To most homeowners, outdoor lighting means a pair of decorative wall sconces by the front door, a few lights along the walkway and perhaps floodlights for security. Exterior lighting can do much more.

An exterior luminaire, or fixture, must be constructed to withstand its intended use and operate in harsh ambient conditions, such as a corrosive chemical environment or in an area where vibration, ...

When it comes to egress lighting requirements, there is conflicting verbiage between the Life Safety Code (NFPA 101), the Uniform Building Code (UBC), and the International Building Code (IBC). This ...

Whether for convenience, security or decoration, you've got a growing number of ways to bring smart lighting to your home's exterior. Let's take a look. Originally hailing from Troy, Ohio, Ry Crist is ...

Curb appeal creates a first impression of your home in the minds of visitors and potential buyers, and lighting plays an important role in establishing a home's curb appeal. Some exterior lighting ...

When you’re designing a product, there’s always a vision in mind – features that will captivate your audience and unique qualities that set your creation apart from the rest. The Exterior Linear Pro ...

Forget the floodlights. The key to effectively illuminating your yard or patio at night is subtlety. By Tim McKeough It’s that time of year again. Gardens, terraces and yards are coming alive with ...

We may receive a commission on purchases made from links. While outdoor lights are certainly useful for illuminating exterior walkways and door entrances, they can also go a long way towards ...

Outdoor lights improve home security and safety, plus they’re relatively inexpensive and tackling installation is typically an easy weekend DIY project. Along with practical applications, outdoor ...

During the summer, the days pass along languidly and the warm sunny evenings are perfect for brainstorming backyard lighting ideas for your outdoor area. The sun doesn’t set until 8 p.m., and the al ...

Breckenridge Town Council approved conceptual changes to the town’s exterior lighting code that pertains to decorative lighting at its Tuesday, Nov. 28, meeting. While the Council approved changes ...