Hello,
we would like to install an outdoor wall light next to our front door (visible from the street) and additional outdoor wall lights on the terrace at the back of the house.
We are not sure whether to choose up/down lighting or direct lighting (or maybe use different solutions for the different areas).
Direct lighting may illuminate more, but it could also cause glare and become annoying, for example when sitting on the terrace facing that direction.
Perhaps an adjustable up/down light would be better (e.g., IP44 slat, just to give you an idea).
What are your experiences?
Thank you in advance!
we would like to install an outdoor wall light next to our front door (visible from the street) and additional outdoor wall lights on the terrace at the back of the house.
We are not sure whether to choose up/down lighting or direct lighting (or maybe use different solutions for the different areas).
Direct lighting may illuminate more, but it could also cause glare and become annoying, for example when sitting on the terrace facing that direction.
Perhaps an adjustable up/down light would be better (e.g., IP44 slat, just to give you an idea).
What are your experiences?
Thank you in advance!
chrisw81 schrieb:
Thanks for the tip!
I really like the Philipps Tuar.
Would you say the brightness is enough, even if you’re sitting outside in the dark and having a meal, for example? Yep, I would say it’s sufficient.
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Kalter.Kaffee7 Nov 2020 19:22Our development plan includes the following clause regarding lighting; it might be worth checking if you need to consider something similar:
7.3 Area Lighting
To protect nocturnal insects, street and pathway lighting must be equipped with insect-friendly lamps that meet current state-of-the-art standards.
Fixtures should be chosen that direct light downward and do not produce light pollution.
Continuous private lighting is not permitted.
7.3 Area Lighting
To protect nocturnal insects, street and pathway lighting must be equipped with insect-friendly lamps that meet current state-of-the-art standards.
Fixtures should be chosen that direct light downward and do not produce light pollution.
Continuous private lighting is not permitted.
Kalter.Kaffee schrieb:
In our zoning plan, there is the following clause regarding lighting. Maybe check if you need to consider something similar:
7.3 Area Lighting
To protect nocturnal insects, street and pathway lighting must be equipped with insect-friendly lamps according to the latest state of the art. Fixtures should direct light downward and avoid stray light. Private permanent lighting is not permitted. There’s such a variety of regulations... I think it’s common courtesy to use lighting that doesn’t drive the neighbors crazy.
Still, our architect would often say: they all have some sort of restriction. For every little thing, those idiots come up with some rule or regulation.
Hello,
personally, I prefer indirect lighting that is cast onto the façade (see photos). I haven’t tried reading outside after sunset, but I think it would be too dark for me.
Our neighbors sometimes use direct lighting. However, it causes glare, feels uncomfortable, and you can see less when looking toward the house because of the glare effect.
Best regards,
Michael
personally, I prefer indirect lighting that is cast onto the façade (see photos). I haven’t tried reading outside after sunset, but I think it would be too dark for me.
Our neighbors sometimes use direct lighting. However, it causes glare, feels uncomfortable, and you can see less when looking toward the house because of the glare effect.
Best regards,
Michael
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Piotr19819 Nov 2020 07:45Chasqui schrieb:
Hello,
personally, I prefer indirect lighting, which is emitted over the facade (see photos). However, I haven't tried reading outside after sunset. I think it would be too dark for that at my place.
Our neighbors sometimes use direct lighting. However, that causes glare, feels uncomfortable, and makes it harder to see when looking towards the house because of the glare.
Best regards,
Michael I like it.
What kind of fixtures are those?
Can you tell me at what height you installed them (top edge of finished floor)?
Thanks
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