LIGHTING
ILLUMINATE TO
APPRECIATE :
DECKING , PERGOLAS & BEYOND
The Summer-Autumn transition drives the national passion to spend more time making garden improvements , often with the help from landscape professionals for fantastic results . Demand for higherend outdoor living products has increased , prompting companies to invest in sustainable hardscaping materials and environmentally conscious products such as solar technology . Outdoor lighting is no exception , with design and innovation at an all-time high , with improved sustainability , technology , durability and function .
Outdoor lighting completely transforms a space , with the most popular seasonal lighting applications being : decking , pergolas , steps , walls and planters . Use the following checklist to make the most of your space :
1 ) Plan ahead Consider lighting early within a project to make installation as straightforward as possible and to gauge best position and quantity . 12v , mains 240v and solar power supplies all have their own benefits .
2 ) Use 12v low voltage lighting & LEDs where possible Lumena highly recommends using 12v lights instead of mains power . Easy & safe installation , suited to damp conditions . LED lighting is highly efficient and has become an industry standard across many types of lighting .
3 ) Choose ‘ Anti-Glare ’ for less light pollution and a naturefriendly environment Anti-glare design is an important aspect of a light fitting . As well as protecting our wildlife , anti-glare light also protects us . A light should create a safe area to move around in , but glare can have the opposite effect . Anti-glare keeps everyone and everything safer , ensuring light is spread evenly in the relevant direction .
4 ) Install lights built from durable materials Sourcing the right materials results in maintaining good quality lights for longer , suiting your environment , physically and visually . Brass or copper lights are naturally durable and look elegant , lasting
for years with little maintenance . Copper will darken to blend in with rustic natural surroundings . Marine grade stainless steel and anodised aluminium lights are smart contemporary choices and highly weatherproof .
5 ) Consider Solar : zero emissions , zero running costs & renewable energy Lumena have revolutionised solar lighting in the UK with the Pro Solar range . These high quality , bright solar lights have up-to 5yrs warranty and work well in UK weather . They have impressive outputs , illumination times and charging capacity . Incorporated long life LEDs , panels and batteries guarantee 365 day illumination . You can also experiment with positioning prior to final installation .
Full range : www . lumenalights . com
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