Outdoor metal lampposts

Start with two markers: the IP rating, IP65 for an area exposed to rain and IP54 under a canopy, then the colour temperature, a warm white around 2700 to 3500 K for garden light. The metal outdoor lamp posts in this selection measure 142 to 240 cm and come as a tube, globe or arc, on a base or on a stake.

What light does a metal outdoor lamp post give?

In this selection, the light is mainly warm white, from 2700 to 3500 K, and some models also offer cool white, from 4500 to 6500 K. The metal structure and the IP rating determine how much light is direct, filtered or cast towards the ground and walls.

Metal outdoor lamp posts: warm white or cool white?

Warm white, between 2700 and 3500 K, gives light close to that of a filament lamp: it warms a wooden terrace, a stone wall or a flower bed and stays restful in the evening. Cool white, from 4500 to 6500 K, makes contrasts sharper and secures a path or an entrance. This second rendering is found mainly on models with a contemporary design, such as Zentorena, which offers both temperatures, and not Castalia, which is cool white.

Metal outdoor lamp posts and LED: what changes at night

Most models in the selection include an integrated LED: nothing to buy, nothing to change, a consistent rendering and light that falls in a regular wash over the ground. The other models keep a screw socket, such as Solena, and leave the choice of bulb. Part of the selection also runs on solar energy, useful for lighting a garden without a mains connection.

Where to install a metal outdoor lamp post in the garden or on the terrace?

These lamp posts are intended first for outdoor areas: paths, entrances, terraces and gardens. Several models also suit a sheltered living area or dining corner. The format, height and IP rating guide the right location.

Black metal outdoor lamp posts for a path or an entrance

Along a path, you want a tall light that marks the way without dazzling: a height of 140 to 220 cm suits most models in the collection. The Capri lamp post on a concrete base stands at the edge of a path, with its industrial structure and IP65. For a narrow path, Solena, a black garden tube, reaches 210 cm and keeps the way clear. You will find these silhouettes in black metal lamp posts, all pieces.

A metal outdoor lamp post for the terrace and the seating area

On a terrace, the light should accompany the seating rather than dominate it: a model of 143 to 153 cm placed at the end of a table or in the corner of the seating area lights without overwhelming. Under a canopy, IP54 is enough; at the edge of an open terrace, IP65 is better. Rostorina and its art deco globe stands near a sheltered seating area and accepts a dimmer, which lets you lower the intensity late in the evening.

How to choose your metal outdoor lamp post?

First look at the IP rating: IP65 for direct exposure to rain, IP54 for sheltered use, IP44 in a covered area and IP20 only indoors. Then come the socket, integrated LED or replaceable E27, then the height, the colour and the style.

Metal outdoor lamp posts, metallic or metalwork: what are we talking about?

These three words refer to the same material, metal, with its variations: iron, steel, aluminium. The collection combines metal with other materials depending on the model, linen and iron for Solena, fabric for Arvo, wood for Ydalia, resin and plastic for Sféa. Not to be confused with a metal cabinet, which is a storage piece of furniture: if you are looking to light a shelter or a technical room, it is indeed a lighting fixture you should compare, IP rating first.

IP44, IP54, IP65: which to choose outdoors?

The IP rating quantifies resistance to dust and water. IP65 suits a lamp post at the edge of a path or in an open garden, exposed to driving rain: this is the case for most of the selection. IP54 remains suitable for a covered terrace, a porch or under a canopy. IP44 helps out in a very sheltered area, such as the Sféa stake at the edge of a terrace. IP20 is reserved for indoors, including a closed conservatory, like Arvo and its indoor arc.

Which height to choose for an outdoor lamp post?

The height follows from the use. From 140 to 155 cm, you light a seat or a small area without dominating the table; from 160 to 180 cm, you mark a path; beyond 200 cm, you cover a larger surface from a high point. The models in the collection range from 142 to 240 cm. Also look at the diameter: a globe 35 to 45 cm wide spreads widely, a narrow tube concentrates the light. To go further, browse worked metal in a design version and all the families of indoor and outdoor lighting.

Solar or wired metal outdoor lamp post: which to choose?

The solar models in the collection light without an electrical connection: handy along a path or in a garden where running power is complicated. The wired versions deliver constant light and sometimes accept a replaceable E27 bulb.

Solar metal outdoor lamp posts: for what use?

Solar is chosen when the location is far from a socket, at the end of a garden, along a gate or on a lawn crossed in the evening. Installation is limited to placing the lamp post and pointing its panel towards the sun's path. Solaria and Ardea work this way, with a warm white rendering, and Sféa is planted directly in a flower bed. See also the LED and solar versions to compare the silhouettes.

Wired version: plan the supply and the location

The wired version requires planning the power point before digging or fixing. In return, the light depends neither on the weather nor the season, and some models accept a bulb you change yourself, which leaves control over the colour temperature and the intensity. Think about running the cable along a wall or under a wooden terrace, and check that the base is stable, especially on large models such as the Ydalia braided rope arc.

Which outdoor E27 bulbs to choose for your metal lamp post?

For an outdoor lamp post with an E27 socket, choose a bulb intended for outdoor use, with a colour temperature consistent with the rest of the garden: warm white around 2700 to 3500 K for soft light, cool white above 4500 K for a sharper rendering.

Outdoor E27 bulb: how to read the colour temperature?

The kelvin measures the tint of the light, not its power. The lower the figure, the more the light leans towards amber: 2700 to 3500 K for a terrace or a dining corner. Above 4500 K, the light whitens and hardens the shadows, which suits an entrance or a path you want to read easily. Keep the same family of tint between the lighting points of the same garden, otherwise the difference shows as soon as night falls.

Replaceable bulb or integrated LED: what changes in use

With an integrated LED, nothing to plan: the fixture is ready, the rendering is consistent and the diffuser protects the source. With a screw socket, you choose the bulb suited to outdoors and replace it without changing the lamp post. Models with a bulb remain a minority in the selection, so take a look at the most elaborate pieces if style comes before the source.

How to match a metal outdoor lamp post with the facade?

Metal matches wooden decking, cladding and render. Black and anthracite stay discreet on a light facade, while gold and beige warm a dark facade. Tubular shapes go with a modern style, globes and arcs add an art deco note.

Black, gold or beige metal outdoor lamp posts: which colour to choose?

Black dominates the selection and works in almost every case: it draws a clean line in front of a light wall and blends into a flower bed during the day. Gold and beige bring warmth and pair well with wood and dark renders. White, rarer, lightens an entrance or a small terrace. Find these families in black outdoor lamp posts, gold finishes and a light colour for a dark facade.

Metal and wood outdoor lamp posts: the warm match

Metal and wood coexist well on a terrace: metal gives structure, wood softens. Ydalia pairs black steel and braided rope, Solena combines iron and linen. This match continues in wood and metal pairings, useful when the terrace already has wooden boards. For a bolder design, look at the industrial metal style or the vintage silhouettes.

How to maintain a metal outdoor lamp post?

A soft cloth and regular cleaning are enough to preserve the finish of the metal and the exposed plastic parts. Also check the fixings, the condition of the cable or the solar panel and the cleanliness of the diffuser, which determine the light given out. The selection is guaranteed for two years.

Cleaning exposed metal and plastic without damaging the finish

Dust first with a dry cloth, then wipe with a damp cloth, without abrasive products or scouring pads: a black or gold finish scratches easily. For the solar panel, regular wiping is enough to recover the charge lost under the film of dust. Once or twice a year, tighten the screws of the base and check the fixing on a mast that has sunk slightly.

2-year guarantee on the selection: what it allows

All models in this collection are guaranteed for two years. This is the reference to keep in mind at the time of purchase, along with the invoice, for any question about a fixture that no longer lights up or whose finish changes. Designix customer service remains the point of contact for these requests. See also all outdoor lamp posts by use.

Ordering a metal outdoor lamp post from Designix

You order with secure payment, with tracked delivery and the option to return your lamp post. Designix customer service helps you decide between a solar model, an integrated LED model and a bulb model, and the whole selection is guaranteed for two years.

Secure payment, tracked delivery and returns

Payment is made online securely, delivery is tracked to your address, and returns are possible if the model does not match the intended location. Before confirming, a final check: IP rating suited to the exposure, height consistent with the area, light tint aligned with the rest of the garden. For a garden without a socket, go for a solar model.

A question before choosing? Designix customer service

If you are hesitating between two heights, between a globe and a tube, or about the tint to choose, customer service answers before the order. You can also compare the families by exploring models with a contemporary design and all our lighting, then choose and order in a few minutes.

Frequently asked questions about metal outdoor lamp posts