{"title":"Outdoor pool lamps","description":"\u003cp\u003ePoint the lamps toward the terrace and the pathways, never toward the water surface: that is what separates comfortable pool lighting from a dazzling glare. Allow one light point per change of level, keep the same hue everywhere; the collection has only one model, whose product page gives the technical specifications.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cnav\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn this guide:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#choisir\"\u003eWhich outdoor lamp should you choose for a pool?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#couleur\"\u003eWhat light colour around a pool in the evening?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#implantation\"\u003eWhere should you install a lamp to light the pool surroundings?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#ip\"\u003eWhich protection rating and which socket for a light near a pool?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#solaire\"\u003eSolar lamp or mains-connected lamp for a pool?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#style\"\u003eWhich style of lamp for a modern pool terrace?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#entretien\"\u003eHow do you install and maintain an outdoor lamp beside a pool?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"#erreurs\"\u003eWhich mistakes should you avoid when lighting a pool?\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003c\/nav\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"choisir\"\u003eWhich outdoor lamp should you choose for a pool?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround a pool, choose a low, stable lamp aimed toward the terrace rather than toward the water: it lights the walkways without creating reflections or dazzling swimmers. The material must be designed for outdoor use and the light should stay diffuse, never directed toward the eyes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe desired result is simple: a low poolside floor lamp glow that traces the pathway, a floor that is easy to read barefoot, and faces that stay in shadow. A tall lamp placed far from the pool gives this wash of light without casting a beam onto the water. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/lampadaires-d-exterieur-led\"\u003erange of LED outdoor lamps\u003c\/a\u003e covers this use with low-consumption light sources and enclosed fittings that are easier to keep clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOutdoor lamps for an in-ground pool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn in-ground pool usually leaves a deck and a coping: the lamp stands back from the swimming area, on the deck or in the planting, at a distance that lets you reach the light source without stepping over the pool. Choose a heavy post or a screw-fixed base plate to withstand wind and children playing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOutdoor lamps for an above-ground pool\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWith an above-ground pool, space is short and the wall is not a support: place the fitting on the ground, on a slab or a stable deck, at the edge of the pool deck. A compact freestanding model, like those gathered in the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampadaires-pour-jardin\"\u003egarden lamps\u003c\/a\u003e, avoids drilling into the pool structure.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"couleur\"\u003eWhat light colour around a pool in the evening?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a pool terrace, a warm white makes stone and wood softer and tires the eye less than a very cool white. The most important thing is to keep the same colour temperature on all visible fittings, and to check the value stated on each product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLight colour for living room or terrace: keep the same hue\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe terrace light is visible from the living room: two different hues on the same facade create a break. Note the value shown on the outdoor fitting's product page, then match it to that of your \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampadaires-led-pour-salon\"\u003eLED living room lamps\u003c\/a\u003e when the French windows stay open in the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eReflections in the water: aim rather than multiply\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA reflection is not a fault in itself: it becomes annoying when the source is visible from the coping. Aim the post toward the ground or a wall, and keep the water as a secondary surface. Two well-directed low sources are enough to bring the pool to life, whereas a series of high points turns the surface into a permanent mirror.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"implantation\"\u003eWhere should you install a lamp to light the pool surroundings?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlace the lamps back from the swimming area, aimed toward the ground and the pathways, never in the line of sight from the water. One light point per change of level is enough to make walking safe; beyond that, the terrace loses its atmosphere and glare increases.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eWhich lamp for which use around the pool\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLocation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eWhat you expect from the light\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable lamp type\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003ePoint to check\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePool deck\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight without dazzling swimmers\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLow lamp aimed toward the ground\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFixed direction, never facing the pool\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccess path\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGuide footsteps and make walking safe\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden lamp, freestanding or fixed\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStability on the ground and height clear of the path\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDining terrace\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eProlong the evening around a table\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTall lamp with diffuse light\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSame colour temperature as the other points\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePlanted perimeter\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSet off beds and hedges\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMetal or wooden lamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaterial designed for damp conditions\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden entrance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMark the arrival and the steps down\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eUnderstated entrance lamp\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConsistency with the fittings already in place\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLamp for garden and pool deck\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn the deck, the light should graze the ground: a low post, a shade open toward the bottom, and a source that does not rise above the height of the sun lounger. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampadaires-d-exterieur-en-metal\"\u003eMetal outdoor lamps\u003c\/a\u003e withstand permanent exposure to damp well and wipe clean with a cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGround markers and access step\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe step leading down to the deck is the point to treat first, before decoration. One fitting per step or per change of level, offset to the side, lights the surface without dazzling the person coming down. For the transition with the street or the gate, complete the scheme with models made to \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampadaires-pour-entree\"\u003elight a garden entrance\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"ip\"\u003eWhich protection rating and which socket for a light near a pool?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNear a pool, the first criterion is the ingress protection (IP) rating stated on the product page: the higher it is, the better the fitting withstands splashes and damp. Then check the socket and the type of light source, so you can replace the bulb without dismantling or changing the fitting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProtection rating: read the IP on the product page\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAround a pool, it is better to choose a fitting stated as resistant to splashes and rain, rather than relying on the word \"outdoor\" on the packaging alone. A spot heavily exposed to splashing needs a higher protection than a sheltered bed. The collection has only one model: its product page remains the only reference for the protection rating, and no value should be guessed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSocket and bulb: what can be replaced\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA fitting whose bulb can be replaced lasts longer than a sealed unit: you keep the post and change the source. Note the stated socket, the maximum wattage accepted and the compatible LED type before buying. With a non-replaceable source, plan for complete replacement of the fitting on the day the light dims.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"solaire\"\u003eSolar lamp or mains-connected lamp for a pool?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA solar lamp suits marking and atmosphere, with no trench and no power supply nearby; its light depends on sunshine. The mains-connected model gives identical lighting all year round and serves as the main source for the terrace and evening meals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eSolar or mains-connected: deciding according to the terrace\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eCriterion\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSolar lamp\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eMains-connected lamp\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eInstallation\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eNo cable, freestanding\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePower supply to provide nearby\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLight output\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVaries with sunshine\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIdentical all year round\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRecommended use\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePath marking, atmosphere\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMain lighting for the terrace\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMaintenance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003ePanel to keep clear and clean\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCheck seals and connections\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSolar outdoor lamps: for which uses\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolar excels where running a cable would mean a trench: edge of a bed, secondary path, corner of the deck far from the house. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampadaires-d-exterieur-solaires\"\u003eCable-free solar models\u003c\/a\u003e can be moved from one season to the next and set up without tools. Keep the panel facing the light and clear of foliage, otherwise the evening light weakens without the fitting being at fault.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMains-connected models: stable light all year round\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor the dining table and the seating area, a fitting connected to the mains gives the same level in summer and winter. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampadaires-d-exterieur-led-solaires\"\u003eSolar LED lamps\u003c\/a\u003e usefully complement this setup on secondary routes, as a backup to the mains connection. Plan the power supply before the terrace finishes, since adding it afterwards is always more restrictive.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"style\"\u003eWhich style of lamp for a modern pool terrace?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a contemporary terrace, an understated metal lamp in black or white disappears by day and draws a clean line at night; a more elaborate model becomes a visible piece. The right reference remains the building: the fitting's finish should pick up a tone already present on the walls or the window frames.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eDesigner or understated lamp: choose according to the building\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA facade in light render and slim window frames accepts a straight, discreet post. A stone or timber house calls for a fitting whose material talks to the wall. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampadaires-d-exterieur-moderne\"\u003eContemporary lines\u003c\/a\u003e suit recent builds, while \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampadaires-d-exterieur-design\"\u003echaracter pieces\u003c\/a\u003e take on the role of an object seen from the terrace.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMatching the fitting to the house decor\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe palette that runs through the living room extends outdoors: few hues, repeated from room to room, and finishes chosen to withstand damp. Matte black and off-white remain the easiest values to sustain over time. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampadaires-d-exterieur-coloris-noir\"\u003eBlack finishes for the terrace\u003c\/a\u003e mark the structure, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampadaires-d-exterieur-coloris-blanc\"\u003emore discreet white versions\u003c\/a\u003e blend into a light wall, and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampadaires-d-exterieur-en-bois\"\u003ewooden lamps\u003c\/a\u003e warm up a very mineral environment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"entretien\"\u003eHow do you install and maintain an outdoor lamp beside a pool?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA terrace lamp is fixed to a stable support, back from runoff and out of the barefoot path, with easy access to the connection or the panel. Maintenance is limited to removing leaves and dust, then wiping the material with a soft, non-abrasive cloth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eGround fixing: base plate, slab or open ground\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThree simple cases. On a slab, the screw-fixed base plate provides stability and can be removed for winter storage. In open ground, a base or a post to drive in is enough if the soil is compact. At deck level, prefer a freestanding, heavy and stable fitting rather than a tall model that would topple at the first gust of wind. The product page states the type of support supplied: read it before drilling.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintaining metal, wood and glass\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMetal is cleaned with clear water and a cloth, without abrasive products that would dull the finish. Wood requires a visual check of the joints and a suitable oil if the manufacturer recommends it. Glass simply needs a wipe, without a direct jet on the fitting or the connections. In season, chlorine and damp justify more frequent checks of the seals.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo compare the materials and lines available, browse the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003eDesignix lighting collection\u003c\/a\u003e: each product page gives the dimensions, the material and the type of light source. Payment is secure, delivery is tracked and returns are possible; Designix customer service answers questions about sockets or fixing before you order.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2 id=\"erreurs\"\u003eWhich mistakes should you avoid when lighting a pool?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe most common mistakes are aiming at the water surface, mixing two colour temperatures and adding light points for no reason. A terrace reads better with few sources, aimed toward the ground, in the same hue, and placed where people actually walk in the evening.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLighting mistakes: too many points, wrong hues\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMultiplying sources does not make a terrace easier to read: it creates crossed shadows and tires the eye. The second mistake is mixing hues between the garden light sign, the terrace and the interior. The third is the bare source visible from the coping. In all three cases, the correction is the same: fewer points, all aimed toward the ground, all at the same colour temperature.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eLayout mistakes: sources in the path\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA post planted in the middle of the barefoot path becomes an obstacle at night. Keep the fittings away from the direct route between the door, the deck and the plant room, and leave the source accessible without moving furniture. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampadaires-solaires-pour-jardin\"\u003eSolar garden lighting solutions\u003c\/a\u003e make this correction easy: they can be moved without cabling as the real use of the terrace becomes clear.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you are starting from a blank page, widen the thinking to all the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003elighting in the house\u003c\/a\u003e before settling the terrace hue, and complete the scheme with the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/lampadaires-d-exterieur-led\"\u003eLED outdoor fittings\u003c\/a\u003e for secondary routes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eOutdoor lamps for an above-ground pool: which should you choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor an above-ground pool, choose low, stable lamps placed back from the deck and aimed toward the ground: they light the walkways without sending light into the water or into the eyes. One point per pathway is enough, with a flat support and easy access to the connection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eHow do you light the pool surroundings without dazzling?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAim the lamps toward the ground or a wall, never toward the pool, and keep the source out of the line of sight from the water. A few points, placed at changes of level, light better than a series of high sources reflected in the surface.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich light colour should you choose for a pool terrace?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA warm white relaxes stone and wood, a more neutral white gives a more contrasted result. The point not to miss is consistency: keep the same colour temperature on all visible fittings and check the value stated on each product page.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhich protection rating for a light near a pool?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRely on the IP protection rating stated on the product page: the higher the figure, the better the fitting withstands splashes and damp. A correctly protected outdoor model remains the basis; the exact rating depends on the real exposure of the location.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eIs a solar lamp enough to light a pool?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA solar lamp suits marking and atmosphere, with no wiring to provide, but its light varies with sunshine. 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