FAQ

How to install in-ground landscape lights in concrete

Submitted by Phil on Sun, 04/27/2008 - 21:53

April 27, 2008

As we mentioned in our previous article, installation of in-ground landscape lights requires special consideration. When installing a fixture underground one must take into consideration such items as grade and drainage.

How to install inground landscape lights

Submitted by Phil on Sat, 04/26/2008 - 17:59

April 26, 2008

Proper installation of inground landscape fixtures is more important than in above-ground applications. This is because the underground environment exposes the fixture to many risks and hazards that are not isues for above-ground fixtures. Before we get into the step-by-step instructions for installing an inground LED landscape light it is important to know some general rules for these types of installations.

Step-by-Step Lanscape Lighting installation instructions from This Old House

Submitted by Phil on Mon, 12/31/2007 - 02:20

December 30, 2007
FromThisOldHouse.com

Low voltage landscape lighting is very easy to install. However, some people are intimidated by anything electrical that doesn't simply plug into a standard outlet. This Old House does an excellent job showing the installation process in an easy to follow step-by-step guide.

Why low voltage landscape lighting is better than line voltage (120v)

Submitted by Phil on Sun, 12/30/2007 - 05:35

December 30, 2007

Low voltage lighting has been available for some time but homeowners, business owners, and landscape lighting professionals still often have questions about the differences between the two types of landscape lighting systems and what the advantages and disadvantages of each are. This article will provide a brief overview of the two types of lighting and highlight the differences.

What is line voltage or high voltage landscape lighting?

Why Use LEDs for Landscape Lighting

Submitted by Phil on Sun, 12/30/2007 - 05:29

December 18, 2007

LED lighting has many advantages over traditional incandescent or halogen lighting for outdoor or landscape applications:

1. LED landscape lights will last up to 20 times longer.
2. LED landscape lights have no moving parts, fragile filaments or glass to break.
3. LEDs are highly efficient and use less energy because they don't produce waste energy in the form of heat. The fixtures and lens also remain cool to the touch and are therefore less hazardous.

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