Below you'll find a list of all posts from 2017
There are many elements to outdoor lighting, but it all boils down to a trio of interconnected elements- design, components and installation. Design Design is how we achieve the desired results and make it look gorgeous! Good lighting design uses foundational principles, for sure, but does not get locked into a cookie-cutter approach where each home gets the same treatment …
What is “Light Layering?” How do you layer lighting? With lighting, one size/style/fixture does not do it all. Different needs have different requirements, and lighting has an amazing ability to create a mood and atmosphere with the proper design. What are the components to Lighting Layering? Let’s take a look…. Ambient Lighting Ambient Lighting is your universal, general purpose lighting …
Outdoor lighting today has so many options—how do I decide what the right fixture is? There is no one fixture which does it all, that’s for sure. The proper fixture is determined by several factors. But the first and most important factor is to always start with quality fixtures. Do not settle for junk. You will regret it. Lighting Technique …
Long gone are the days of a deck simply being a square with a table, 4 webbed chairs, an umbrella and a grill. Decks and patios today are outdoor living rooms. They have inviting furniture with cushions and pillows, TVs, fire features, water features, plants and flowers, sometimes even curtains, kitchens and more. These outdoor living rooms allow our lifestyle …
If you are fortunate enough to have a water feature in your yard, you already know what a peaceful atmosphere it creates, how relaxing the sound of water is, and how much beauty a water feature adds to your home, especially when the water sparkles and jumps with reflected sunlight. But that all goes away when the sun goes down. …
Of course money is a factor in making a decision for landscape lighting! The price is what we see first and no one wants to waste money. But sometimes what seems like a good deal is a disaster in disguise. A good lighting system is an investment. A poor lighting system is a money pit. “The Other Guy” There are …
Outdoor lighting systems generally require little maintenance (once or twice a year), but issues do occur. So how do I check for landscape lighting system problems? So if you’re thinking, “My landscape lighting system isn’t working properly,” here are some tips to help you check for landscape lighting problems. As always, if you don’t feel comfortable doing it yourself, please …
What exactly is Silhouetting? A silhouette is the outline of a shape, generally filled in solidly with black. As a lighting technique, silhouetting involves shining an uplight against a wall, behind an object, so that the object is seen in shadow and in contrast to the lighted wall. It is not among the most common of techniques, as the elements …
When you spend good money on a professionally designed and installed outdoor lighting system, you expect quality fixtures and top-notch installation. And with Southern Lights, that’s what you’ll get. We are so confident about our products and installation, that we can offer the area’s best warranty. Nowhere else will you find a warranty that includes all the following: Lifetime fixture …
