Deck & Balcony Lighting

Many people build decks and balconies onto their homes to enjoy the outdoor atmosphere. Decks and balconies are used for entertaining guests, cooking outdoor meals and relaxing with friends and family. An important part of this is using deck and balcony lighting so that the evenings can be included in the enjoyment of the backyard. Deck and balcony lighting is an important part of creating a decorative ambiance outside, but it is also a good way to provide a well-lit and safe environment.

Sconce Lighting

Deck and balcony lighting can be of similar styling as is used indoors. Many homeowners use sconces to enhance their interior décor, and sconces can be used for deck and balcony lighting as well. Scones on the deck or the balcony can be placed on the outside walls to light up a set of table and chairs so that family and friends can relax, dine or have a conversation. This style of deck and balcony lighting is often referred to as accent lighting, because it accents the chosen exterior décor.

Post Cap Lighting

Railings and walkways that are included with many decks and balconies often have posts for support. These posts can be capped with deck and balcony lighting, which will provide more of a 360 degree field of light for the entire deck and balcony. These will also provide a good amount of light for stairs and walkways that may be harder to see at night.

Pathway Lighting

Pathway lighting will serve a useful purpose for areas around a deck, and even a second-floor balcony. This lighting is generally in the form of posts that are placed along a pathway with a light on top. They can also be small, individual lighting units that can be either attached to existing posts or can be mounted on stakes for lighting at ground level.

Solar Lighting

The innovation of rechargeable solar cells can be applied to deck and balcony lighting. These cells store any sunlight that is available during the day, and can then be used to power deck and balcony lighting of various sizes and styles, depending on the storage capacity of the solar cells.

Tiki Torches

One of the oldest and still most popular styles of deck and balcony lighting is the use of tiki torches. These usually require the use of a fuel such as propane for lighting, yet some newer models replicate the look of a standard tiki torch by using electric lighting fixtures. Anchors can be used as well to make these torches more portable.

References

• Outdoor Wall Lighting with Leaf Design
• LED Solar Post Cap
• Tiki-Torch Anchors