Outdoor Lighting
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To light a terrace, a balcony or an entrance, plan on an aluminium or metal wall light, in LED, with an IP65 rating in areas exposed to rain and IP44 under cover. This collection brings together outdoor light fittings ready to install, from the affordable model to the exceptional piece.
Which outdoor light should you choose for a terrace, balcony or entrance?
Plan one light point per area to cover: a wall light near the door for the threshold, a wall fixing above the table for dining outside, a low light for the walkway. The support then decides the model, solid wall, pillar or open facade, and the material decides the look you want to give.
Outdoor garden light
On a terrace, light is placed high to illuminate without dazzling guests, on the same principle as a suspended dining room light above the table. The Sylva light diffuses a warm white at 5 W from a small-section white aluminium body.
Outdoor wall light
An entrance needs a readable threshold, where you can see the lock and recognise the step. The Urbano Brillante wall light comes in 60, 80, 100 or 120 cm, accepts a dimmer and suits a living room wall as well as a facade. For a selection of wall-mounted options, see the wall lights and wall fixings.
| Area | Exposure | Suitable IP rating | Light temperature | Examples in the collection |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Facade and entrance | Direct rain and wind | IP65 | Warm or cool white | SécuriLuxe, Sentinel, Lumina |
| Terrace | Exposed or under cover | IP65 or IP44 | Warm white | Oréva, Coralis, Orvia |
| Balcony | Partial cover | IP44 to IP65 | Warm white | Onyx II, Nyx, Alba |
| Interior wall opening onto the outside | Sheltered area | IP20 to IP54 | Warm or neutral white | Urbano Brillante, Noctis II |
What is the best outdoor light?
There is no single best outdoor light. The right model is the one whose protection rating matches the actual exposure, whose light temperature suits the place and whose fixing holds on the support. Cross-check these three criteria before looking at style.
LED outdoor light
The integrated LED cannot be replaced, but it saves you thinking about it for years: most references in the collection work this way, while others use an E27 socket where you change the bulb yourself. The Onyx II light at 15 W combines aluminium and plastic in a compact round format.
Outdoor light with motion sensor
The sensor serves a walkway, not an atmosphere: path, facade corner, service door. The SécuriLuxe at 18 W and the Sentinel wall light combine detection and lighting in IP65. Adjust the orientation to limit triggers from the street. Browse the full range of LED outdoor lighting to compare power ratings.
Which IP rating for an outdoor light?
The IP rating describes the light's resistance to dust and water. Under an awning or a canopy, IP44 is often enough; on a facade or a terrace swept by rain, IP65 is the most common in this collection, and IP67 concerns the most exposed models. IP20 remains reserved for sheltered areas.
What does an IP65 rating change on an outdoor light?
IP65 withstands rain and splashes, without promising immersion. It therefore allows installation on an exposed facade, on a terrace wall or an uncovered pillar. The Oréva at 7 W and the Alba at 20 W are rated IP65 in aluminium; the IP44 model with an E27 socket remains reserved for a sheltered balcony.
Solar outdoor light or mains-connected?
The models in this collection run on mains power, with an integrated LED module or a bulb with an E27, GU10 or G4 socket. A solar light needs no connection but depends on sunlight and the space for its panel. The choice therefore comes first from access to a power supply.
Warm white or cool white: which light to choose outside?
Warm white light, between 2700 and 3500 K, gives a terrace a soft atmosphere and remains the most widespread in this collection. Cool white, from 4500 to 6500 K, lights an entrance or a facade more sharply. Some models offer both temperatures, others only one, indicated on the product page.
| Temperature | Rendering | Where to use it | Models concerned |
|---|---|---|---|
| Warm white 2700-3500 K | Golden light, relaxed atmosphere | Terrace, balcony, garden | Sylva, Oréva, Nyx, Coralis |
| Neutral white 3500-4500 K | Intermediate rendering | Walkway areas | Éclat |
| Cool white 4500-6500 K | Sharp light, marked contrast | Facade, entrance | Sentinel, Lumina, Urbano Brillante |
Which light for a terrace in the evening?
A warm white placed high enough lights the table without dazzling faces, and pairs well with dark wood or stone. Modern outdoor lights in warm white cover most terrace models.
Cool white for an entrance or a facade?
Cool white brings out the relief of a wall better and secures a path. Keep it for walkway areas: on a terrace where you sit, the difference from warm white is quickly noticeable.
Aluminium, metal, glass, acrylic: which material for an outdoor light?
Aluminium and metal dominate this collection, often combined with glass or acrylic that diffuse the light. Black is the most common finish, ahead of white, then gold and bronze. Shapes range from tube to square, round and oval.
White or black outdoor light?
A black body disappears on a dark wall and stays discreet during the day. White stands out more and matches light render, as on white outdoor lights or conversely on the black versions depending on the facade.
Gold or bronze finish: where to place it?
A gold or bronze shade works as an accent, on an entrance door or a pillar, rather than across a whole facade. It brings the light closer to a chosen object, like the gold finishes and pieces combining glass light and metal.
How do you install and care for an outdoor light?
An outdoor light is fixed to a sound support and kept away from direct splashes if its rating does not allow them, and is cleaned with the power off using a soft cloth and soapy water. The dimensions of each model are given on its product page, to check before drilling.
Where to place a wall light on a facade?
Place it on the door side, at shoulder height to light the threshold without dazzling, or higher to wash a section of wall. The Noctis II, in IP54 and 4 W, suits a sheltered wall.
How do you clean an outdoor light?
Switch off the power, dust the diffuser and avoid abrasive products on aluminium and metal. A model installed by a professional will also find its installer through a lighting store lyon.
What are the best high-end outdoor lights?
A high-end outdoor light is recognised by its finish, the quality of its diffusion and the options offered: Italian design, gold or bronze shade, dimmer to adjust intensity, warranty extended to five years on part of the selection. None of these options replaces a suitable IP rating.
Italian design and dimmer: what changes day to day
A dimmer lets you lower the intensity late in the evening without switching off, and concerns only some models. The ÉclatModerne, at 8 cm and 10 W, plays the card of a understated object in gold, black or white.
What a five-year warranty changes
A long warranty covers part of the selection and reassures about outdoor durability. The Eclat light, in IP67 and up to 60 W, accepts a dimmer and comes in several lengths.
Why order your outdoor light from Designix?
The Designix catalogue brings together lighting for the home and outdoors, with 1,676 references. The affordable model sits alongside the design piece for those looking for an object rather than a simple light point. For an original living room light, the Designix catalogue also offers pieces to pair with the outdoors.
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Payment is secure and delivery is tracked to your address. You follow the progress from the order, which avoids holding up the project while waiting for the parcel.
Returns and customer service support
Returns are possible and customer service answers questions on dimensions, material or IP rating before purchase. For a tight budget, a lighting clearance lyon completes the selection. Also discover our contemporary style and the full catalogue.
Frequently asked questions
What is the best outdoor light?
There is no single best model: the right outdoor light is the one whose protection rating matches the exposure, whose light temperature suits the place and whose fixing holds on the support. In this collection, IP65 LED models in aluminium cover the most common use.
Which outdoor light for the garden?
In the garden, choose a model resistant to rain and splashes, so preferably IP65, in aluminium or metal, with a warm white light for the evening atmosphere. Wall fixings and wall lights are fitted to a wall, a pillar or an open facade.
How do you choose an outdoor light with a motion sensor?
A sensor is chosen for a walkway: entrance, path, facade corner. Check the model's protection rating, often IP65, the light temperature, warm or cool, and the position of the sensor to limit unnecessary triggers from the street or garden.
Which IP rating for an outdoor light?
Under an awning or a canopy, IP44 is often enough. On a facade, terrace or balcony exposed to rain, IP65 is the most common in this collection. IP67 concerns the most exposed models, while IP20 remains reserved for sheltered areas.
Warm white or cool white for an outdoor light?
Warm white, between 2700 and 3500 K, creates a soft atmosphere on a terrace or in a garden and remains the majority in this collection. Cool white, from 4500 to 6500 K, lights an entrance or a facade more sharply. Some models offer both.
