Exterior wall light placement
Advice on lighting the backyard, starting with wall lights. Down or up/down wall lights? I'm thinking 3 down lights left, middle, right, wall centered with the top flush with the top of the doors. Sconces may be more appropriate? Anyway let me know what you would do..
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bigreader
last monthJohn H
last monthNo one particular style but I'm choosing modern fixtures.
I think the down lights at the front are too low.
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Kate
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last monthOkay, since the lighting is to “light up” the outdoor area, not just for general lighting, then yes, spotlights would be best. You want them high up on the wall, so when you are walking towards the light, you are not blinded by it. Beauty of spotlights they can be pointed in any direction. Just ensure they are not annoying your neighbours. I would position them at the height of the third brick down. Single, double, single, or all double. Just depends where and how much you need lit up.
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