Battery Patio Lights Go Really Well With Umbrellas

Feb 012011
 

Battery patio lights comes in different forms. You could choose to use a single battery powered light, or a string of lights attached to a battery pack. They’re really easy to set up, and they work great for creating ambiance during a quiet dinner or an evening picnic. Battery lights are convenient for patio umbrellas, because the wiring is limited and there is less tangle involved, which reduces the possibility of electric accidents.

If you’re using a single light, you have to set up your patio umbrella. All you really need is a screwdriver, though you could make do with a butter knife if necessary.

Outdoor patio umbrella lights are usually clamped to the umbrella pole so that the light is distributed evenly within the shade. Clamping the light to the stand is also a safer method of holding the light in place, since the stand is firm and stable. Attaching the lights to the fabric of the umbrella will keep the light swaying and could even create a fire hazard.

To attach the clamp, remove the umbrella from its stand. Slip the lamp clamp onto the umbrella pole and slide it to an appropriate height. It should be high enough for maximum illumination, but it shouldn’t brush against the fabric of the umbrella. Tighten the clamp so that it stays in place and doesn’t slide down the pole.

Should you choose to go with outdoor string lights instead, the process is equally simple. Place the umbrella firmly in its stand, then stretch out the string lights to get rid of any tangles. A patio umbrella usually has eight ribs that hold the fabric in place. String lights usually come in eights as well, so place a light on each rib, stringing the wiring in place over the ribs. Avoid hanging wires which can be tripped by outstretched arms or other activities on the table. Stretch the string round the edge of the umbrella, and attach the battery pack onto the umbrella stand. Fix the wires to the battery pack so that they can access the power source.

Battery patio lights usually work better than string lights that run off a fuse box, because with the latter, you need an extension cord to connect the lights to the power outlet, and that provides a lot more wiring for people to trip over.

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Outdoor Tree Lighting

May 232010
 

OK, so you want to light up your property like downtown Tokyo. You figure the best way to start is by finding some great outdoor tree lighting that will really accentuate what you’ve got. But where the heck do you start?
Well, to begin with, you’ll need to assess the size shapes of the trees you want to light up. Position and textures will also be important.

Choosing Your Trees

This is an aesthetic process. You will want to find the trees that look the best in your eyes, and then light them up colorfully. Find trees that have good structure, that cast great silhouettes, and that are unobstructed from view at a distance.

Choosing Your Light Fixtures

Recessed fixtures, or stake mounted fixtures are the most common for outdoor tree lighting. Recessed lights have very little flexibility, and limited beam angles to choose from, but are stable and difficult to disturb. The stake mounted lights are easier to install, and have greater flexibility, yet they’re subject to being knocked out of position rather easily.

Choosing Your Viewing Distance

Ok, you’ve chosen some trees, and chosen some lights. Now you need to figure out at what distance your trees will be viewed at most of the time. Distance and viewing angle are important because those trees farther away will need brighter illumination than those closer up. It’s all a balancing act, and you’ll need to make some adjustments in the beginning to get things looking right.
Also keep in mind that the brighter the color of the tree canopy, the less light is needed to get the effect you want.

Choosing Your Fixture Positioning

Finally, there’s one more thing about outdoor tree lighting you’ll need to consider: and that’s choosing the best way to light your trees. See, you can light your trees either from underneath, or from further away on the outside of the canopy. Trees with s sparse canopy are idea for lighting from underneath. The tree lighting will be able to flow all the way up the tree for great effect. On the other hand, trees with very dense canopy will benefit more from being lit from farther away, outside their canopy. Front or side-lit trees with dense canopy will reflect lighting very nicely.

With some careful thought, and some trial-and-error placements, you will have a gorgeous display in no time that compliments your outdoor deck lighting! But remember, there’s a whole lot more to consider when designing your outdoor space. So be sure to check out some of our other featured articles!

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