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Nov
2019

Here's Your Complete Guide to Outdoor Lighting Ideas

It's easy to forget about the exterior of your home when you've got so much going on inside, but have you ever thought about how your home makes you or guests feel on arrival? Or, how about the finishing touch on your patio that will actually make it functional after dark? Want to know the trick to sorting it all? Two words: outdoor lighting. Discover our top tips on what to buy and where, as well as some easy but gorgeous outdoor lighting ideas.

Types of Outdoor Lighting

When it comes to the best options for outdoor lighting, there's plenty of styles to choose from. Whether you're looking for something to blend in with your design or fixtures that will add character, these styles are all up for consideration.

Wall Sconce

If square footage is an issue in your porch or backyard, the trusty wall sconce is the answer. Saving on floor space and lighting up the night, outdoor wall sconces and wall lights will add a modern touch to your outdoor space.

Table Lamps & Lanterns

Table lamps and lanterns are a great way to add an immediate lighting fix to your patio space. Simply pop them around the garden or on your outdoor dining set — just make sure they're suited for outdoor use, or better yet, solar- or battery-operated so you don't have to deal with cords.

Pendant Lighting

Perfect your al-fresco dining space by adding a few pendant lights to the space (obviously you'll need a gazebo or porch to start). Eating outside has never looked so good.

String Lighting

You might think that fairy lights are reserved for the kids' bedrooms, but string lights are the perfect way to bring a starry night sky closer to your dinner table. Plus, you can choose between Edison-style bulbs, bohemian lanterns, or colorful globes to match your decor.

Path Lighting

Path lighting is a pretty sweet way to lead guests up to your house and keep them from falling off the beaten track. These stake lights are normally solar-powered too — meaning no cords and no extra electricity.

Outdoor Lighting Styles

Now that we've covered the types of outdoor lighting available, it's time to think about the styles you might like to go for instead. Get ready for the fun part ...

Boho Outdoor Lighting

It's pretty easy to go boho when it comes to outdoor lighting, as most options come in a rattan or wicker material. For something different, hang or lazily place Moroccan or paper lanterns around trees for an ethereal feel.

Farmhouse Outdoor Lighting

There's no harm in keeping things simple, and a string of lights across your yard will totally be in keeping with a barn or farmhouse aesthetic. If you really want to go all out on the rustic vibes, add in a fire pit, which will not only offer light, but also warmth.

Mediterranean Outdoor Lighting

Make like the Europeans and become a master at outdoor dining. Create the look of Spanish moss with string lights, wrapping them around a pergola and letting the ends cascade downwards. No pergola? No worries: Hang them on trees instead.

Modern Outdoor Lighting

A modern home requires modern lighting options, and wall sconces, pendant lights, and string lighting will all do the trick when decking out your patio. Just look out for streamlined shapes and slick finishes.

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