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How to Choose the Best Outdoor Color Temperature

Have you ever noticed how certain colors can affect the mood of a room?

Well, it’s no different with lighting your San Diego landscape. You may not even notice, but all outdoor lights have a certain color temperature that can change the mood of the scene for the better when used properly.

How do you know what’s the best temperature to use for your outdoor lighting? Here are some landscape lighting ideas that can set the right tone for your property.

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admin LED Lighting, LED Lights, Lighting Designer, Task Lighting

Task Lighting to Prepare Your Outdoor Living Spaces for Spring

As the days start to get longer and temperatures warmer, it’s time to prepare your outdoor living spaces for spring. One of the best ways to do this is by adding task lighting. Task lighting can provide a safe, comfortable environment that will help you make the most of your outdoor space.

With proper illumination, you’ll be able to enjoy all of your favorite activities outdoors with family and friends in a well-lit atmosphere.

Whether you need light for dining alfresco or hosting an evening gathering under the stars, task lighting is essential for creating an inviting atmosphere that will keep everyone coming back for more!

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Use Dynamic Lighting Systems as Part of Your Interior Lighting Design in Vista, CA

It’s probably no surprise to learn that light affects a person’s psychological and physical well-being. Color, brightness, and wattage all play a part in how a person can feel at any given time.

For example, this recent study found that simply changing the illuminance level on your lights can make you feel more comfortable.

Knowing this is just one part of the equation. The hard part is implementing optimal lighting systems for your interior lighting design. Due to differences in room layout and use, every home in the Vista area will have unique lighting needs.

Below, we explain what dynamic lighting systems are, and how homeowners can utilize them to enhance their mood.

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Seven Outdoor Lighting Tips for Halloween in La Costa, CA
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Seven Outdoor Lighting Tips for Halloween in La Costa, CA

Halloween is the second most popular holiday celebrated across the country, with children dressed up in costumes going door-to-door to collect as much candy as they can, it makes total sense. With so many potential visitors, you might be thinking of ways you can spruce up your exterior.

The best home improvement projects are the ones that give you a lot of bang for your buck, especially when it comes to holiday decorating that won’t always be up. Exterior lighting is the way to go when giving your home a spooky upgrade for the season.

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How to Create a Magical Porch, Patio, or Deck

Transform your outdoor space into a magical oasis with the right lighting and decorations! With some simple additions, you can create an inviting porch, patio, or deck that will make any gathering of family and friends special.

Whether it’s just for yourself or to entertain guests, adding outdoor living elements like string lights, lanterns, candles, cushions and rugs can help set the perfect mood.

You’ll be amazed at how quickly your porch or patio is transformed from dull to dazzling! Let’s explore some ideas on how to bring life to your outdoor space with lighting and decorations.

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Using Shadows to Create Dramatic Landscape Lighting Effects

Backyard lighting is more than just functional, it can be an art form.

Sure, outdoor lighting has its practical uses, such as lighting gathering spaces and illuminating walkways, but it can achieve those things and more with a little ingenuity.

By creatively placing lighting around your San Diego property, you can create dramatic lighting effects that will impress your guests and highlight features of your yard. With the right techniques, you’ll create an outdoor space that you’ll want to spend more time in when the sun goes down.

Here are some landscape lighting ideas to enhance your property.

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Outdoor Lighting Project in La Jolla, CA

Working in the lighting design field, it is the top priority to make sure that the client gets exactly what he/she wanted… and then some.
With the La Jolla project, we were hired by the property manager (Pim Handgraaf from Handgraaf Estates) and he explained us that the principal was looking to completely overhaul all outdoor lighting fixtures. Since the completion of the house 15 years ago, most of the light fixtures were falling from trees, broken or so heavily oxidized due to the proximity to the ocean, that they barely functioned. Meaning there was a lot of work to be done.

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Everything You Need to Know About Color Tone for Outdoor Lighting

The average American household spends over $5,500 on energy each year.

Our investment in blinking and twinkling is more than just cosmetic. The right lighting can help you see clearly, find the right location, and even prevent crime.

If you are considering adding some lighting to your outdoor landscape in the La Jolla or the surrounding area, it is possible you have heard the term “color tone.” What is color tone, and how can you use it to bring drama and class to your landscape? Here are some ideas.

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Direct Light vs Indirect Light: How to Make the Most of Both

Making use of lights in the interior and exterior of your house can make a huge difference to the overall look of your home.

Both indirect light and direct light have their own benefits, and if used correctly, landscape lighting can give your Del Mar home a stylish and an unconventional look.

Unfortunately, many people don’t understand the differences between indirect and direct light, and often make the wrong decision on which to choose.

Here is a brief explanation of what indirect and direct lighting are, and how they can benefit you.

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How to Clean Outdoor Light Fixtures

Did you know that the recommended lighting level for outdoor activities and safety is 45 lumens per square yard? For reference, that’s the same level as a bright dining room. A typical entranceway lighting fixture is bright enough to read an address, but not to read a book.

Dust, dirt, and bugs can reduce light output by more than half if allowed to build up. Regular cleaning is needed to maintain brightness. Some lighting systems have lenses that need special care.

Materials such as plastic and acrylic scratch easily and can yellow. On top of that, you are probably doing your cleaning on a high ladder. If you are wondering how to clean outdoor light fixtures for your San Diego home, here are a few tips.

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