What is the purpose of landscape lighting?
What kind of lighting is best for you? How do you choose fixtures, bulbs, wiring and transformers? The following sections will answer these questions and more. Handy installation and maintenance tips are also listed to help with your project. Troubleshooting Checklist is at the bottom of page! • LIGHT UP THE LANDSCAPE. There are 4 primary reasons for using landscape lighting: • Security • Safety • Direction • Accent • COMMON USES: Landscape lighting is most often used for: Path Lighting: Use random and alternate spacing. Dont outline your walks and driveways like airport landing strips (the runway effect). Back Lighting: Use against walls, trellises, or for shadowing trees. Highlighting: Use to illuminate trees, plants, or statues. Well Lighting: Use in lawns or rock areas. Conceals your light source. Flood Lighting: Use to highlight trees, rocks, or buildings. • CHOOSING THE BEST TYPE OF LANDSCAPE LIGHTING. There are two basic landscape lighting systems for residential use: The 12 vol
