How High Should I Hang My Exterior Wall Light?
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General Height Recommendations
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An exterior wall light brings a warm ambiance to the home while illuminating the entryway. Lamps Plus states, "The height of an outdoor wall light should be approximately one-third the height of the door. If you use lights on either side of the door the height can be one-quarter the height." This height not only provides enough lighting for you to see, but also give the home a welcoming appearance.
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Lights for Safety
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Outdoor wall lights for safety only are hung much higher than the general recommendations. Mounted close to the roof, they light a larger area than typical, decorative outdoor lights--a light mounted close to a garage roof brightens the driveway so a driver can see better in the dark, and a floodlight is used rather than a decorative light.
Bottom Line
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A decorative outdoor wall light should be hung at a height equivalent to one-third the height of the door (or one-quarter if placed on either side of the door) for the best visual appeal. To light a larger area for safety reasons, a higher wattage should be used and placed much higher.
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