The Place to Be This Summer
You can transform any deck area immediately with the right deck lighting placement. If you’re into gazing at the stars, having family fun on cooler nights, or having a late-night barbecue, you’ll appreciate lighting that will make your deck a showcase to enjoy. So, how do you go about making your deck a special place to be? Here are some ideas on how lighting can do that.
Lighting key areas
Highlighting certain areas of your deck with plans in mind of using the spaces for either leisure or entertaining can be quickly remedied using statement lighting pieces to set those areas aglow. Just like with indoor lighting where you want to illuminate a certain area of your living space for a contemporary look, you can add a statement or focal point lighting piece to highlight a deck area. Envelope a dark space with an outdoor living area ensemble with a large outdoor floor lamp or smaller lighting pieces for similar effects in different areas, say one with plants, flowers or statuary pieces.
Recessed lighting
If you want a way to get around your deck easily and showcase the area at the same time, illuminated recessed lighting is a good way to do it. You can either install lights on your deck railing or create a walkway on your deck with LED lights in designer looks that include different choices. You can add lights that change color or use complete walkway lighting systems or package lighting that you can control remotely.
String lighting
Another way to light a deck is to use a large string lighting setup with white or colored bulbs. Quickly illuminate your deck with this idea and get magical illumination. It’s a fast transformation without a lot of expense. Hire a specialist to help you quickly install any string lighting you use. If you’re in the Tucson area, Arizona Lighting and Design can help you with any lighting ideas for your deck.
Overhead light fixtures
With an enclosed deck, install either a large regular light or an outdoor ceiling fan with lights or use a fandelier to brighten your deck area. You not only gain added light, but you also have a pleasant breeze to cool the space. The different settings on an outdoor fan or fandelier allow you to brighten fully or dim a deck area for a setting that’s right for you or the occasion. If you like the idea of special lighting effects for your deck that include strobing, flashing or fading, you’ll want to think about installing an outdoor fan.
You can make your deck both the place to be and showcase it at the same time, and TheHomeMag online can help you with simple lighting systems that make that possible. Follow us on either Facebook or Instagram. You'll find different ideas that direct you to deck lighting and any other design ideas for your home.
