In centuries past, people often kept oil lamps or candles burning next to their beds to use in case they needed to venture outdoors at night - as they often had to do since indoor plumbing wasn't standard until the middle of the 20th century! These forms of late-night lighting were problematic: soot built up on the walls, smoke inhalation became a common health issue, and, of course, accidental fires were frequent occurrences. If our ancestors had had the option to line their pathways with decorative lighting from Outdoor Lighting Perspectives, they surely would have leaped at the chance. Fortunately, here in the 21st century, we've made pathway lighting an affordable and accessible way to beautify your home!
Boost Your Home's Safety & Security
The main purpose of all lighting is, of course, to improve visibility. Unlike cats and other animals who have exceptional night vision, humans do not have the best night vision and require illumination to see well in darkness. Improved visibility like that afforded by our pathway lighting designs are crucial for safety. Otherwise, anyone using your home's pathways at night will be prone to falls, accidents, and other safety issues.
Improved visibility from pathway lighting has another useful benefit: deterring would-be intruders. When your home is well-lit, these intruders will often believe that someone is home, even if everyone is actually out. Plus, by lighting your yard, intruders will have a much harder time hiding, which not only makes them shy away from attempting to break into your home but also makes it easier for tools like cameras to pick up a high-quality image of their face.
Pathway Lighting for Extended Usability of Outdoor Spaces
Many homeowners love to turn their patios and decks into beautiful spaces, utilizing furniture, appliances, activities, plants, and other items to make these spaces welcoming and useful. Patios and decks can be used as extra living spaces during the daytime, places where family and friends can gather and individuals can enjoy the sun and fresh air. However, without outdoor lighting, these spaces become obsolete at nighttime.
Pathway lighting helps to illuminate these spaces to make them more useful even after sunset. Those whose homes feature floating decks or living spaces that are otherwise placed a short distance away from the house appreciate pathway lighting for the way they support navigation at night. If, however, your patio or deck is attached to your home, you may not need to use paths, but the additional light that emits from pathway lights is still beneficial.
Make a Great First Impression with Pathway Lighting
As the famous saying goes, you never get a second chance to make a good first impression. That rings just as true for our home. Anyone who comes to your home - visitors, guests, neighbors, and passers-by - your house's exterior will have a major impact on the way these people feel about you and your space. When it comes to homes, this first impression has its own name: curb appeal. It is a big factor in your home's property value, so beautifying your outdoor spaces with pathway lighting can increase your curb appeal in a way that benefits you as well as your neighbors.
Experience Excellence from Outdoor Lighting Perspectives
At Outdoor Lighting Perspectives of Chicago, we believe in making sure your investment is worth every penny. That's why we use only the finest materials for our pathway lighting installations. Our heavy-gauge brass fixtures are not only built to withstand the elements, but they also have enduring beauty that transforms over time due to the development of a unique patina that enhances their charm. And with energy-efficient LED bulbs, our lighting solutions are as kind to the environment as they are to your wallet.
Trust Outdoor Lighting Perspectives for Your Pathway Lighting Installation
It's time to transform your home with the beauty of a pathway lighting design from our skilled designers. For a complimentary outdoor lighting design consultation, call (630) 345-4249, or fill out our contact form.
