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Choose the right garden spotlights
Ambient lighting for outdoors creates a cosy and friendly environment that you can enjoy every day. It is more than a finishing touch. With the right garden spotlights, you can transform your entire backyard.
The advantage of garden spotlights is that you can aim them at your favourite garden elements, such as a beautiful plant or statue or under a tree. You can also easily light up that one shady corner of the garden.
To help you transform your outdoor space, giving you a better view of your garden from inside and out, we have gathered some tips and ideas for outdoor spotlights.
Tips for garden spotlights
Soft, subtle garden spotlights
The type of lighting you choose depends on the main purpose of the outdoor spotlights, but the more discreet and subtle the lighting, the more atmosphere you will create in your garden. Harsh, bright lighting from garden spotlights actually makes the appearance of your garden in the dark less pleasant and it works more for security.
Solar-powered garden spotlights
While some may prefer garden lanterns, you may find it practical to use other eco-friendly but stunning lighting options, such as solar-powered garden spotlights. You may want to use these in combination with other lighting. A well-thought-out mix of task and mood lighting turns your garden, veranda or terrace into an attractive, inviting space for dining, reading or chilling out with friends and family.
The look of garden spotlights
Consider the look of the garden spotlights. Round outdoor spotlights and square outdoor spotlights are available with different coloured fixtures. Which design garden spotlights you choose will influence the style of your garden. Make sure the design of the outdoor spotlights compliments your garden and in this way adds real value.
Create a lighting plan for your garden spotlights
When choosing your garden spotlights, make sure you plan your lighting setup in advance to ensure that the garden spotlights you choose are suitable for the specific outdoor space. This includes the size and style of your garden. Keep in mind that a waterproof lighting solution is best for all types of seasons and weather conditions. Waterproof garden spotlights are reliable and durable.
Recessed spotlights or individual garden spotlights?
When selecting the type of garden lighting, also consider whether you want recessed spotlights or not. The advantage of recessed spotlights is their sleek finish. They are ideal for the modern garden. These lights are mainly used to illuminate walkways or driveways. The disadvantage of recessed spotlights is that they require a little more precision to install. Also, you cannot move them just like that. When they break down, it is therefore more work to replace them.
Loose garden spotlights can be easily inserted into your lawn with a pin. They are easy to move and replace
Consider the price
Lighting a garden or terrace on a limited budget can be a challenge. You can choose the best quality on the market but also affordable prices. The price is largely influenced by the type of outdoor spotlights you choose. So you need to think about the energy efficiency that will save you a lot of costs. Normal garden spotlights with LED lights are a good option for people on a limited budget.
