Over the last few years, LED lighting has quickly shifted from a popular trend to the dominant form of consumer lighting. LED lighting us a much smarter choice for the environment than standard light bulbs, both incandescent and CFL. While they remain slightly more expensive, they last significantly longer, saving you money in the long […]
Lighting Your Landscaping For An Overall Better Yard Appearance
Posted Dec 15 2019 by NightVision Outdoor Lighting in Deck Lighting, Landscape Lighting, LED Lighting, Yard Lighting with 0 Comments
Garden lights, outdoor lighting, and even deck lighting can significantly enhance even the most basic of homes. To get the best results, there are some essential tips worth considering when it comes to lighting your landscaping. For example, in most instances, it is better to use less lighting as opposed to using more lighting. Too […]
What is the Difference Between LED and Halogen Systems?
Posted Jul 15 2019 by NightVision Outdoor Lighting in Blog, LED Lighting with 0 Comments
Designing and building your home or commercial outdoor lighting system comes with a series of choices you have to make. To start, a NightVision specialist will meet with you to determine your goals, what you want your completed system to look like, and what your budget is. From there, we’ll help you design a system […]
LED Use for Outdoor Lights
Posted Mar 15 2019 by NightVision Outdoor Lighting in Blog, LED Lighting, Resources with 0 Comments
Outdoor lighting has come a long way in the last decade. An industry that once relied on halogen lights has switched to nearly universal acceptance of LED outdoor lighting. The benefits are mounting, mostly in efficiency and lifespan. At the same time, upfront costs are dropping quickly, making LED a no-brainer for most outdoor lighting. […]
What Is the Best Bulb for Outdoor Landscape Lighting?
Posted Jan 16 2019 by NightVision Outdoor Lighting in Home Accent Lighting, LED Lighting, Outdoor Lighting, Outdoor Lighting Fixtures with 0 Comments
So you’ve planned out a great outdoor lighting design. You’re all ready to install your system and bask in its beautiful light. There’s just one thing missing. Before you can start, you need to figure out what bulbs you will be using. But what is the best bulb for outdoor landscape lighting? That’s a question […]
How Bright Should Outdoor Lighting Be?
Posted Nov 30 2018 by NightVision Outdoor Lighting in Home Accent Lighting, Landscape Lighting, LED Lighting, Residential Lighting, Security Lighting, Step Lighting with 0 Comments
Outdoor and landscape lighting is a great way to accent your home. But we often run across homeowners who are split on the decision to install outdoor lighting. One partner is all for it. They imagine a beautiful home with resort-style lighting. More often than not, they have seen other homes with great outdoor lighting […]
Tech Trends in Outdoor and Landscape Lighting
Posted Oct 31 2018 by NightVision Outdoor Lighting in Commercial Outdoor Lighting, Home Accent Lighting, LED Lighting, Low Voltage Lighting, Residential Lighting, Security Lighting with 0 Comments
Outdoor lighting is an exciting field these days. New technologies are expanding possibilities. Design and technology improvements are making lights more efficient and more adaptable. As wireless technology and the internet of things picks up speed, interest is growing in smart lighting systems. All of this is to say that tech trends in outdoor and […]
Top Outdoor Lighting Trends for 2018
Posted Jul 21 2018 by NightVision Outdoor Lighting in LED Lighting, Moon Lighting, Outdoor Lighting Fixtures, Residential Lighting with 0 Comments
Summer is in full swing and so is outdoor living season. There’s nothing like spending time on an elegantly lit patio or deck on a warm summer evening. If you have a backyard or garden, some strategically placed lights can turn it into a nighttime haven for relaxing and entertaining. But when it comes to […]
Picking Lights for Outdoor Landscape Lighting
Posted Jun 21 2018 by NightVision Outdoor Lighting in Landscape Lighting, LED Lighting with 0 Comments
If you’ve been thinking about installing landscape lighting around your home, you may have already visited a home improvement store. If you have, then you know first-hand just how overwhelming the options can be. There are literally hundreds of different options. You’ll see options like temperature, angle, type of bulb, just for starters. If you’re […]
Color Temperature and Landscape Lighting
Posted Feb 28 2018 by NightVision Outdoor Lighting in Deck Lighting, Landscape Lighting, LED Lighting, Moon Lighting, Outdoor Lighting, Path Lighting, Patio Lighting, Residential Lighting with 0 Comments
Choosing the color temperature of your outdoor lights is an important part of any outdoor lighting plan. With modern lighting technologies, consumers can choose not only the brightness of their lights, but the color temperature. Measured in degrees Kelvin (K), lower temperatures tend to produce a warmer amber light, while higher temperatures produce a cooler, […]
