6 tricks to illuminate your garden and get the most out of it!

If you are lucky enough to have a garden at home, do not miss that luxury because of the lighting! Although each garden is a world, from the blog of iluxiform.com we have compiled some tricks that you can put into practice whatever your garden is to get results that make your piece of land a more practical, beautiful and safe place.

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1. Create various environments thanks to lighting.

Natural lighting is the strong point of any outdoor space, however when night falls thanks to artificial light we can completely reinvent it and create a totally different environment from the one we have during the day. In addition, thanks to the installation of lamps of different types, in a strategic way, we can create more than one environment within the same space, thus managing to adapt it to our taste according to the needs of each moment.

Opt for the introduction of beacons or recessed spotlights that allow the regulation of light intensity to illuminate architectural or natural elements, as well as installing floor lamps in an area of benches or armchairs to enjoy a relaxed evening during summer nights. Installing complementary light points of an environmental nature will turn your garden into a pleasant and comfortable place.

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The introduction of different points of light and different types of lamps is one of the tricks that will give you the best results when it comes to illuminating your garden. For this it is essential to have different points where to install the lamps, so whenever possible it is advisable to plan the lighting in advance.

However, if you do not have that possibility, there are currently several options to install lamps if you do not have a power outlet, such as selecting solar lamps or lamps with battery. If you want to know how you can illuminate your garden without electricity, do not miss this post from the blog of iluxiform.com: How to illuminate a Garden without Electricity?

To get the type of luminaire right and its place of installation, it is important to study each specific space in a global way. If you are not sure which luminaires to choose, we recommend that you take a look at the blog post, in which we present the main types of lamps there are and their most common uses.

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As a general tip we can say that the functionality according to the uses that you are going to give to the space should be the cornerstone from which to choose how you are going to illuminate your garden. However, we recommend that in case of doubt you contact a specialist who can advise you professionally. You can send us an email to info@iluxiform.com or call us lal 977 32 85 56.

2. Get a portable outdoor lamp.

One of the formats that can bring more play to your garden is, without a doubt, a portable lamp. This type of lamps works with a rechargeable battery, which will allow you to place them wherever you want at all times. This will give you the possibility to create different and totally modifiable environments. You will have a point of light that you can move at your whim according to your needs and with which you can illuminate any corner of your garden when you need it.

More and more designer lighting brands are betting on manufacturing portable luminaires or republishing old models in this format. There are lamps of a multitude of sizes, styles and sizes... Take a look at all the portable outdoor lamps we have in iluxiform.com.

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3. Combine fabrics and lighting.

The introduction of decorative fabrics on porches, terraces or rest areas with armchairs is an option that will give you a lot of play both day and night. If you have the possibility of installing them, it is an opportunity that you can not miss and that you undoubtedly have to complement with lighting.

The combination of fabrics and light will make you able to create totally changing environments full of magic. Bet on a boho or Arabic style decoration and introduce colors such as red or orange, or give an Ibizan style to your garden with the placement of white fabrics and warm light lamps that accompany them. You can also introduce elements such as fabric lanterns, glass or even paper.

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4. Take advantage of natural elements.

Trees, flowers, plants, stones... of your garden should be part of the decoration! Therefore, they must be integrated through lighting at night. Illuminating the natural elements will make your garden a unique space and you will be able to create an environment with a very special charm.

Lighting with spotlights from below or with LEDs is a great option to turn these natural elements into real sculptures and make them take an important presence in the space. If you have tall trees or shrubs you can also choose to illuminate them by placing lamps hanging from their own branches (with solar panels) or by garlands of light.

Play with the lights and shadows that the lighting of these elements will provide you to create special environments and give prominence to a certain space. Without a doubt this is a trick that will make your garden a place where nature shines both day and night. 

5. Sign paths and stairs

There are points in a garden that must be marked correctly, since otherwise, falls or accidents could occur, such as, for example, someone tripping over a step or deviating from the road. It is essential that the lighting of your garden guarantees visibility and safety when natural light is lacking, for that reason conveniently illuminate paths and stairs, as well as other architectural elements, such as walls or baseboards, is essential in any case. 

To illuminate these elements one of the most common options and that offers the best results is the installation of beacons and overwall lamps. These are lamps that are simple to install and prepared to withstand external agents and last a long time in good condition even when outdoors. The most convenient is to use luminaires with diffusers that offer an ambient and dim light.

However, each case must be studied individually to correctly choose the lamps, since you must take into account multiple aspects. If you want to know a little more about this type of luminaires, you can read the post we prepared about them, here: 'Decorative beacons: everything you need to know'.

6. Bet on LED

Without any doubt, bet on LED lighting for your garden lamps! This type of technology allows to have a good light power with a very low consumption, something that is very convenient in outdoor lighting that in most cases is on for many hours.

In addition, if you choose to install solar lamps, LED lighting will allow them to be on much longer as they have a lower energy consumption than other technologies. Also, these are luminaires that usually have a greater durability, something to take into account when investing in this option.

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