Three Main Types Of Deck Light Fixtures

If you’ve been searching for lights for your deck, you know that they come in all different sizes, shapes, and colors. However, when you break it down, they really only come in three distinct classes of lighting. These three types of fixtures are inset lights, post lights, and hanging lights. Which type of lights that you choose to install will depend not only on your personal preferences, but also on the layout of your deck itself.

The first type of deck lights that you can install are known as inset, or recessed lights. These lights are actually set into the floor, railings, or planters around your deck so you can’t see the lights themselves. The fixture consists of a small LED light cluster which shines light directly out of it. These lights can really give a deck a professional finish, but they are also pretty hard to install. You also usually can’t find them as solar lights, so taking a weekend or more to lay out the lights and run the cables to them may be your only option.

If you don’t want to spend the time installing recessed lights, installing post lights is another option. These lights can be placed on a post of their own or their can just attach to any existing posts that you have. They work great for both ambient lighting and direct lighting. They also come in many different sizes, shapes, and styles so you should be able to find one that fits your deck quite well. You can even find a good selection of solar powered versions of these lights which will make installation easier than you ever thought possible..

Finally, you can install hanging lights on your deck. These lights aren’t for everyone, but if you have a covered deck, or just a covered area of your deck they can provide great light. Place them over areas where you think people will be congregating or just areas where you have tables and chairs. The fixture, whether it’s a chandelier or something else will cast a nice, soft ambient glow down onto the people below.

By: Lola K.

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A big part of properly installing outdoor deck lighting is knowing which type of these deck lights that you want to install. Think about your own personal preferences, what you want your lighting to do, and the intricacies of your deck before deciding on which type of lights to install.