THREE WAYS TO SPRUCE UP YOUR PATIO THIS SUMMER
THREE WAYS TO SPRUCE UP YOUR PATIO THIS SUMMER
The arrival of warmer weather encourages more evenings spent outdoors, enjoying our patio and entertainment areas. Consider these three tips when sprucing up this area of your home:
Keep it Simple
The idea behind great outdoor lighting is quality over quantity. When summer rolls around, it can be tempting to update your outdoor area with numerous new light fixtures, but less is more, especially when it comes to fixtures that are adding a decorative touch to the space. String lights are the easiest way to add character to a patio or outdoor entertainment area, but don’t go overboard. The last thing you want is for your backyard to be lit up like a carnival. Cafe style string lights or sparkling fairy lights, zigzagged across the patio or twirled around trees, make your outdoor area feel special and creates a warm and welcome glow for those evening braais and al fresco dinner parties.
Switch to LED or Solar
Go around your garden and patio area and check that all your bulbs are in working condition. Now is also the time to wipe away any dust and debris that may have settled on your fixtures during the winter months. Consider swapping out all your old technology bulbs for LEDs and use solar fixtures where possible, as this will lower your electricity bill considerably.
Go Warm with Your Bulbs
When lighting outdoor entertainment areas, the trick is to match summer’s heat with a warm glow. A cosy ambience is not just for the cooler months - you want to feel relaxed when spending time outdoors in the evening, regardless of the season. Choose bulbs with a colour temperature of around 2100k, preferably never cooler than 2700k. This should set the scene by creating an intimate, friendly environment in which to unwind and entertain.
Eurolux Sales Team