Add beauty, safety to your home with outdoor lighting

 

The right outdoor lighting can redefine a property by expanding the use of the yard and beautifying the space.

By Pat Setter
The San Diego Union-Tribune (TNS)
 
The right outdoor lighting can redefine a property, adding not only safety and security but expanding the use of the yard and beautifying the space. Whether starting from scratch or retrofitting an existing yard, the most important trend today is installing LED lights.

LED lights (light-emitting diodes) are energy-efficient, versatile and will reduce maintenance. Although installing LEDs is a bigger investment upfront, the savings will come with a reduced electrical bill and longer-lasting bulbs. LED light will last 50,000 hours compared with 2,000 to 4,000 hours for halogen lights, says Mike Geier, owner of Lightscape Designs. Replacing traditional outdoor lights with LEDs can net up to 85 percent in energy savings.
 
Technology is also transforming the way outdoor lights function. Settings can be changed from a smart phone or computer. “There are affordable ways to install an integrated system,” Geier says.
 
Most lighting turns on and off in zones, but new technology is adding even more control. The FX Luminaire Luxor ZDC Outdoor Lighting System allows for zoned lighting as well as dimming and multitude of colors.

Link to the article: https://www.seattletimes.com/nwshowcase/nwhomes/add-beauty-safety-to-your-home-with-outdoor-lighting/

Related articles: https://blog.firstintitle.com/2016/08/03/a-family-home-a-primer-for-new-parents/

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