Step & Deck Lights

Safety is another area that outdoor deck lighting addresses, preventing people from stumbling around in the dark or tripping on unseen steps. The step lighting creates an inviting and pleasant atmosphere for the enjoyment and comfort of your family and guests.

The choices for outdoor deck lighting a as varied as the types of decks in use. So whether your deck is made of wood, concrete, tile, or rock pavers, there are deck lighting fixtures to compliment it. Outdoor deck lighting fixtures are available in plastic, aluminum, brass, stainless steel, and even copper! The types of fixtures include lights that can be aimed up or down to illuminate walls and railing, or lights that mount flush in the deck floor to denote the perimeter, or lights that mount under the deck railing to light up the deck floor. Installation of deck lighting is a simple process, well within the capability of most homeowners and amateur handyman types. Most low voltage (12 volt) lighting fixtures come with installation instructions, or you can use the tips and installation instructions found on our website. Low voltage deck lighting does not require a building permit or the necessity of hiring a licensed contractor. No extensive electrical conduit or junction boxes need to be run. Wiring an outdoor deck lighting system is as simple as hooking up speaker to your stereo. Each deck lighting system uses a self contained transformer that plugs into a standard house electrical outlet, and the lights are hooked up to a looped circuit that allows you to run them in series like Christmas tree lights. They use a simple 2 conductor insulated wire about the size of a lamp cord, which can easily be concealed behind or below the deck for a clean look. One transformer can handle a set of lights surrounding your deck, a few lights shining down on the central area, several lights illuminating the steps or entry way, and a couple lights over your tables, BBQ, or food preparation areas.

All of our low voltage outdoor deck lighting is completely weatherproof, including the transformer, so you don’t have to worry during inclement weather. There are deck lighting fixtures to fit all budgets and tastes. For that really high end look be sure to check out our Brass and Copper Series by Vista Lighting that includes matching Spot, Flood, Step, Deck, and well lights. This allows you to install a deck lighting system that has all the elements you need with a consistent look and feel, and one that compliments the design of your outdoor deck. Please feel free to consult our expert staff of deck lighting customer service representatives if you have any questions or need help choosing the right fixtures for your specific situation. We are also happy to assist you in choosing the proper transformer, wire, and connectors to complete your outdoor deck lighting project quickly and easily.

Don’t let your outdoor deck or patio area remain unused due to darkness, light it up today with a quality outdoor deck lighting system from 12voltOutdoorLighting.com.

Everyone wants to add value to their homes, right? If so, what is holding you back from setting up and outdoor deck lighting system that will make your beautiful daytime deck fully accessible by night? Deck lighting will create an atmosphere of usable space where previously you had been hesitant to go. If you are looking into selling your home, or simply getting the highest and best use out of it, outdoor deck lighting is a must.

The best place to begin is to identify the design of your deck, and plan around that. What kind of lighting will be best: post cap lighting, post base lighting, pathway lights, accent lights, or how about recessed lights? The correct answer depends on your situation and your tastes. Post cap and post base lighting are quite similar. They are fixtures that attach to a deck railing or deck post and project light for 360 degrees around them. They come in a variety of colors, sizes, and designs. Check out the section of our website highlighting their appearances to see if this style fits you and your home.

Pathway lights are another alternative. These lights are at ground level. Generally they are nailed to the ground or posted into a grassy area using stakes. Cabling runs easily from light to light without obstructing anything. The wiring will be trenched underground so as to endure the effects of wet weather. Pathway lighting is a great option but may be deficient in the quality of the light it projects. We recommend you take a tour of this section of the website, as well as the appearances of some completed decks or backyard patios to determine if this type of outdoor deck lighting is aesthetically pleasing to you.

The next option is accent lights. Outdoor accent lighting is very close in style to indoor sconce lighting. These types of lights hang off the wall or a post/railing on your deck and come in a wide variety of appearances. These lights can be shaped like candles, traditional lamps, or any other geometric design you prefer. It is simply, again, a matter of personal preference. Accent lighting, like sconce lighting, will give off light in a downward direction and will be ideal for keeping dark outdoor decks safe and accessible. These accent lights are highly recommended as cost and space saving devices due to their small size and low power usage.

One great additional option is recessed lighting. This may be the most popular type of deck lighting available. Recessed deck lighting will be flush with your deck. They are unobtrusive and provide adequate lighting to keep the deck unencumbered yet usable and safe in the dark. Simply light up the perimeter of any decks or walkways, and tread away on them without worrying about breaking them. This type of deck lighting is extremely durable to moist or harsh climates as well as to the soles of your shoes. So go check out our variety of recessed deck lighting available on our website.

Finally, if you would like to be eco friendly and truly save on energy costs, there are photo cell deck lights (solar) available as well. These will work well for patios or in the sun, but if your deck is covered, you may want to steer clear of these as they need enough sun exposure to fully charge the batteries. We encourage you to do some more research and continue reading the guides available here, and enjoy the benefits your new deck lighting system will provide. Close -