Garden lighting tips for 2021

16th June 2021

With most people opting for a staycation this year, our gardens are more important than ever.

Make the most of your outdoor space by ensuring it’s lit up all evening. From up-lighting, down-lighting, spot-lighting and path lighting, be sure to think about the overall aesthetics before heading to the garden centre.

Outside lighting is essential to a beautiful space, so here are our top 6 garden lighting tips for 2021. 

1.Focus on your shrubs!

Most people create a well lit seating area but forget about the rest of their garden. Under shrub lighting in flower beds creates a warm glow and presents a nice view from the patio.

2. Opt for LED

LED bulbs are energy efficient, bright and easily installed. As they’re low voltage, there is no need to bury cables deep in the ground.

3. Remember feature lighting

Just like well considered lighting in your home, you can create feature spots outside. Up-lighting trees and water features creates a sense of drama.

4. Make it flow

Do you have bi-fold doors that open into the garden? Connecting your indoor and outdoor space with similar lighting makes your space flow.

5. Look up!

Hanging chandeliers and lit pagodas create a sense of luxury and cosiness. Make your outdoor seating area like a living room by carefully considering the lighting.

6. Look down! 

Lead the way with an illuminated path, bollard lamps or recessed LEDs in your decking. Make your garden inviting and cosy.

Many people opt for solar panel lighting in areas that don’t require bright lights. But if you’re going for well lit, mains-powered garden lighting, be sure to use a qualified electrician who can certify and insure their work.

Contact Safeguard Electrical today for a free, no-obligation quote and start planning your dream garden for 2021.

Our responsive team are on-hand to take your call now. 02921 111095 

frazer@safeguardelectrical.co