Outdoor Lighting
Outdoor lighting makes a big difference. It turns decks, yards, and walkways into spaces you can actually use after dark. It also makes everything safer, highlights the best parts of your property, and keeps unwanted visitors away. In a place with short summers, like Winnipeg, lighting gives you more time outside without changing a thing about the weather.
What Outdoor Lighting Does
Outdoor lighting is built to handle the elements. It’s not just about adding brightness. It’s about using light in smart ways:
- Lighting up stairs and paths so no one trips in the dark
- Highlighting features like trees, pergolas, or stonework
- Creating a warm atmosphere for relaxing or entertaining
- Adding security around doors, driveways, and hidden corners
We work with in-lite lighting. It’s built for Canadian weather, uses low-voltage LED, and comes with a 5-year warranty. It’s energy efficient and lasts for years. You can control it through their Smart-HUB system and app, which makes it easy to run different zones at once.
The system has everything needed for a clean install: fixtures, transformers, caps, ground spikes, splitters, shutters, cover plates, and more. It’s flexible and works for both new builds and retrofits.
Where Lighting Works Best
Deck surfaces and borders
Recessed lights sit flush with deck boards and edges. They give a subtle glow and keep walking areas clear.
Stairs
Riser or under-step lighting makes stairs safer at night and gives them a nice outline.
Posts and railings
Post lights or under-rail LED strips light up the perimeter without being harsh.
Pergolas and overhead structures
Lights mounted in pergola joists or hanging string lights brighten the space above. They make the whole area feel more inviting.
Outdoor kitchens and counters
Under-counter lights add task lighting for cooking, prep, and serving.
Spotlights and accent lighting
A few spotlights aimed at trees, shrubs, or walls can create depth and highlight your yard’s best features.
Walls, fences, and pillars
Wall lights give vertical surfaces a soft glow and help define spaces.
Pathways and driveways
Bollards or recessed ground lights guide the way and make walkways safer.
Motion and security lighting
Motion-sensor lights are smart for corners, entry points, or the edge of a property. They turn on only when needed.
Lanterns and string lights
Lanterns and string lights are flexible and good for seasonal changes or extra atmosphere.
How to Choose the Right Lights
- Match the fixtures to your home. Modern spaces work with recessed or under-cap lights. Traditional spaces often look better with lanterns or post caps. Rustic spaces suit weathered or natural finishes.
- Scale matters. Large decks can handle more lights and a mix of styles. Smaller spaces look best with subtle touches.
- Think about zones. Use bright lights where you cook or eat. Keep lounging areas softer and more relaxed.
- LEDs use far less power and last longer. Use timers, dimmers, or app control to fine-tune how everything runs.
- Make sure fixtures are built for harsh weather. They need to handle freeze-thaw cycles, rain, and UV.
- Layer your lighting. Mix ambient, task, and accent lighting for balance.
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Start Your Lighting Plan
Lighting isn’t just a finishing touch. It’s part of how you use your space. We can design and install a system that fits your home, works year-round, and looks good day and night.