Top Tips for Lighting Your Garden for Spring & Summer

Top Tips for Lighting Your Garden for Spring & Summer

As the days grow longer and the evenings become warmer, now is the perfect time to refresh your garden lighting for spring and ahead of summer. Thoughtfully designed outdoor lighting can transform your space into a beautiful, inviting, and functional area to enjoy well into the night. Here are our top tips to help you make the most of your garden lighting this season:

 
1. Layer Your Lighting
 
Just like indoor spaces, layering your outdoor lighting creates depth and ambiance. Combine different lighting types, such as pathway lights, wall lights, and spotlights, to highlight various elements of your garden.
 
2. Use Warm White LEDs
 
Opt for warm white LED lights (2700K-3000K) to create a cosy and inviting atmosphere. LEDs are energy-efficient and long-lasting, making them an excellent choice for outdoor use.
 
3. Highlight Key Features
 
Draw attention to your garden’s best features with strategically placed lights. Use spotlights to showcase trees, sculptures, or water features, and wall-mounted lights to add depth to textures like brickwork or wooden panels.
 
4. Install Solar or Low-Voltage Lighting
 
For an eco-friendly option, consider solar-powered lights, which charge during the day and illuminate at night without increasing your energy bill. Low-voltage LED options are also energy-efficient and provide consistent brightness.
 
5. Illuminate Pathways & Steps
 
Ensure safety and functionality by lighting up walkways, steps, and driveways. In-ground lights, bollard lights, or LED strips along the edges create a stylish and practical solution for guiding guests around your garden.
 
6. Use Waterproof & Durable Fixtures
 
Outdoor lighting must withstand the elements, so choose weather-resistant fixtures with appropriate IP ratings (IP65 or higher) to ensure longevity and durability.
 
7. Create Cosy Seating Areas with Subtle Lighting
 
Enhance seating and dining areas with soft, indirect lighting such as lanterns, wall-mounted fixtures, or recessed lighting under benches for a comfortable and relaxing ambiance.
 
8. Plan for All-Season Enjoyment
 
Spring and summer may be the focus now, but a well-lit garden can be enjoyed year-round. Consider lighting that will enhance your outdoor space even during autumn and winter, such as up lighting trees or using fire pit lighting.
 
By following these simple tips, you can create a beautifully lit garden that is perfect for entertaining, relaxing, and enjoying the longer evenings ahead. Explore Aurora Lighting’s range of outdoor lighting solutions to bring your garden to life this season!

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Aurora Lighting UK Limited offer you the opportunity to register for a 3 year on-site* warranty on our selected Commercial & Industrial luminaires. All our products are carefully tested and are subject to the rigorous checks by the Quality Assurance Team. Within the applicable Warranty period or 3 year on-site* warranty, Aurora will replace, repair or rectify products, which are deemed to be defective because of a material or manufacturing fault, subject the following Terms & Conditions:

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•  All Commercial range products (as per our latest catalogue) that hold a 5-yearstandard warranty (excluding the Cosmos LITE Range)

•  The 3-year on-site warranty is applicable to products purchased from 1st June 2023, subject to the conditions outlined below.

•  Applies only to new products from the date of purchase from an Aurora Lighting UK Limited authorised wholesaler. Goods must be registered within 3 months of purchase date.

•  The warranty applies to goods purchased in the United Kingdom only.

•  The on-site warranty is not available to products that were purchased second hand, at an auction, or any other means.

•  The 3 year ‘on-site’ warranty applies in addition to the Terms and Conditions of our standard product warranty.

•  This policy includes replacement product and on-site charges for Aurora Lighting UK Limited approved technicians, or authorised agents that relate to faulty Aurora Lighting UK Limited products which have been installed for their intended purpose.

•  Aurora Lighting UK Limited shall only be liable for repair costs carried out by Aurora Lighting UK Limited approved technicians or authorised agents. Aurora Lighting UK Limited must receive a quotation and agree upon the amount on the quote before any replacement works commence. Any unauthorised costs or invoices will not be accepted by Aurora Lighting UK Limited.

•  This 3 year ‘on-site’ warranty is non-transferrable and is only applicable to the registered warranty holder.

•  On making an on-site warranty claim, these documents are required:

o   a. proof of purchase.
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The below are the 3 Year ‘On-Site’ Warranty exclusions.


•  Faults caused by the installer through installation errors including, but not limited to, connection to an incorrect or unstable power supply.

•  Responsibility if replacement of goods provides “mismatch” due to discontinuation of previous product.

•  Non-compliance with installation and safety regulations given in the installation instructions and BS 7671

•  If the product has not been installed by a qualified electrician if applicable by law or regulation or as instructed by Aurora Lighting UK Limited

•  Inappropriate use or intentional damage by the owner or third parties.

•  Repairs carried out by parties other than an Aurora Lighting UK Limited authorised representative.

•  Cost of access equipment for replacement or repair.

•  External influences (e.g., weather, transit damage).

•  Accidental damage.

•  Emergency lighting batteries.

•  Exceeding the product’s usage limitations.

•  Cost of disruption to company operating.

•  Delivery issues of product or its accessories.

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