Courtyard and driveway lightingTips for functional & efficient lighting
Just as the hallway is the entrance to the living area, so are the driveway and courtyard for your entire property. When lit by appealingly bright, warm light, you create the perfect conditions for welcoming guests to your home. Plus the right courtyard and driveway lighting increases safety and adds extra security to deter trespassers.
The type of light you use for your entrance is, ultimately, a matter of taste. But whatever you choose, your courtyard and driveway lighting will look simply breathtaking whether you choose ground lights, outdoor spotlights, wall lights or path lights.
Good to know:
In-ground lights
It’s important to choose the right in-ground lights as they’re designed to be driven over. So, when choosing yours, make sure you check the maximum load capacity information in the product details.
Glare-free
Spotlights and wall lights must be aligned so they don’t dazzle the driver. There are no specific regulations for spotlights for private use, but it’s important, whether installed at home or on commercial premises for light not to impair the driver's vision. It should be attached to the side or above head height. The higher the lights are installed, the less there is a risk of glare. However, care must also be taken to ensure enough light reaches the ground.
For lights with motion detectors, you’ll always find information on the mounting height in the instructions.
Combine lights
Regardless of whether it’s a path light, ground spotlight, or a combination of the two, your courtyard and driveway lighting should illuminate everything brightly without gaps. This makes the drive easy to navigate and reduces the chance of hitting or mounting a curb.
Motion detector & twilight sensor
For all types of lights, models with a twilight sensor and motion detector are extremely popular for outdoor lighting. As soon as your car rolls up at dusk, the lights go on and illuminate the way to the garage. And after a pre-programmed time, they switch off again automatically, saving you energy and reducing your bills.
Entrance lighting Tips for perfect installation
Thorough planning and professional installation is an absolute must when it comes to your entrance lighting. How many lights, in which order and at what installation height they need to be must be worked out in advance. By doing so, you'll save time and money and reduce the possibility of having them reinstalled in the correct position later on.
Good to know:
Path lights for maximum effect
If you decide on path lights, the following applies concerning the placement: the higher the light points, the fewer lights you’ll need as you’ll light a greater area. Path lights are usually between 60 and 150 cm high.
Attaching wall lights
If wall lights are attached to the garage, we recommend models that have the light emission downwards or upwards - or a glare-free diffuser, as lights like these generally reduce glare. The installation height depends on the size of the garage. Placement recommendations can be found in the installation instructions. And also note that lights with motion detectors are usually between 180 and 250 cm high.
Lay the power cable
When supplying path lights, pillar or recessed ground lights with mains power, you should work with an electrician as they’ll know what to look for when sinking the underground cables and making the connections.
Motion detectors The optimal solution for the driveway
Motion detectors ensure your driveway lighting only switches on when it’s actually needed. This reduces electricity costs and protects the bulbs from overuse. Many outdoor lights either have a built-in motion detector or are available with motion detectors.
Good to know:
Switching to continuous operation
If needed, path lights are available that can switch from operation in motion detector mode to continuous operation - perfect for a BBQ on the front lawn.
The right angle of coverage
A detection angle of 120 degrees is sufficient for a driveway. Although there are models that cover more, it’s best to make sure your driveway lighting isn’t activated by movement from a neighbouring property.
Immediate 100% brightness
In contrast to energy-saving bulbs, LEDs achieve 100% brightness immediately when activated and can reduce your electricity costs.
Solar lights Use the power of the sun!
Solar lights are no longer just decorative lights. They also provide practical lighting for courtyards, driveways and paths. Solar lights also protect the environment, reduce electricity costs and make cables a thing of the past.
Facts about solar lighting:
Hard to reach places
Solar lights are perfect for hard-to-reach places or places without a power connection. There are also models available where the panel can be placed separately.
Functional & efficient
Nowadays, there are already high-quality path and pillar lights, wall lights, spots and recessed ground lights with solar power. A motion detector is recommended because the light only switches on when a car or person is on the driveway. This saves battery and bulbs, conserves energy and puts less strain on your wallet.
Please note: The solar panel should be placed where it gets enough sun and isn’t covered by hedges, bushes or an overhanging roof.
Align with the sun
You should always align solar panels, so they get enough sun during the day. Solar lights can then provide light for an average of 8-10 hours without any problems.
LED bulbs Save energy and costs!
LED bulbs are a popular choice because of their long service life and low power consumption while lighting up homes, paths and driveways. They also reach 100% brightness immediately after being switched on, making them perfect for use alongside motion detectors.
Facts about the LED lights:
90% less energy
Compared to incandescent bulbs, LED bulbs save 90% on energy consumption - helping you save money and the environment.
Long life span
LED technology is almost maintenance-free. And a bulb has an average service life of up to 50,000 hours.
Permanently installed LED technology
Thanks to LED technology, compact and complex designs are now possible.
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