Why does my Pergola need lighting?

Pergolas are an extension of the living space of your home.  As darkness falls, you still want to be able to enjoy the outdoor area and entertain in the garden.  To achieve the perfect evening outside install Pergola lights that are right for the area.  Depending on the purpose of your pergola the lighting can be subtle (like low wattage path lighting) or can be bright and bold (like entertainment or party lighting).  There are so many solar options available these days, you don’t even need electricity connected to the pergola or gazebo to have some wonderful lighting effects.  Outside lighting can also have a major impact on the street appeal of your home.

Benefits and types of Pergola lighting

• Lighting lets you safely navigate between the home and the pergola outside.  Even small solar lights on the floor to show the path will increase safety.
• Set the mood for certain events.  Lighting sets the mood – parties, romance, Christmas, peace and quiet time.
• Hosting a dinner party you need to have some decent lighting.
• Create softer lighting by using an array of smaller lights.
• Lamps and wall lighting are great for effective indirect lighting of the pergola.
• Add a special feel to the pergola with string lighting.  Not only for Christmas and festive occasions, string lighting adds magic to any evening and they are ideal for a romantic dinner or evening party.
• Hanging lights create an ambience to the area, especially when they are hung in clusters.
• Candles in lanterns are easy to carry, hang and use in outdoor areas.  Lanterns can be elaborate like Chinese lanterns or a simple tealight candle in a mason jar.
• Fairy lights can be used outside and inside the pergola by wrapping around the rafters or beams.  These create a soft glow and turn the pergola into a magical place.
• Downlights throw light downwards. They are usually mounted from the pergola beams, but can also be hung from trees, roofs, eaves and even walls to create a dramatic effect.
• LED Lights are a good choice for pergola lighting – as LED lights are not affected by cold and they are energy efficient.

Some great examples of Pergola lighting ….

Simple downlights create a warm lighting effect for evening entertaining by the pool, and lighting under the steps increase safety and illuminate the pool.

Christmas Wonderland created by fairy lights, string lighting and LED lights. The pergola also has lovely hanging lights from the centre of the roof to illuminate the inside.

Three simple downlights to transform this area into a beautiful evening outside.

What can Diamond Patios do for you?

Diamond Patios can assist in designing your Pergola and lighting and bring that vision to life.

Offering expert advice and using only quality products you can rest assured your investment will last long into the future.

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