You might have the most beautiful home on the block, but if you aren’t showing it off at night, it’s a waste. Just like interior lighting helps show off the finer details of your house, exterior lighting helps ensure that you and others can see it at night. The right exterior lighting will turn a nice home into a stunning one. Here are some tips to help you light up areas the way that best suits it.
Exterior lighting can beautify your home
If you’re looking for general lighting to show off architectural details, look at exterior lighting options for walls and overhangs. You should talk to an exterior lighting expert or landscape architect for help with this one, as it can be tricky to figure out how the height of your home, the materials visible on the exterior, and different architectural features demand certain types of lighting.
Look for safety lighting along walkways
Use exterior lighting for practical purposes. Safety lighting along walkways helps to ensure that you won’t trip on a path or while climbing stairs. Walk around your home at night to note what areas present more of a challenge. There should be clear lighting along paths, near stairs, and near any unusual obstacles.
Highlight landscaping details
Solar lights, flood lamps, and string lights can highlight landscaping details, depending on the type of landscaping you use. Landscaping lighting can sometimes double as security lighting and it will often make your garden look fresh and new at night. A garden looks very different at night. High-quality spot lighting can help light up particular flowers that open at night.
Light up entries to your home
A front and back door are typical in most homes, and some also have a side door. Make sure that each entrance to your home is well-lit to ensure your safety and security. Front doors may demand more soft and pretty lighting, while back doors and the backyard are better with bright lights if you’re going to be entertaining in your yard.
Exterior lighting can make or break a home’s appearance. Whether you’re trying to ensure the safety of your family and your guests at night or you want to increase your home’s curb appeal at night, choosing the right lighting will help turn your home from an unattractive or simply dull place at night to a well-lit visual trophy.