How can you decorate with different types of outdoor lighting?

Outdoor lighting is used for illumination, decoration, security, and often a combination of the three. When coming up with outdoor lighting ideas, think about the overall effect you’re hoping to achieve, which will provide you with a great starting point for getting the exact outdoor lighting you need. There are several different types of outdoor lighting to get started with, including: Outdoor string lights work great as outdoor patio lights, hung from poles, pergolas, or roofs to cast a warm, inviting gleam on your summer night get-together. If you like the feeling of safety a well-lit property provides, outdoor wall lighting like sconces and outdoor flood lights situated in the garden illuminate your home and walkways through the night. Outdoor porch lights such as outdoor pendant lighting welcome guests into your home, or give you a low-light glow to enjoy a nightcap before bed or coffee when waking. Shops on Etsy feature a wide range of outdoor lighting with different bulb types, enhanced features, and different colors to set your desired mood. Outdoor solar lights use tiny, efficient solar panels to soak up the sun’s energy and repurpose it to light your garden path or back door. Outdoor solar lights usually come with the ability to turn on automatically as the sun lowers, and some steadily brighten as the night turns darker. Outdoor solar lighting is typically easy to install, eliminating the worry with hardwiring, exterior power outlets, or outdoor-rated extension cords. Many outdoor hanging lights, like bistro lights , feature color changing abilities, giving you the entire rainbow of shades and hues to illuminate your space. Set the brightness of your outdoor hanging lights, or program them to flash, glow, or follow a certain twinkle pattern.

What types of materials are best for outdoor lighting?

Outdoor lights are designed to withstand the elements, and each outdoor lighting material provides a different look. Depending on the ambiance you’re trying to create, here’s what you need to know about the common outdoor light materials: Metal outdoor lighting provides a modern, industrial feel thanks to rubberized aluminum or stainless steel frames, poles, and chains. Bamboo outdoor lighting fixtures are naturally resistant to the ravages of weather and sun, as the plant already has these properties. Bamboo lights add tropical island flair to your outdoor space. Durable plastics are an affordable option for outdoor lighting—many have been specially treated with UV coating to prevent fading, and plastic naturally keeps water out of the wires. These designs can mimic more expensive fixtures for much less.

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agnieszka704

5 out of 5 stars

"Just got two outdoor lamps with which we are happy. THe items are as described and shown on photos so they meet our expectations. Very quick delivery too. Thank you!"

Barnlamp with copper shade | Garden lighting | Wall lighting
Kim

5 out of 5 stars

"We love these lights! So cute on our outdoor shower."

Outdoor Lamp Day Night Sensor - 4 pieces - Unique Warm Light - Balcony, Wall or Railing - Garden Lighting - Outdoor Lamp with Dusk Sensor
Naomi M.

5 out of 5 stars

"I ordered the 'fire glow' as I wanted a very calming, soft & cozy lighting for my tree. I tried a few other brands of 'warm light' strands and they were way too cold feeling. These came beautifully packaged and perfect but the lighting looked very orange in the daytime so I was very worried...however, putting them up and in the evening darkness, they are just perfect!! Thanks so much!"

Copper Wire Fairy Lights, Patio String Lights, Rustic Wedding, Barn Wedding, Wedding Lighting, Warm White, PLUG, Battery Operated, 13ft-65ft
mike anderson

5 out of 5 stars

"Pearson Manufacturing is an awesome company! They were able to put a rush on the order because we needed light poles for a backyard wedding! Any questions I had were answered promptly. I would purchase products from them again and will recommend them to family and friends. Don't look any further for poles for your outdoor lights. This is the place to get them. They are sturdy, well-made, and just what you need."

Outdoor String Light Pole 9 Foot (Heavy Duty)
victoria Wells

5 out of 5 stars

"Sent 4 lbs of ravel to my Mom as a birthday gift. She is having fun planning her outdoor decor design. The gravel really glows brightly, just as advertised."

8-15mm Premium Grade Glow in the Dark Aggregates/Glow Rocks/Glow Gravel/Glow Pebbles/Glow Geodes/Landscaping/Glow chips/Glow Concrete/DIY
Sara Erlichman

5 out of 5 stars

"Looks beautiful in an outdoor pot, got it as a birthday gift"

14 inch jeweled garden stake, planter stake, round prism garden stick, fairy garden stake, plant bling, potted plant stake, colorful, pretty

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LED Fairy Lights with 20 Handmade Cotton Balls, Timer and Dimmer included

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Vintage Coleman Replacement Light Plate, for Battery Operated Light With Magnet

LED Fairy Lights 'Sunrise' with 20 Handmade Cotton Balls, Timer and Dimmer included

Copper Tabletop Oil Lantern

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Colorful Sakura Copper String Lights, Cherry Blossom Fairy Lights, Romantic Flower String Lights for Bedroom, Wedding lights, Gift for Mom

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2 - 5 m Efeu- Girlande , LED - Lichterkette

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Solar Borland Pathway Lights 4 Pack

LED Fairy Lights 'Rose Garden' with 20 Handmade Cotton Balls, Timer and Dimmer included

Solar Garden Lighting Bronzed Kettle

25ft Outdoor String Lights, Patio Hanging Lights with 25 Edison Glass Bulbs, Waterproof Connectable Bistro Lights Backyard Garden Cafe

Awesome Mid Century Clear Plastic Crystal Christmas Lights with Covers/Retro Christmas Lights Colorful Light Covers - Christmas 1

Mesa Lantern, Shade Solar Light, Dusk to Dawn Illumination in Shade or Sun

Pink crystal String Lights garland, 7 foot fairy light String Lights pink Party Decor It’s a girl theme pink birthday garland

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Perfect Holiday 100 LED Copper Wire Solar Fairy Light 32' - Warm White

LED String Sea Shell Light (10 feet/3 meters)

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