Outdoor Lighting

Outdoor Lighting

Outdoor lighting is an essential feature that enhances the beauty of your outdoor spaces while providing added safety and security for your home.

Whether you're lighting up a pathway, highlighting architectural features, or creating the perfect ambience for outdoor gatherings, the right lighting can transform your garden or patio.

At Posh, we combine functionality with style, offering various outdoor lighting solutions in various sizes, designs, and price ranges to suit every taste and budget.

With energy-efficient LED options and decorative fixtures, outdoor lighting helps you enjoy your outdoor spaces day and night while ensuring peace of mind.

We have curated this outdoor lighting buying guide to help you choose the perfect lighting for your outdoor spaces. So, let's dive in and light up your outdoor area!

Why Choose Outdoor Lighting?

Benefits of Outdoor Lighting

Outdoor lighting is both stylish and practical, making it a valuable addition to any outdoor space. Whether for aesthetics or security, it offers a range of benefits that enhance your home’s exterior.

• It enhances curb appeal and improves your home’s overall aesthetic by highlighting key features.
• It boosts safety and security by illuminating dark areas, reducing risks and deterring intruders.
• It increases functionality, allowing you to use your outdoor spaces at night for various activities.
• Layered lighting helps highlight focal points like architectural features or trees, adding depth to your garden.
• Dark sky-friendly lighting reduces light pollution while providing effective illumination.

Environmental and Energy-Saving Options

Choosing outdoor lighting enhances your home's appearance and safety while offering eco-friendly and energy-efficient options. Solar-powered lighting uses the sun’s energy to illuminate your garden without raising electricity costs, making it ideal for areas where wiring is difficult.

LED lighting is another excellent energy-efficient choice, providing long-term savings and durability. LEDs consume significantly less energy than traditional bulbs, reducing your carbon footprint while offering bright, reliable lighting for years.

Different Types of Outdoor Light

Path and Walkway Lighting

Path and walkway lighting enhances both safety and aesthetics. Solar outdoor lights offer easy installation and sustainability, requiring no wiring. Low voltage lighting provides energy efficiency, while LED options deliver brighter, long-lasting illumination.

Path lights are ideal for illuminating walkways and gardens, while RGB options allow adjustable colour effects to enhance the atmosphere.

Security Lights

Security lighting is essential for protecting your property. Motion sensor lights activate with movement, making them ideal for entrances, walkways, and garages. Dusk-to-dawn lights adjust automatically with daylight to provide all-night illumination.

Floodlights offer wide coverage for driveways and alleys, and IP/wet-rated lights ensure they withstand outdoor weather conditions.

Landscape and Garden Lighting

Spotlights and floodlights are ideal for highlighting trees and architectural features, while in-ground and deck/step lights create a welcoming ambience in gardens or patios. Low-voltage options offer flexibility and safety.

Decorative choices like a lamp post, 3-arm post light, or lanterns with textured glass add style to your outdoor space.

Wall and Ceiling Mounted Lights

Outdoor wall lights are perfect for porches, patios, and garages. Ceiling/pendant lights work well in covered patios or entryways, and waterproof LED wall lights ensure durability outdoors.

Choose damp-rated lights for sheltered areas or wet-rated lights for full-weather exposure. Sconces combine both function and style.

Post and Pier Lighting

Post and pier lights are ideal for driveways, patios, and gardens, with wet-rated options for weather exposure. Choose decorative or functional post lights in finishes like high bronze, black, or glass. A solar light stand with a weighted base offers flexible placement options.

Specialty Lighting

For covered areas, outdoor ceiling fans with integrated lighting provide both illumination and cooling. Mood lamps create a welcoming and ambient atmosphere, perfect for gardens or patios, adding a personal touch to your outdoor space.

What to Look for When Buying Outdoor Lighting

Sizing Considerations

Choosing the correct size for your outdoor lighting is essential for balance and functionality. Wall lights should be proportionate to doors and porches, neither too large nor too small.

For post and pier lights, consider the height of your space to ensure a harmonious look. To help visualise the size, use a lamp post and a set of 2 recommendations before purchasing.

Material and Durability

Outdoor lighting needs to withstand the elements, so opt for durable materials like black, charcoal, silver, or white that resist corrosion. Check the IP/wet rating to ensure weather resistance. Select finishes that guarantee longevity and require minimal maintenance.

Light Bulb Options

LEDs are far more energy-efficient than incandescent light bulbs and provide longer-lasting brightness. Consider lumens and brightness to choose the right intensity and select the colour temperature that suits your space.

Lastly, decide between solar-powered or wired lighting based on your needs and the layout of your outdoor area.

How to Maintain Outdoor Lighting

Cleaning and Upkeep

Regular maintenance is essential to keeping your outdoor lighting in good condition. Clean fixtures routinely to prevent corrosion, focusing on glass, metal, and other materials. Use mild cleaners to protect finishes and replace bulbs or solar light batteries as needed to maintain performance.

Winter and Weather Protection

During winter, protect your lights from snow, rain, and ice to prolong their lifespan. Ensure exposed fixtures are properly sealed to prevent moisture damage. Solar lights should be positioned to receive maximum sunlight, even on shorter winter days, to keep them functioning efficiently.

Additional Outdoor Lighting Ideas

Decorative Lighting

Create a warm and welcoming atmosphere with decorative string lights for patios and outdoor gatherings. For a timeless touch, lanterns add aesthetic appeal to your garden or pathway, offering both style and soft illumination.

Smart Outdoor Lighting

Easily control your outdoor lighting with smart technology, allowing you to manage lights through mobile apps or voice assistants. Smart floodlights with built-in cameras provide added security, offering bright lighting alongside real-time surveillance for your home.

Why Choose Posh for Your Outdoor Lighting

When it comes to outdoor lighting, Posh offers a trusted and reliable service, combining quality products with unbeatable customer support.

• Free delivery on most items and all orders over £500, with next-day delivery available through our express service.
• Our best price guarantee means if you find it cheaper elsewhere, we’ll beat the price.
• Enjoy secure, hassle-free shopping with the option to spread the cost using PayPal or Klarna.

Benefit from expert advice, 5-star ratings, and a comprehensive returns policy with a 100% money-back guarantee.