When you put a lot of effort into decorating your outdoor space it only makes sense you want to get as much enjoyment out of it as possible, and in order to do that you will want to add some kind of lighting to the space so that you can enjoy it even when the sun starts to go down on those warm, beautiful summer nights. Not every patio is going to require the same amount of lighting, or even same style of lighting, as any other space so it’s important to really look at the space you have. Here are five unique ways to light up your outdoor space, which will make your patio one all your guests will remember and enjoy for summers to come.
String Lighting
This kind of lighting is especially amazing if you have a gazebo or some kind of pavilion because you can wind it around the columns and the top of the structure. This way it kind of seems as though the lighting is built in and it’s very natural. If you have tables in your patio seating you can add small table lamps to string lighting to enhance the natural lighting effect while keeping it soft and cozy.
Internal Lighting
If your home is set up with large windows facing your outdoor space, you can utilize the lighting your home already has by pulling back any window covering and allowing the light to flow outside into your space. This is especially effective if your patio, or backyard, is on the smaller side and you don’t have a large area to light up.
Under Furniture LED Lighting
With a clean, modern look to your outdoor space it only makes sense you want the lighting to match. You can add a cool, contemporary vibe to your already modern space by adding LED lighting under the furniture in your outdoor space. The lighting is almost like rope lighting and can be installed under all pieces, or select pieces depending on your needs.
Projected Lighting
This kind of lighting is also normally found with contemporary patios. Projected lighting is very similar to pot lights, except they are not installed in a ceiling but rather in places like flowerbeds, gardens, deck planks or potted plants. They tend to look a little like spotlights, however when placed appropriately they can completely light up a previously dark outdoor space.
Floor Lighting
This is similar to projected lighting, except that it is installed in the floor of your outdoor space. This kind of lighting is normally not LED, so it gives a much more warm, natural and cozy feel to the space. It can also be installed in stairs to ensure your outdoor space is safe and stylish.
Even though these lighting styles are unique, there are a lot of other ways you can light up your outdoor space. Your outdoor space is definitely a reflection of your personal style so anyway you choose to light up your patio in order to use it more often is unique because it’s a piece of your home completely chosen by you. You could even combine styles of lighting if your outdoor space is especially large or you are drawn to more than one look.
