{"title":"LED outdoor lanterns","description":"\u003cp\u003ePlan on one lantern per living zone: a wall lantern above the front door, a floor lantern near the table, a portable one in the flowerbed. The format is chosen according to the possible fixing and exposure to rain, the light according to evening use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#zone\"\u003eWhich lantern for which space\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#format\"\u003eWall, floor or hanging\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#lumiere\"\u003eWhat light does an LED lantern give\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ip\"\u003eWhich protection rating\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#detecteur\"\u003eSensor, solar or rechargeable\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#accord\"\u003eMatching the lantern to the facade\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#pose\"\u003eInstalling and maintaining\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#led\"\u003eThe drawbacks of LED lamps\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"zone\"\u003eWhich LED outdoor lantern for which space?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wall lantern lights a facade, a front door or a narrow passage. A floor lantern lights a terrace without drilling into the facade, and moves when the furniture changes. A portable or hanging lantern accompanies a garden corner, a porch, a low table outside. The choice depends on the surface to cover, the possible fixing and exposure to rain. You will find plenty to compare in \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/lanternes\"\u003ethe complete lantern collection\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eWhich LED outdoor lantern according to the area to light\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eArea\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRecommended format\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLight sought\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePoint of vigilance\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEntrance and door\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWall lantern, beam facing down\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWarm white, low glare\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMounting height and access to the connection\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFacade and gable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTwo symmetrical wall lanterns\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eEven warm white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSame model and same shade on both sides\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCovered terrace\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWall or floor lanterns\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeutral white for moving around\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo source in the guests' eyes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden and flowerbed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePortable or floor lantern\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDiffuse warm white\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eKeep away from sprinklers and flooded areas\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePath and gate\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFloor lantern or with sensor\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNeutral white, switching on when passing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSetting the sensitivity and the delay\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"format\"\u003eWall, floor or hanging: which format of LED outdoor lantern to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA wall lantern is fixed to the facade, about 1.80 m from the ground above a door. A floor lantern stands on the ground and moves, without drilling. A hanging or portable version suits a porch or a garden table. They do not all offer the same wiring or the same mobility: the wall version requires an electrical supply at height, the floor version is content with a socket or a battery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWall LED outdoor lanterns: what size above a door?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn general, a lantern width between a quarter and a third of the door width is chosen, to stay proportionate. A narrow door takes a small model; a double door accepts wider. Above all check the door swing and the space for the handle before drilling, then compare the dimensions in \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lanternes-d-exterieur-sur-pied\"\u003ethe floor-standing outdoor lanterns\u003c\/a\u003e if the facade cannot be drilled.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLED outdoor light or lantern: what really changes\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn LED outdoor light means any light point intended for outside: bollard, spotlight, wall light, lantern. The lantern refers to a closed silhouette, often in metal with glass, which diffuses in several directions. The choice is made on the format, the fixing and the protection rating. To situate the families, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003eall our lights\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"lumiere\"\u003eWhat light does an LED outdoor lantern give?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn LED in warm white, around 2,700 to 3,000 K, gives a light close to the bulb and brings out the stone. A neutral white, towards 4,000 K, makes outlines sharper for moving around. The diffuser and the orientation count as much as the power: a light directed towards the ground dazzles less. Find the corresponding models in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lanternes-led\"\u003eLED lanterns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eWarm white or neutral white outside?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWarm white warms a stone wall, a wooden facade or a dining corner, and tires the eye less in the evening. Neutral white is used for movement areas: path, stairs, gate, where you want to distinguish an outline quickly. Avoid mixing the two shades on the same facade, the difference is immediately visible once night falls.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLED outdoor lanterns: integrated LED or E27 socket?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe integrated LED is sealed in the housing: nothing to choose, nothing to get wrong, but nothing to replace. The E27 socket accepts a standard LED bulb, which you change or whose colour temperature you modify. The second option offers more flexibility over time, the first simplifies installation and waterproofing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"ip\"\u003eWhich IP protection rating is needed for an LED outdoor lantern?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn IP rating gives two pieces of information: protection against dust and against water. Under a canopy, an IP44 is often enough. Exposed to driving rain, a lantern must display at least IP54, and IP65 if it receives water jets. Also check the seal and the material. The models intended to stay outside are grouped in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lanternes-d-exterieur\"\u003elanterns designed to stay outside\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eIP ratings and exposure of an outdoor lantern\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eRating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eStated protection\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable location\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP44\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProtected against water splashes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnder a canopy, a porch, a covered terrace\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP54\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLimited dust and water splashes\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFacade exposed to rain, without direct jet\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDust-tight and water-jet proof\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHighly exposed wall, moderate jet cleaning\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP67\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTemporary immersion\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eOccasionally floodable area, pool edge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBy the sea, salty air attacks ordinary metals: prefer treated aluminium or stainless steel, and look at the screws. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lanternes-en-metal\"\u003eMetal lanterns\u003c\/a\u003e are rarely equal from one finish to another, weight and paint are good indicators. A closed housing without ventilation makes the LED heat up and shortens its life.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"detecteur\"\u003eLED outdoor lantern with sensor, solar or rechargeable: which to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe motion sensor switches the lantern on when passing, useful for an entrance or a quiet path. Solar avoids all wiring but depends on the facade's sunshine. The rechargeable version is stored and recharged indoors: handy for a garden table, less so for continuous lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMotion sensor: where to place it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAim the cell towards the arrival area, not towards the street or a tree that moves in the wind. Set the delay long enough not to plunge back into darkness mid-journey, and the sensitivity low enough to avoid pointless switching on. The wall above a door and along a path are the two most effective locations; see the models \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lanternes-d-exterieur-a-detecteur-de-mouvement\"\u003ewith motion sensor\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSolar or rechargeable: what real use?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolar suits an isolated point, a gate, a flowerbed, a fence, where running a cable would cost a lot. It depends on the panel and its orientation, and gives less in winter. The rechargeable version is brought back into the house to charge: perfect on a table, as a complement, not for keeping an entrance lit all night. Compare the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lanternes-solaires\"\u003esolar lanterns without wiring\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lanternes-rechargeables\"\u003erechargeable lanterns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"accord\"\u003eHow to match your outdoor lanterns with the facade?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA black or anthracite colour stands out on a light render and stays discreet. On stone, brick or wood, a patinated metal and a vintage silhouette blend in better. Repeat the same model on either side of the door, with the same light colour, to avoid a heterogeneous result.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eBlack outdoor lanterns: why it works\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBlack visually disappears on a light wall: you see the light, not the housing. It also stands the test of time without showing fingerprints or drips. On a dark wooden facade, it blends in to the point of becoming invisible, which may or may not be sought after. See the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lanternes-d-exterieur-coloris-noir\"\u003eblack finishes for light facades\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVintage lanterns and old lanterns: matching with stone\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA cage silhouette, slightly frosted glass and patinated metal recapture the logic of an old facade. The classic mistake is to mix a very slim contemporary model and a cage lantern on the same wall: the eye compares. Choose a single vocabulary, then extend it from the gate to the porch. Browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lanternes-vintage\"\u003evintage lanterns\u003c\/a\u003e and the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/anciennes-lanternes\"\u003eold lanterns\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"pose\"\u003eHow to install and maintain an LED outdoor lantern?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace a wall lantern at about 1.80 m, on the door handle side, with the beam towards the ground. Connection to the existing 230 V is done with the power off. Twice a year, wipe the diffuser and check that the seal lets water drain.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eAt what height to mount a wall lantern?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround 1.80 m for a front door, higher if the door is large. To light a terrace, go down towards 2 m aiming downwards, or distribute several points rather than a single very strong one. A sensor is placed lower, around 1.50 m, to catch a passage without aiming at the clouds. For a table, the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lanternes-d-exterieur-pour-terrasse\"\u003eportable lanterns to light a terrace\u003c\/a\u003e avoid any drilling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe maintenance that avoids humidity failures\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn outdoor light rarely dies of the LED: it dies of the water left inside. Clean the glass with soapy water, dry, then check the seal and the drainage hole under the housing. Tighten the screws once a year, they loosen with temperature variations. In a garden, keep the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lanternes-pour-jardin\"\u003egarden lanterns\u003c\/a\u003e away from automatic sprinklers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"led\"\u003eWhat are the drawbacks of LED lamps?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn LED heats little on a facade but tolerates a closed housing without ventilation poorly, which shortens its life. On entry-level models, the light may lean towards cold or flicker. And when the LED is integrated, it cannot be replaced: the whole module has to be changed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes an LED fear cold and humidity?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eCold does not switch it off, it slightly reduces its brightness in severe frost. Humidity is more dangerous: condensation in the housing, oxidation of contacts, glass that fogs up. A correct seal, a drainage hole and a suitable IP rating settle the essentials. Leave the light ventilated at the back rather than stuck against a damp wall.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eIntegrated LED: what to do when it no longer lights up?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe module is sealed, it is not sold separately. Before concluding, switch off the power and check the tightness of the wires and the absence of water in the housing: that is often where the failure lies. If the module is dead, the light is replaced. This is the point to weigh against a socket model, more flexible over time. For a first installation, start from the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lanternes-pour-terrasse\"\u003eterrace lanterns\u003c\/a\u003e or from \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003eour lighting catalogue\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt Designix, payment is secure, delivery is tracked and returns are possible; customer service answers installation questions before ordering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions about LED outdoor lanterns\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the most effective outdoor lighting?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eOutdoors, effectiveness is as much about direction as about the source: an LED aimed towards the ground, with a reflector or a diffuser, lights without dazzling. A motion sensor avoids lighting an empty area all night. Solar suits isolated points, without wiring, provided the facade receives the sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eCan a powerful LED wall light replace an outdoor lantern?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wall light is first of all an indoor light: its housing and seals are not designed for rain. Outdoors, you need a protection rating suited to the exposure, a housing that drains water and a material that does not rust. Power never compensates for poor waterproofing.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDo you need an electrician to install an outdoor lantern?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf a light point already exists on the facade with a cable outlet, replacement is done with the power off, circuit breaker switched off. Creating a new point, running a line or going under a wall requires a professional. In all cases, switching off at the panel is the first step, even before removing the old light.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eHow to recognise a quality outdoor lantern?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eLook at the weight and finish of the metal, the quality of the glass, the presence of seals and a drainage hole under the housing, a clearly stated IP rating and stainless steel screws. A supplied installation guide and a standard socket are good indicators of durability, as is an accessible or replaceable LED module.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\u003csummary\u003eDoes an LED outdoor lantern light enough for a terrace?\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA wall lantern mainly lights the area close to the wall. For a terrace, a floor model or several distributed points give a more even light. Better two low-power sources aimed towards the ground than a single very strong one, which dazzles the guests and leaves dark areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cscript type=\"application\/ld+json\"\u003e{\"@context\":\"https:\/\/schema.org\",\"@graph\":[{\"@type\":\"CollectionPage\",\"name\":\"LED outdoor lanterns: how to choose and where to place them\",\"description\":\"LED outdoor lanterns for facade, terrace and garden: material, protection rating, light colour and installation, with Designix advice.\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/lanternes-d-exterieur-led\",\"isPartOf\":{\"@type\":\"WebSite\",\"name\":\"Designix\",\"url\":\"https:\/\/designix.fr\"},\"speakable\":{\"@type\":\"SpeakableSpecification\",\"cssSelector\":[\"h1\",\"h2\"]}},{\"@type\":\"BreadcrumbList\",\"itemListElement\":[{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":1,\"name\":\"Home\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":2,\"name\":\"Lighting\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/luminaire\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":3,\"name\":\"Lanterns\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/lanternes\"},{\"@type\":\"ListItem\",\"position\":4,\"name\":\"LED outdoor lanterns: how to choose and where to place them\",\"item\":\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/lanternes-d-exterieur-led\"}]},{\"@type\":\"FAQPage\",\"mainEntity\":[{\"@type\":\"Question\",\"name\":\"What are the drawbacks of LED lamps?\",\"acceptedAnswer\":{\"@type\":\"Answer\",\"text\":\"The LED remains sensitive to heat: in a closed light without ventilation, it loses some of its lifespan. 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