time, so the original material can be important as you ideally want something that will blend in with the surroundings. Aluminium and copper are two very popular types of material that weather very well and are usually powder coated to prolong their life. Bear in mind that sometimes they may become blotched if there is a lot of pollution near to your garden.
Lighting decking is typically done with recessed led lights which look fantastic when fitted. The downside is the cost, which can be very expensive if you have a large decking area. The same applies to pathways and patio areas as well as garden steps. Make sure you have a good idea of how many you will need before you even go searching. A quick trip to any garden center will get you some expert advice for free so don’t be afraid to ask for help.
It is perfectly possible to plan everything yourself, and it can be good to experiment as you go along. You will learn much more this way and it will cost you less than hiring a designer to charge you a small fortune for something you could do yourself. Probably the most important part is to make sure you get a qualified electrician to install any electrical accessories such as transformers and cables. Work this cost into your budget as part of your planning.
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