A garage is an area that not too many people think about when it comes to lighting a home. It is a gateway into the house and it’s one of the first things people can see when they pass by. Installing outdoor landscape lighting will do wonders for garages by increasing curb appeal and enhancing safety.
This week’s blog post will shine a light on garages, including why these areas should be lit and how to choose the right lighting so they get the attention they deserve.
Why Light Garages?
The two main reasons to light garages are to increase a property’s curb appeal and enhance security.
Proper placement, size, and design of the outdoor lights will boost the property’s curb appeal at night as well as create a welcoming atmosphere. Outdoor lighting can put focus on the architectural features of the house and garage, such as brickwork or an uncommon garage door. This lighting will highlight what makes a property beautiful and unique. Lights in and around the garage will help create a balanced look with other areas of the property also lit by outdoor landscape lighting.
Installing outdoor garage lighting will also be functional, as it increases safety and security of the area. Adding lights will deter intruders from thinking of the property as an easy target. They will also provide additional illumination to the area at night, which increases visibility around the garage such as the driveway. This improvement in visibility will reduce the risk of accidents or harm while traveling through the area at night.
Install outdoor garage lights, not only to make the area beautiful, but also to increase functionality at night.
Where to Position Lights for Garages?
The most important things to remember about the placement of exterior garage lights are that their placement doesn't interfere with movement of the garage door, they provide enough illumination, and not much glare is produced.
Place outdoor light fixtures away from moving parts of the garage door. Ideal placement for light fixtures would be above the door in the center or on either side of the door. This placement also allows for an even spread of illumination across the driveway and surrounding area. Another popular position would be beneath the eaves of the garage door. Installation of lights on the ground with beams of light positioned upward toward the garage door is another popular placement.
Be sure to choose positions where the light fixtures won't create glare that could blind people as they enter or exit the garage. Shrouds, covers, and domes could help reduce glare as well as choosing a lightbulb that has a lower lumens.
Overall, the ideal placement for any outdoor garage lighting fixture would be one where the light can shine the best without causing too much interference.
Types of Light Fixtures to Light Garages
A variety of outdoor lighting fixtures are designed to illuminate a garage. Consider some of the outdoor lighting fixtures below when it comes to installing outdoor lighting around a garage.
Wall Lights
Mounted either above the door or at its sides, wall lights can provide an elegant look to the garage and the surrounding area. They can highlight the house’s architectural features and style too.
Pendant Lights
These types of lights are modern and are an attractive feature. Pendant lights are available in many designs, colors, and finishes. Find one that matches a home’s design for a cohesive look.
Floodlights
Flood lights are ideal to provide broad illumination. They’re perfect for providing or a wash of light over large areas like the driveway connected to the garage.
Path Lights
Light pathways leading from the garage to the front of the house with stylish and practical path lights. Installing these outdoor lights will enhance safety while navigating the area at night in a visually appealing way.
Well Lights
For a discreet yet brilliant way to light a garage, install well lights, also known as in ground lights. These types of lights are installed flush with the ground and are designed to withstand being driven over. They provide illumination for safe navigation as vehicles enter and exit the garage and driveway. They can also highlight unique architectural features of the house and garage.
A great method for lighting garages is to use a mix of the above outdoor light fixtures to create a dynamic, yet balanced lighting design.
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Garages are often overlooked areas of a home, even though they are an essential part of it. Installing outdoor lighting, like some path lights to light a walkway or well lights to highlight architectural features, will enhance safety and increase curb appeal. It will transform a mundane area into one that shines and sparkles.
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