Nothing beats the enjoyment you receive from the hours of work you put into your garden. Why not extend that feeling beyond sunset and into the darker hours with some innovative tips for adding to the design of your garden?
Solar Lights - Solar lights these days come in every shape and size imaginable. From small color changing globes to post lamps that look like they come right from the cobble stoned streets of merry olde England. State-of-the-art solar products use light emitting diodes (LEDs), which use less power, require smaller panels to absorb sunlight, and last much longer. The average cost is very low so you're able to change them out as your style changes.
Low Voltage Lights: These are safe to use, and will not cause an electric shock even in wet areas, but be patient with your visitors if they question you. Do your research to find the correct low voltage adapter. The best one you can get easily converts the normal 110 current from your home to a lower voltage for the garden area. I chose two 300 watt circuits that can accommodate up to ten 30-watt lamps each. You also have other choices when it comes to adapters as can have a sensor to light them after sunset, or a motion sensor if you want to save on your electric bill.
Lighting Placement: Of course, as you plan the backyard's design, you must illuminate the path to both your front and rear doors, but you can also have some fun with your plan. You might choose to have them placed to take a visitor on a tour of the unique landscaping you've produced. You want to present a serene environment that takes them away from their actual surroundings. It's all based on your own creativity and boundless imagination.
Safety Tip: You must be absolutely sure to put safety first! All kinds of electrical devices, from low voltage lighting transformers, fountains, and even wireless speakers need to be installed with a GFCI breaker. You have a choice of the Ground Fault Circuit Interrupt being wired into the electrical panel, or at the outlet where you plan to plug in the device.
This would be the time to get a professional electrician to do the installation, as this is considered extremely important for safety purposes.
Author Resource:
Faye writes a lot of articles about solar powered garden lights and about finding and buying garden lights on the internet.
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