All path lighting is not the equal in terms of quality, and we know this for a fact because we’ve replaced plenty of our competitors low-grade ones for years. One major complaint we get from homeowners is that the lighting output and spread of light is just not wide enough on the competition’s cheap fixtures. … [Read more…]
Sometimes it is the most simple additions to our home, and landscape, that we take for granted. For example, as outdoor lighting professionals we often listen as prospective clients discuss the grandeur of landscape lighting as a whole. By no means are we downplaying the aesthetics and functionality of professional landscape lighting — however, each … [Read more…]
When it comes to lighting outdoor spaces, most tend to think of simply illuminating their outdoor living structure or the exterior of their home. However, landscape lighting, one of the most underestimated aspects of outdoor illumination can actually extend the outdoor living space physically as well as visually for homeowners…especially those that have four-legged, furry … [Read more…]
When homeowners decide that it’s time to add outdoor lighting to their property, path lighting is typically a first step. Seeing the beautiful outdoor lighting on a neighbor’s property can often prompt homeowners to pick up a few lights while roaming the home improvement store over the weekend. Enticed by the energy savings that solar … [Read more…]
Here in Clearwater and Tampa Bay, we love our pools. As summer’s swelter sets in, we need a place to cool off, and like kids, we don’t want to leave the pool once the sun sets. Actually for many of us, we may not even have an opportunity for a dip until evening, after work … [Read more…]
They are cheap, plastic, black, and just a little creepy. The light they emit has an ever so slightly blue tint. You know the ones I’m talking about, the path lights that look like they belong in a science fiction movie. There are way too many of these fixtures in our world, and I am … [Read more…]
Once again, Valentine’s Day is right around the corner, the day we celebrate who and what we love. Despite all the pressure our culture puts on us during this time to do something amazing, don’t get stressed out. While fancy dinners and elaborate surprises are wonderful, often the moments we remember most are the quiet … [Read more…]
Every Independence day, Americans paint the sky red, white and blue with spectacular fireworks and sparkling celebrations. We flock to the nearest open field or 4th of July festival to catch the show that only comes once a year. But Roman Candles and firecrackers only captivate a crowd for a couple of minutes before they … [Read more…]
What do fathers and outdoor lighting have in common? Fathers and outdoor lighting both make us feel relaxed, comforted and safe. If your dad is like mine, I bet he takes pride in the countless hours he has spent in the yard, planting, weeding, and trimming. Fathers love their outdoor spaces so why not give … [Read more…]
I hope that each of you had a wonderful holiday weekend. Memorial Day always seems to come at just the right time – when we are itching to spend more time outside. Did you spend the weekend with family and friends? Maybe you attended a cook out or barbeque at their home. Outdoors, you probably … [Read more…]
Mom. Our light in the dark of night, someone we trust and love. Moms send out rays of light to those around them, trust and comfort to those who travel in their paths. They stand strong, shining brightly in the background until their light is needed to guide loved ones. All these reasons are exactly … [Read more…]
At Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Clearwater & Tampa Bay, we have a vast array of outdoor lights. From flood lights to underwater fixtures, whatever the landscape calls for, we have it. Today I want to take the time to highlight one of our most unique fixtures: the BB-07 path light with a half top. One … [Read more…]