{"title":"Garden lighting","description":"\u003cp\u003eChoose garden lights by zone: a tall lamp post for the driveway and terrace, a low spotlight for the flowerbed, a wall light for the facade. The collection has 7 models: distribute them by use rather than lighting everything evenly, and check the useful information on each product page before style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"zone\"\u003eWhich garden light should you choose for each area to light?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCount one light source per area to light, not one per square metre: a lamp post for the driveway, two spotlights for the flowerbed, a wall light on the facade. For a spot exposed to rain and splashes, check the IP rating before style.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGarden lamp post: for which area?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA lamp post goes at the edge of a driveway or at the corner of a terrace, away from the walkway so the post is not knocked. Its high light illuminates widely and lets you walk without a torch. It also structures the garden seen from the house, like a fixed point in the view. \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/luminaires-d-exterieur-sur-pied\"\u003eGarden lamp posts\u003c\/a\u003e are chosen by post height and beam width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGarden spotlights: where to place them?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA spotlight goes at the foot of a trunk, in front of a low wall or in a flowerbed, aimed at the plants and never at the eyes. It draws a crisp pool of light or a halo on a wall, and disappears during the day. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-encastrables\"\u003eRecessed ground spotlights\u003c\/a\u003e sit flush with the lawn and resist splashes. Around a pond, choose a model designed to stay in contact with water, such as \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-d-exterieur-pour-piscine\"\u003epoolside lighting\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eWhich garden light for each area to light\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eArea\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType of light\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIP rating to favour\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhere to fix it\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCovered terrace or pergola\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePendant, outdoor chandelier, wall light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP44 if sheltered area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder the roof, out of direct splash\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDriveway and path\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLamp post or low bollard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP44 to IP65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAt the edge of the driveway, out of the walkway\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlowerbed, low wall, trunk\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAdjustable or recessed spotlight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOn the ground or as a wall light, beam towards the plants\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFacade and house wall\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOutdoor wall light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP44 to IP65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAt wall light height, out of runoff\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePoolside\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePool or outdoor ambient light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOut of the bathers' splash zone\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarage and outbuilding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLED batten or wall light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP44\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOn the ceiling or above the door\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"usage\"\u003eLamp post, lamp or garden spotlight: which light for which use?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree moves are enough: light widely and high to walk, place a pool of light near a bench or a planter, highlight a trunk or a section of wall. Each move corresponds to a type of light, and mixing the three avoids the flat blanket of a single light source.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGarden lamps: portable or fixed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA low portable lamp follows your wishes: near the bench, on the terrace table, at the edge of a planter. A fixed lamp stays in place and avoids handling. The choice depends mainly on whether there is a socket and on the risk of the light falling. For an occasional lamp placed on a piece of furniture, also take a look at \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003eall our lights by use\u003c\/a\u003e, some ranges move from indoors to the covered area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSolar garden light: what autonomy to expect?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAutonomy depends on the charge the panel receives, the number of sunshine hours during the day and the battery capacity. No universal value applies: in winter and in cloudy weather, the reserve drops. Place the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-d-exterieur-sur-pied\"\u003eoutdoor floor light\u003c\/a\u003e with the panel facing due south, away from a wall that would cast shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"solaire- raccorde\"\u003eSolar or mains-connected garden light: which to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolar avoids all wiring: it is installed where the sun reaches and switches off by itself. Mains-connected needs a power supply but lights all year round, including winter and evenings without sun. The choice depends on the sunshine in the area and on whether there is a socket or a 230 V point.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSolar garden light: where to place it so it captures sunlight?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAim the panel towards the south, tilt it slightly and clear it of growing foliage. A panel in the shade of a tree or a wall recharges poorly, even if the light itself is well placed. For a shaded flowerbed, a mains-connected model remains more consistent than a solar \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-d-exterieur-coloris-blanc\"\u003ewhite outdoor wall light\u003c\/a\u003e placed in the shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMains-connected outdoor garden light: what to plan before digging?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFirst locate the power point and the cable route, then the final position of each light, before opening a trench. Plan access to the connections and respect the IP rating at every junction. For an outbuilding or a garage, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-pour-garage\"\u003egarage and outbuilding lighting\u003c\/a\u003e is handled separately, with its own points.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eSolar or mains-connected: comparing the solutions\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCriterion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSolar light\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLow-voltage mains-connected light\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003e230 V mains light\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo wiring, easy to move\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow-voltage cable to route\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower supply to plan up to the point\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDepends on the sunshine in the area\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstant, including in winter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConstant, independent of the sun\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eClean the panel and the diffuser\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck the connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck the connections and seals\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIdeal for\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDriveway, flowerbed, terrace without a socket\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStructured garden, regular lighting\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eArea close to the house or garage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"installer\"\u003eHow to install and maintain an outdoor garden light?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFix the light away from walkways and direct splash zones, respect the IP rating of the location and keep access to the connection for maintenance. A soft cloth and a check of the fixings at each change of season are enough to extend its service life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIP44 or IP65 rating: what does this rating protect?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first digit concerns solids, the second water. IP44 covers water splashes and suits under a roof or a sheltered pergola; IP65 withstands water jets and is justified on the ground, at the edge of a pond or on a highly exposed facade. A model designed for bathroom humidity gives a useful reference, such as \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-ip44-pour-salle-de-bain\"\u003eIP44 lights\u003c\/a\u003e, but outdoors is more demanding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to avoid glare on a terrace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAim the beam towards the ground or a wall, lower the source below eye level and prefer several weak points to a single strong one. A diffuser or frosted glass softens the pool of light. Near water, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-pour-piscine\"\u003epool lights\u003c\/a\u003e are installed as grazing light in the wall, never facing the bathers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"accorder\"\u003eGarden lights: how to match them with interior decoration?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the same family of light, preferably warm, from the living room to the terrace, and repeat a material already present indoors: wood, black metal or rattan. From an open kitchen, the outdoor light is placed as a continuation of the room, without harsh contrast.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhich light colour for the living room and for the terrace?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA warm light, generally around 2700 to 3000 K, makes wood and fabrics softer; a more neutral white supports reading and work. Staying in the same family on both sides of the bay window avoids the cut-off effect. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-led-pour-salon\"\u003eLED lights for the living room\u003c\/a\u003e give temperature references directly on the product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to link a terrace to an open kitchen?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eReuse the material and colour of the room's light: black metal indoors calls for a dark colour outside, matte white continues on the facade. In the kitchen, a worktop light in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-moderne-pour-cuisine\"\u003emodern kitchen decor\u003c\/a\u003e can be echoed as a pendant under the pergola. For softer lines, look at \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-design-pour-cuisine\"\u003ekitchen decoration\u003c\/a\u003e and its rounded shapes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"veranda\"\u003eIndoor garden light: what to put in a conservatory?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn a conservatory, you can allow a more decorative light, but always check the outdoor use mention and the IP rating if the area remains humid. A garden chandelier is justified under a covered pergola, never directly exposed to rain. Indoors, a kitchen chandelier or a living room chandelier is chosen according to the room and style, without the constraints of outdoor exposure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIndoor garden light: what precautions?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA conservatory heats up strongly in summer and receives grazing light: avoid materials that are fragile to heat and pieces that fear direct sun. A floor light or a wall light fixed to the house wall remains simpler to maintain than a pendant in the centre of the glazing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGarden chandelier: possible under a covered pergola?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes, if the structure is covered, if the light is designed for outdoor use and if the frame supports its weight. Check the IP rating, the clear height above the table and the cable route. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-suspendus\"\u003ePendants for covered pergolas\u003c\/a\u003e are chosen by cable length and diffuser width.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"style\"\u003eOriginal garden lights: which styles to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn original light is chosen for its silhouette as much as its beam: a graphic piece often lights through halos and works as an accent. Before falling for it, check that it lights the intended area and that its IP rating matches the location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOriginal lights: how to avoid decoration that lights poorly?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLook at the beam first, then the shape. A very openwork piece projects patterns: perfect on a wall, less practical for reading or walking. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-originaux\"\u003ePieces with an original design\u003c\/a\u003e work as accents, complemented by a functional lamp post.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLuxury lights: what really changes?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe collection has 7 models, and the choice is made on the information on the product page, at the time of assembly and maintenance. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-de-luxe\"\u003eLuxury lights\u003c\/a\u003e are chosen for a highly visible entrance or terrace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"lyon\"\u003eWhere to find a garden lighting shop near Lyon?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a garden light, prepare your visit with the dimensions of the area, the exposure and the power supply needs. Designix is an online shop: the technical sheet for each model gives the bulb base, dimensions and IP rating, with secure payment, tracked delivery, returns and customer service to check a point before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting shop Lyon: how to prepare your visit?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBring three pieces of information: the width of the driveway or terrace, the orientation of the area and whether there is a socket. Note the available height under a pergola if you are considering a pendant. The \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003elighting guide\u003c\/a\u003e helps frame these criteria before comparing models.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting clearance Lyon: what to check before buying?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a clearance model, check the IP rating, the bulb base, the actual dimensions and whether the instructions, screws and seals are included. An incomplete outdoor light is hard to reassemble. Also check the batten or wall light intended for a \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-led-pour-garage\"\u003eLED batten for garage\u003c\/a\u003e if the room is an outbuilding.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich solar garden light to choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eFirst choose the location: the panel must receive sun for a good part of the day. A lamp post or solar bollard suits a driveway, a low lamp suits a flowerbed. Then check the IP rating and the ground fixing provided.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow to install garden spotlights?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eAim the spotlight towards the plants or the wall, never towards the eyes, and keep it out of the walkway to avoid breakage and glare. A ground spotlight rated IP65 resists splashes. Position it before fixing, at night if possible, to validate the result.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan a large chandelier for high ceilings be installed in a pergola?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA large chandelier under a pergola is only possible if the structure is covered and if the light is designed for outdoor use. Check the IP rating, the weight supported by the frame and the clear height above the table.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhich light for a WC?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIn the toilet, a simple wall light or ceiling light is enough, with an IP rating suited to a humid room and no switch within reach of water. A rather warm light makes the small room more pleasant than a very direct cold white, as shown in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-pour-toilettes\"\u003eWC lighting\u003c\/a\u003e selection.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhere to see original lights before buying?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eYou can compare shapes, materials and actual dimensions online, then check for each piece the outdoor use, the IP rating and the type of power supply. In Lyon as elsewhere, prepare your list of questions before visiting a shop.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eTo go further, compare the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaires-d-exterieur-sur-pied\"\u003eoutdoor floor lights\u003c\/a\u003e and the spotlights, then check the height, bulb base and IP rating on each product page before ordering. 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