Built-in deck lights are more than just a luxury. Here’s what makes them worth it.
Usable deck space is always welcome whether it’s cool or warm outside. No home is truly complete without an outdoor space large enough for you to sit out and relax. If you have considered renovating or building a deck for your Maryland home, you might have run into built-in deck lighting as an additional option. Is built-in deck lighting worth it?
Types of Deck Lights
Placement
Deck lights are usually located on deck railing posts, stair risers, or the perimeters of deck platforms. You can use one or more of these placements to create a functionally-lit deck.
Electric and Solar
Deck lights can be electric lights or solar lights. If they are electric, they only have a low voltage but sufficiently light up the deck or deck stairs. If they are LED lights, they should last a very long time. Meanwhile, solar lights might not be as bright as electric lights, but they will still provide sufficient and energy-efficient lighting.
Timing
Built-in deck lights can turn on and off from dusk to dawn according to timers that you manually set or photocells that automatically control the lights based on the natural light level.
Is Built-In Deck Lighting Worth It?
Limit Clutter
Built-in deck lights are truly luxurious, but are they worth it? They do a great job of limiting clutter on your deck that string lights, outdoor standing or tabletop lamps, and other fixtures would create. Built-in lights are also much more streamlined than attachable strip lights.
Increase Functionality
Backyard decks aren’t just for daytime, weekend, or holiday use. They are also perfect for gathering together in the evenings. While a fire pit can provide a minimal amount of lighting, actual deck lights will make it possible to see at night.
Increase Value
Built-in lighting elevates the quality of your backyard deck. While your deck doesn’t have to be fitted out with all the additions available, it can still have enough elements to elevate your outdoor living experience. If you choose to sell your home, a quality backyard deck can make it more attractive.
Call Mid-Atlantic Deck & Fence For Your New Deck or Fence!
Mid-Atlantic Deck & Fence has almost 30 years of experience in building beautiful custom fences, gazebos, screened-in porches, and decks throughout the state of Maryland. We have the expertise to design your dream fence or custom deck and have it installed in a headache-free process. Give us a call at 1-800-833-9310 or visit us online for a quote today! We offer many different styles of fencing and decking, in addition to custom options designed specifically to suit your preferences and tastes. To see examples of our work and get more tips on how to choose the right decking for your family, follow us on Facebook, Twitter, Houzz, Pinterest, YouTube, and LinkedIn.