What is the Best stair lighting for you?

When you’re planning out the lighting design for your house, we always include our hallways and landings, but you can easily over look Stair Lighting. If you are interested in purchasing stair lighting keep on reading this blog as we will be going over the different types of lighting you can get for your stairs.

Discreet lighting

LED strip lighting can be fitted easily and also be dimmed to create the perfect stair lighting for you. However in some homes the stairway stairs can be slightly away from the wall, if this is the case light strips can be embedded into the staircase itself perfect for seeing in the dark and to make your home unique.

Stair Wall Lights

If you have a very narrow staircase you may prefer not to install lights in or around the stairs at all. If this is the case wall lights are the perfect option for you, as these lights can still illuminate the stair way so you can still see where you are going in the dark.

Spiral stair case

If you have a spiral staircase a beautiful pendant light cascading through the centre of your stairwell will add the ‘wow’ factor top any house hold.

You shouldn’t forget about stair lighting as it brings advantages and uniqueness to your home. If you have any questions or would like to know more about our products please don’t hesitate to contact us on 01773 541 003

Why do we put lights on Christmas trees?

December is here! It’s our favourite time of the year here at the Garden Lighting Shop! Snow on the ground, logs in the fire, and best of all – Christmas lights everywhere! Whether you’ve put yours up yet or not, the Christmas tree is probably the most quintessential aspects of the festive season.

Each year we all cut down a tree, (or grab it from the loft), and decorate it with lights, tinsel and decorations - but have you ever thought about how this tradition started?

Well people actually started lighting Christmas trees in the middle of the 17th century. Candles were attached to the end of tree branches with wax or pins and were adhered to the tree to represent shining stars. This tradition started in Germany and spread to Eastern Europe over the next two centuries. As you can imagine this was a serious fire hazard, so most people wouldn’t put their trees up until Christmas Eve, ensuring that they would only be up for a brief period of time while the tree was still fresh and less flammable.

The custom of putting strings of lights on trees began in 1882. Edward Johnson – an associate of Thomas Edison – wired red, white and blue bulbs together and placed them on an evergreen tree. In 1895, President Grover Cleveland followed suit and decorated a Christmas tree in the White House with stringed lights! The public took notice, and the tradition has been ever since.

Not surprisingly, it used to be extremely expensive to have a lit Christmas tree. Electricians would have sold bulbs for this purpose, but they would have needed to be wired together by a professional electrician, so only very affluent people would have had a lit tree.

These days’ festive holiday lights use LED (light-emitting diode) technology. These lights are far more efficient than incandescent lights and have a much longer life-span!

The Christmas tree: It’s long been a symbol of the holiday season. If you’re looking to decorate a tree outdoors this year, our beautiful festoons are a fantastic option. You really can enhance your festivities with our range, which are not only beautiful, but are safe to use and excellent value too! Take a look for yourself here. 

Create a winter wonderland with our Festoon harnesses

The nights are drawing in, the leaves are falling from the trees and soon autumn’s abundance of colour will fade to the greys and whites of winter. The colder months are a great time for cosying up on the sofa with a nice cup of something warm – but are also when lighting becomes more important!

Some people can forget about their gardens in the winter and we think it’s such a shame! During these colder months, when we celebrate Halloween, Bonfire Night, Christmas and New Year, your garden can be a massive part of your celebrations!

We think you should celebrate the turning of the seasons by lighting up your garden with subtle or spectacular lighting options! We can help you light up your winter wonderland for the autumn and winter months, because we think is a time to let your garden really shine (literally)!

Christmas especially is an extraordinary and magical time of year, and being around friends and family is one of the joys of the season. You can truly enhance your festivities with our range of outdoor Christmas lights! Safe to use, excellent value and beautifully effective, our Festoon Collection is second to none.

Whether snow is on the ground yet or not, you can give your visitors a wintry welcome by adorning your windows and doors, fences and trees, decking and porches, with these beautiful lights that offer all the shimmer and sparkle the festive season deserves!

  

See our stunning range of Festoon lighting to transform your garden this winter here.

5 jobs to get done in the garden this autumn!

We hate to admit it, but the summer days are well and trying coming to a close. As we wave goodbye to the long evenings lounging in the garden, we must turn our attention to preparing and tending to our gardens for the cooler months.

So what can you do to keep your garden looking kempt this autumn? Here are our 5 essential garden jobs you should get done this autumn...

1 – Cut those hedges!

We recommend pruning your hedges for the last time in autumn to prevent decaying if damp should accumulate. Only cut deciduous hedges back as far as you can without creating any holes, as these will not grow back over the winter months, which will leave the hedge looking bare.

2 – Prep those Lawns!

During the winter the wet weather, low temperatures and feeble sunshine all affect your lawn – which is why they need some TLC before the cold spell begins! When the autumn leaves start to fall, they should be cleared from the lawn regularly so not to deprive your lawn of light. We recommend that you mow your lawn for the last time around the beginning of November, and be sure not to cut in shorter than 5cm, as longer grass can make better use of less sunlight.

3 - Protect those plants

Plants that are sensitive to frost, including beds and roses, should be covered with twigs, branches and leaves - or wrapped in bubble wrap. We recommend bringing any pot plants indoors or place them in a sheltered position to protect.

4 - Frost damage prevention

So that frozen water cannot cause any damage, it’s a good idea to switch off any water connections, empty taps and watering devices you have for the colder months. If you have any water features, dismantle any pumps and, if necessary, install an anti-ice pump.

5 - Lights

We could write a whole blog without mentioning garden lighting, could we? Now is the time to make your garden glow with beautiful outdoor lighting. Our range of garden lighting includes floodlights, security lighting, wall lights, garden lanterns as well as festoon lights and decking solutions! Having worked in commercial outdoor lighting for over 40 years, manufacturing and supplying exterior lighting and street furniture to councils, architects & designers, we really know the ins and outs of garden lighting!

We’re passionate about garden lights and landscape lighting and are more than happy to offer you some of the best inside tips and suggestions from our previous projects.

If you want to add a glow to your garden this autumn give us a call - 01773 541 003

Why we love our Festoon Lighting...

Here at the Garden Lighting shop we provide the most stunning beautiful festoon & outdoor party lights that are perfect for so many occasions and events...

Built to our own high specification, our quality lighting harnesses are designed to offer practical, discrete and truly magical lighting schemes! They have been used for:

• Outdoor functions and parties
• Decorative lighting solutions for alfresco dining
• Marquee and tent lighting
• Display and sign lighting
• Wedding lighting
• On film sets

We can offer bespoke manufacturing to suit any specific application you may have, as well as offering both black and white rubber extendable festoon strings!

Absolutely perfect for weddings and parties, and ideal for both indoor and outdoor installations, our versatile range is guaranteed to transform any space into a picturesque wonderland. From decorative party lighting to commercial sign lighting, our lights come in a variety of lengths and styles and offer a quick and economical lighting solution! 

They can be used for both domestic and commercial applications such as the illumination of wedding marquees, commercial buildings, garden gazebos, window displays and large Christmas trees... the possibilities are endless!

Equally they make great outdoor party lights you home use and can be installed as a permanent lighting solution!

What’s more is our extensive range of lamps are available in a range of styles including retro, incandescent and shatterproof LED lamps!

Here at the Garden Lighting Shop we are passionate about all things garden lighting! We know that our Festoon Lighting solutions are great, otherwise we wouldn’t sell them! If you require help or assistance, or just want to know more about our Festoon Lighting products, please don’t hesitate to give us a call and we will be happy to help. 

Top garden lighting tips

We’re taking it back to basics with this month’s blog! Here are some of our top garden lighting tips to get you started with making your garden glow.

Bump up the romance

Our stunning festoon and hanging lighting can really bring your garden to life. It can create a romantic and peaceful ambiance and is rarely expensive to install. 

Layer your Light

To make your yard look as beautiful at night as it does during the day, landscape lighting is essential. Here at the Garden Lighting shop we'll show you how to combine ambient lighting with task lights for a beautiful look and security and safety. We can also give you advice on how to incorporate accent lighting such as spotlights, strip lights, leds, festoon lighting and water-feature lighting.

Light up your resources

Add some drama by spotlighting a tree or other garden focal point. Spotlights can really accentuate plants and tree trunks and can create a pleasing glow on other garden foliage in the evening.

Guide the Way

It’s a great idea to use garden lighting to lead guests to your home to your front door. A trail of lights set along the pathway can give a magical look. We recommend that you avoid placing the lights all in a straight line as this can create a bit of a runway effect. Remember t combine safety with attractiveness for all entry lighting - guide visitors to the front door with welcoming lights that sufficiently illuminate any stairs or other potential hazards.

I can’t find your house?

Use lighting to ensure that your house number or name is well lit at night time for both safety and practicality. It will be easy to find after dark by both visiting guests and emergency services.

Solar

Decorative solar-powered landscape lights require no wiring, making them super easy and safe to use and install. Simply place them in a sunny spot, and when the sun goes in, they will start to shine. We have a huge range here at the Garden Lighting shop and will of course advice you on selecting yours.

From pretty hanging lights to coloured LED lighting, we have it all at The Garden Lighting Shop and we are proud of our selection. We only sell brand new, high quality products direct from the manufacturer and all products offered on our website can be purchased directly from the site or by phoning us or if you wish you can send your orders by email, fax or letter. 

We know how to make your glow like it deserves to, so if you have any questions please do not hesitate to contact us for some advice. We are more than happy to help with all of your lighting needs! 

The Garden Lighting Shop

Here at The Garden Lighting Shop we specialise in...you guessed it, garden lighting! Our extensive range of lighting includes a wide variety of exterior lighting that is suitable for gardens, patios and landscaping projects.

Whether you want lighting for decorative or security purposes we have something for everyone and for every need.

With many years experience in the lighting industry we are a company that you can trust to supply you with the very garden lights around!

You may be thinking there aren’t that many types of garden lights out there, but you would be wrong! As you will see from looking at our website there are many, here are a few of them:

Low voltage lights are a more affordable type of outdoor lighting, whether this is a path or a patio area, this safe lighting is a great way of adding light to an outside area.

Flood lighting is a very popular type of outdoor lighting as it is often used for security purposes; this type of lighting is available in a range of styles and prices in order to suit all needs and budgets.

Festoon and Party lights are very popular outdoor lights; after all it is pretty much impossible to hold an outdoor party with no lighting! They come in different colours and styles so no matter what atmosphere you want to create at your party there is sure to be a light for you. There is also a variety of rope lights and curtain lights which are a great outdoor addition if you want to create a nice ambiance for a special occasion.

If you want some outdoor lighting but fancy something a little extra special then our range of decorative lighting will provide exactly that! We have a range of lamp posts and other styles that will look lovely on your path or in your garden.

For those of you who want some garden lighting but don’t fancy anything permanent then portable floor and table lamps are available, these look lovely dotted around the garden area.

All in all there is a garden light for every need and occasion, so if you want to add a little something extra to your outdoor area then this could be the perfect idea! Alternatively if security is something you are concerned about then this could be a great solution.

Browse our website and see exactly what we have to offer, don’t forget to check our clearance section to see if you can pick up a bargain!