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Outdoor lighting for homes and gardens

Outdoors a luminaire faces rain, snow and dust, so the most important selection criterion is its protection against moisture and dust (IP rating). You need less light than indoors: a path needs only a few lux, an entrance more. Below are our recommendations and luminaires rated IP44 or higher.

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Outdoor LED wall light 15W 3000K IP54 – coffee-coloured
Outdoor LED wall light 15W 3000K IP54 – coffee-coloured

Recommended lighting

Light level
5–100 lx
Paths and the garden usually need 5–20 lx; an entrance, terrace and steps 50–100 lx.
Colour temperature
2700–3000 K
Outdoors warm 2700–3000 K light is the usual choice: it dazzles less in the dark and blends with the light from the house windows.
Rain protection
IP44+
IP44 is the minimum outdoors (protection against splashing water). In an exposed spot hit by rain and wind, choose IP54 or IP65.

How to plan the light

  1. Entrance and terrace Wall lights by the door and on the terrace light the way and let you see who is at the entrance. Mount them so the light does not dazzle people walking past.
  2. Paths and steps Paths, steps and the parking area need safe, even light: freestanding or spike luminaires are suitable.
  3. Garden accents A spike luminaire to pick out a tree, shrub or wall often works well even with a low light output.

Luminaires for this room

We show only luminaires rated IP44 or higher. You will find the exact rating in the product specification.

Outdoor wall luminaires

For the entrance, terrace and garage; IP44 and higher.

Whole category: Outdoor Wall Lights
Outdoor LED step light 3W 3000K IP65
Outdoor Wall Lights

Outdoor LED step light 3W 3000K IP65

3 W · 3000 K · IP65

40.00 €
Prekė prieinama Delivery 11–28 working days

Outdoor LED step light is designed for façades, steps, terraces or entrances. The material combination of sandstone, con...

40.00 €

Freestanding and spike luminaires

For paths, flower beds and the garden; IP44 and higher.

Whole category: Outdoor Freestanding Lights

Ceiling and recessed luminaires

Under a canopy, in a terrace ceiling or surface-mounted; IP44 and higher.

Whole category: Outdoor Ceiling Lights

Frequently asked questions

What IP rating does an outdoor luminaire need?

At least IP44 outdoors, because rain can splash the luminaire. In an exposed spot that rain and wind reach, or one that is washed with a hose, choose IP54 or IP65.

How much light do paths and an entrance need?

Paths and the garden usually need 5–20 lx; an entrance, terrace and steps 50–100 lx. Outdoors the eyes adapt to the dark, so light that is too bright dazzles more than it helps.

What colour temperature suits outdoor lighting?

Usually choose warm 2700–3000 K light: it blends with the light from the house windows and dazzles less. It is worth using the same colour for all the luminaires in the yard.

Can I connect outdoor luminaires myself?

Outdoor electrical installation has to meet the requirements in force, so have luminaires connected, especially in the ground or in damp places, by a qualified electrician.