Types Of Outdoor Lighting Styles For Front Doors

The entrance to your home, including the front door light, helps set the tone for the rest of the house. Front door lights can be decorative and welcoming, or a security feature.  Front door lights with sensors can be both. You may not have spent much time thinking about your outside front door lights. So here’s a helpful guide to show you how to get your front door light just right.

Types Of Outside Front Door Lights

Before you get onto the more interesting part of choosing your front door light, you should determine the type of light that’s best for your needs.

LED Lights

LED lights are a great energy saving option. They are around 80% more efficient than your traditional lights and much longer lasting too.

Solar Powered

Another energy efficient and eco friendly option. Solar powered lights will save you money on your energy bills in the long run.

Motion Sensor Lights

Front door lights with sensors are a great security choice and they don’t waste energy either. They will illuminate when movement is detected, be it an intruder or a welcome visitor.

Timer Based Lights

Timer based front door lights can ensure your house is lit when you’re not home. You can also customise your front door light settings to light up the entrance at times you regularly come and go.

Once you’ve determined the functional aspect of your light you should think about what its main purpose will be. Of course, the main reason you have a light is to illuminate the area, but think about how and why you need the lighting.

Decoration

For some, a front door light is simply a decorative feature. Lighting in this area can be used to add interest and to compliment the style of door and entrance to your home. A period property might suit a large pendant light hanging in front of the doorway, providing you have enough height. Alternatively, lantern style wall lights can add an authentic touch.

For a minimalist, modern entrance you could opt for sleek brushed stainless steel to light the way. Make sure the lighting style and finish are in keeping with the style of the house and front door;  and don’t be afraid to overscale in this department, to create a real impact.

Security

Function over form is often the way to go if security is your number one priority. However, you don’t have to compromise on style, as there are many front door lights with sensors that are a strong deterrent to intruders, but also add interest as a decorative feature. Motion sensor lights will alert you to visitors, welcome or otherwise, to your front door. They will also light up the entrance for you on your return, making finding the front door keys a little easier. 

There are so many options when it comes to creating a well lit entrance to your home. You don’t need to choose between style and function. You’ll find that many lighting styles, both traditional and contemporary, are available in standard lighting, timed lights and motion sensor options.

For the best all round choice take a look at IOS Lighting. They have front door lighting to suit all tastes and budgets. Speak to one of their experts to discover the best lighting scheme for your needs.