Whoever has a garden, even a small one, owns a treasure. An outdoor space in which to spend time during the day, but especially during time off from work and daily chores.
If the sun illuminates the garden with all its power, at sunset, artificial light comes to our aid, not only to make a place safe, or simply to illuminate it, but also to create that right atmosphere that only well-installed lights can give us. Therefore, in a garden, the right lighting is of vital importance.
Today there are innovative solutions that allow not only to install adequate lighting systems, but also to be sustainable with the installation of solar panels that recharge during the day and power the light bulbs at sunset. In addition, LED technology allows for light effects while saving on electricity bills.
Naturally, it is necessary to understand the positioning, the lighting needs, thus knowing the number of light points to install and the power of the light you want to obtain, so that the outdoor lighting project is as perfect as possible.
Then there are some essential things to consider.
Paths should always be illuminated, with step lights recessed into the ground or with spotlights. In addition to a decorative function, these serve a safety function for those walking or driving along a driveway. Also, do not forget to provide lights near bulky objects, in order to avoid unwanted collisions. If you decide to illuminate plants and make them scenic even in the evening hours, look for special lamps that can be in contact with plants and are resistant to humidity.
At Via Piave, 17 (in Catania) or online, we can advise you on the right lamps for your outdoor space.
