Patio lighting

Count on three sources to light an outdoor terrace: a wall light near the door, an adjustable spotlight on the feature area, and a tubular model along a long wall. The collection brings together outdoor wall lights, spotlights and tubes, mostly IP65, in warm white or cool white, in black, white or gold.

What is the best outdoor terrace light?

An IP65 wall light near the door sets the mood, an IP65 adjustable spotlight lights a specific area, a tubular model dresses a long wall. Warm white (2700 to 3500K) remains the most restful in the evening.

Outdoor wall light: which type to install first?

The wall light illuminates the facade and the doorway: the Terrano, a 32 cm tube in metal and aluminium, sits high on a narrow wall. The adjustable spotlight, for its part, is aimed at the table, the path or a flowerbed: the Servesica extends from 8.8 to 15.9 cm and casts its light downwards. The short tubular model, such as the 8 cm ÉclatModerne, suits small spaces. These three families combine, and you will find them all in all our lights.

Which light temperature for a terrace in the evening?

Warm white (2700 to 3500K) dominates the selection by far: it softens materials and faces around a table. Neutral white (3500 to 4500K) lights a path or a staircase without yellowing. Cool white (4500 to 6500K) stays reserved for technical areas and facades meant to be read from a distance. Several models accept both temperatures, such as the Terrano or the ÉclatModerne.

Should you choose a wall-mounted or a floor-standing outdoor terrace light?

A wall light illuminates without taking up floor space and is mounted near a door or along a wall. A floor light targets a path, a flowerbed or a corner of the terrace. The two complement each other: an IP65 wall light for the mood, an IP65 spotlight for the area.

Outdoor terrace wall light: what height and format?

On a facade wall, a 26 x 12.5 cm wall light such as the Sentinel or the Terralux marks the vertical without overwhelming the wall. A round 17 x 10 cm one, the Ciralla, suits a wall with a door better. The most compact go down to 8 or 10 cm for a discreet facade: the Cassian measures 10 x 10 x 10 cm. As a rule, the wall light is placed at shoulder height to light without glare. The formats are gathered in our wall lights.

Outdoor terrace floor light: adjustable spotlight or low model?

The adjustable cylindrical spotlight is fixed to the ground or at the base of a wall and aimed upwards, along a trunk or a post. The Orsa and the Orvia measure Ø 13 cm for an adjustable height of 19.2 to 26.7 cm: the beam is directed at the surface, never at the eyes. A low, non-adjustable model lights as an accompaniment along a border. Both families appear among the shop's contemporary models.

Which covered, wood or poolside outdoor terrace light to choose?

Under a covered terrace, an IP54 model is enough. On a wooden terrace, aluminium and black, white or gold tones are preferred. Near a pool, the protection rating goes up (IP65 to IP67) and the model is aimed at the wet surface.

Covered terrace light: which IP protection is enough?

Sheltered by an awning, direct rain does not reach the light: an IP54 is suitable, such as the Murana with its downward diffuser, or an IP44 with glass such as the CharmeRétro. IP65 is kept for genuinely exposed areas.

Wooden terrace light: which material and colour?

On wooden slats, aluminium and metal age without particular maintenance; glass and acrylic diffuse a soft light. Black and grey blend into the shade, white brightens a dark cladding, gold signs a detail. See the metal wall lights and the glass diffusers.

Poolside terrace light: what precautions?

Around a pool, choose a high rating (IP65 to IP67) and aim the beam at the surface or the wall, never at the bathers' eyes. The Hylo, IP65 with an E27 socket, accepts the bulb of your choice according to the mood you want.

Solar or mains-connected outdoor terrace light: what to compare?

A solar light installs without a cable, but its output depends on exposure and it mainly lights as an accompaniment. A connected model, IP65, delivers a steady light and sometimes accepts a dimmer. In the collection, wall lights and spotlights are mains-connected.

Solar outdoor terrace light: what limits its use

No trench, no connection: solar suits border marking or a secondary point. In return, the charge depends on the sun received during the day, and the lighting remains an accompaniment rather than a main source. No autonomy is guaranteed from one model to another.

Solar terrace light: where the connected model keeps the advantage

As soon as a table, an entrance or a facade needs lighting, mains connection gives a steady intensity all evening. The Lumenza, a 40 to 240 cm tube in IP67, accepts a dimmer, just like the Cassian. The rest of the LED range is gathered in the LED lights.

What do IP44, IP54, IP65 and IP67 mean on an outdoor light?

IP indicates resistance to dust and water. IP44 protects against splashes, IP54 against dust and splashes, IP65 against water jets, IP67 against temporary immersion. A majority of the selection is IP65; IP44 suits a sheltered area.

Is IP65 mandatory for a terrace light?

No, it all depends on exposure. A facade battered by rain calls for IP65, such as the Terralux or the Sentinel. A wall under an awning is fine with IP54. A bare wall or a concrete base supports a base-mounted model such as the Terraleo.

Dimmer and warranty: what the selection offers

A dimmer remains possible on a minority of models, including the Lumenza and the Cassian. On warranty, most of the selection is covered for two years, and a smaller share for five years. Both points can be checked on the product page before ordering.

Which material and colour for a terrace light?

Metal and aluminium dominate, often combined with a glass or acrylic diffuser. Black is the most common shade, ahead of white, then gold, grey and anthracite. The tube shape and the square shape are the most represented.

Aluminium, metal or glass: what holds up outside

Aluminium and metal form the body and the fixing; glass and acrylic diffuse the light. The two are combined: an aluminium body with a glass diffuser gives a crisp light, an acrylic diffuser softens it. The black shade reads little during the day, white brightens the wall, gold brings an accent. Browse the black versions and the white finishes.

Black, white or gold light: what effect on a facade?

By day, black disappears on a dark wall and stands out on a light render; white fades on a light roughcast. At night, only the beam matters: downwards for a table mood, graded on the wall for the facade. Gold, as on the Ciralla, is noticed mostly by day. See also the gold accents.

Lighting store Lyon: where to find a terrace light before buying?

A lighting store in Lyon or a lighting clearance sale in Lyon gives access to local stock, limited to the pieces available on site. Online, the selection covers terrace wall lights, spotlights and tubes, with secure payment, tracked delivery, returns and customer service.

Lighting store Lyon and lighting clearance Lyon: what you find online

Online, each product page gives the format, the socket, the protection rating and the light temperature, which makes it possible to compare before travelling. The best lighting store is judged by the clarity of this information as much as by stock. To settle a budget, look at the low-priced models; for a comparison of retailers, the alternative to Luminaire.fr details the difference.

Original living room light: keeping consistency with the outdoors

Once the terrace is equipped, continuity plays out with the interior: same materials, same temperature. The original living room light extends the black metal or gold of the facade, and the dining room lighting picks up the warm white seen outside. The modern light works on both fronts, indoors as well as on the terrace.

What mistakes to avoid with a terrace light?

The most common: an IP20 or IP44 placed in an exposed area, cool white everywhere, badly aimed spotlights that cause glare, a format unsuited to the wall. One model per area, aimed at the surface to be lit, is often enough.

Choosing too low a protection rating

An IP20 is not intended for outdoors, even under a slight roof overhang. Also check the socket: integrated LED for a fixed source, E27 or GU10 to change the bulb as you wish. The format matters just as much: a narrow wall light on a wide wall looks lost, a massive piece on a narrow gable crushes it.

Multiplying light points in the same place

Two sources stuck on the same wall create crossed shadows without gaining readability. Better to spread them out: a wall light near the door, a tube at the back of the terrace, a spotlight on the staircase. For a small space, look at the hallway lights, whose compact formats also suit an outdoor entrance. Need a reference point before ordering? Compare the big decor retailers via our comparison against retailers.

Secure payment, tracked delivery, possible returns and Designix customer service accompany every order. Check the protection rating and the format of your wall, then order the Terrano or the Lumenza according to the length to cover.

Frequently asked questions about the terrace light