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Outdoor lighting for your backyard landscaping can
bring a whole new dimension to your backyard.
We all take pride in our yards. The big trees, the
statuesque shrubbery and the beautiful garden. So we should be able
to enjoy them by night as well.
The right
outdoor lighting
allows you to derive the full benefits of your costly landscaping
after the sun goes down. It also provides better safety and
security.
Aesthetic Benefits of outdoor lighting
Show off the beauty of your home after dark.
Highlight favorite flowers and shrubs
Dramatize trees, pool, fountains and masonry texture.
Accent statuary and other focal points
Relax in your backyard or entertain on your patio or deck.
Practical Benefits
Safety: good lighting on steps, walks and driveways help avoid
accidents
Security: floodlighting and other landscape lighting will deter
prowlers and vandals.
Investment: grounds which are dramatically lighted at night look
like a luxurious estate, increasing the resale value of your
property.
Planning Your Landscape Lighting
First though here are some important
guidelines:
Conceal the light source behind shrubs, etc., where possible -
except where the fixture itself is a decorative element
Don't over light - a little light goes a long way
Be creative in using a mixture of lighting techniques for drama and
excitement
Arrange for an automatic device to turn lights on and off, such as a
timer or photocell
Be considerate of your neighbors - aim lights so they do not shine
into their windows
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