An expertly lit garden is a source of pleasure. Lighting makes
your house safer and your view more inviting. It even expands your living space
by creating comfortable outdoor rooms. Make sure that your lighting choices are
as good for the environment as they are for your family by considering the tips
below.
Choose Lower Energy
Consumption
Lights at night don’t have to mean a higher power bill. Many
garden lights are available that use only small amounts of energy to create
their warming glow. A few excellent options:
·
Use low-voltage lighting, which requires much
less energy.
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Fiber optic lighting sets that allow you to
light several lamps with a single bulb.
·
LED lights require far less power than
conventional bulbs. As a bonus, the lights are extremely durable and can go for years without being changed.
Light Pollution and
Your Home
Even the most energy-efficient lighting can still cause pollution
if it’s used incorrectly. What kind? Light pollution. Poorly designed lights
can send light up into the sky instead of down below where it’s needed. The
result is harder to see stars, stress on local wildlife and disruption of the
local ecosystem. In coastal areas, manmade lights can confuse baby turtles,
making it difficult for them to find their way to water. A few ways to make
sure that your lights are not causing problems:
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Pick the smallest amount of light that will
fulfill your purpose. For instance, instead of picking lights that would give
daylight brightness, go for a warm glow.
·
Create several zones so you can use just the
lights you need. For instance, light just a pathway or just the back garden
area.
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Choose lights for pathways,
decks, or patios that direct light down. Lamps that send light in all
directions can make it harder to see stars, planets, and other heavenly bodies.
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Do you like to leave a couple of lights on
outside? Put your lights on timers and motion sensors. This way, they will turn
on only when there is motion in your yard and will go back off again soon
after.
By taking these factors into consideration when picking
outdoor lighting for your home, you can make your outdoor spaces more enjoyable
while preserving the natural beauty of the environment. If you have any
questions about landscape lighting, do not hesitate to contact us at Irrigation
Outlet today.
