Lighting The Outdoors With Solar Power

Are you thinking of  giving your garden a dramatic makeover, or just adding the finishing touches? By installing solar lights outdoors you get all the benefits of a well planned lighting scheme, without having to worry about an escalating electricity bill. Paying for the lights and any installation will be the only cost to consider. 

Solar powered outdoor lights are an attractive option, both aesthetically and financially. Fitting solar lights outdoors means that you can enjoy the delights of your outdoor space all year round. You may not choose to spend too much time outdoors during the winter months, but you will be able to enjoy the sights and sounds of the changing seasons from the comfort of your own home, as your solar powered outdoor lights put everything on display.

Popular Solar Lights Outdoors

People choose to install solar lights outdoors for different reasons. Here are some of the most popular uses for solar powered outdoor lights.

Garden Lights

A great renewable energy option to bring light and a design scheme to your outside spaces. You can choose to illuminate a pathway all year round, by positioning solar lights outdoors along the edge of the walkway. Alternatively you could stagger a collection of lights throughout the borders and floral features, to display the aspects of the garden you are most proud of.
Some people prefer to use solar lighting to add light to dark corners, for added interest. Enjoy your patio late into the evening, without having to consider the cost of energy.

Security Lights

There’s a wide range of solar security lights on the market. Popular in domestic and commercial settings alike, property owners can choose to place them around the house, office or industrial premises. Security lighting offers peace of mind. When it’s solar powered, there’s no need to rely on a potentially unstable electricity supply to keep your building well lit, in a bid to deter trespassers.

Available in a range of sizes and designs, you will be able to select a range that compliments your surroundings.

Solar Wall Lights

Solar wall lights have more than one use. They can provide a decorative addition to walls and fencing; they can also double up as a security deterrent, if fitted with a motion sensor. 

One of the main benefits of solar wall lights is that you can place them exactly where you want them. Since they don’t depend on an electrical circuit to function, you’re not limited when choosing their layout.

How do they work?

If you’re left wondering how solar lights work, here’s a simple explanation.

Solar lights work because they are fitted with a solar PV cell. This absorbs sunlight and turns it into electricity. This, in turn, is stored in a rechargeable battery. 

A photoresistor (darkness sensor) determines when the light is activated. This will only occur when darkness is detected, thus preventing it from lighting up during daylight hours.

There’s no denying that solar lighting provides a great alternative to mains powered lighting. When you install solar lighting you have the opportunity to choose the exact placement of the units. In addition to this they are safer and much easier to install. 

If you’re considering setting up a solar lighting system you should get in touch with the experts at IOS LIghting. They have a wealth of experience in lighting of all descriptions, and will be able to guide you through the process with ease.