A Homeowner's Guide To Choosing The Best Front Porch Lighting

Choosing the right lighting for the front porch is critical as the fixtures need to withstand outside conditions. Many homebuilders have already adjusted their designs to protect outdoor light fixtures, but homeowners still need to do their research to ensure proper lighting. Listed below are a few tips and suggestions.

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Consider security: When designing one’s front porch, safety and security should always be the number one priority. Homeowners should speak with their developer in placing fixtures around the front entrance, pathways, stairs, and other dark corners around the property. Developers do work with homeowners in creating designs that fit their budget.

Consider style: After ensuring the home’s safety, homeowners can then embrace their style preference. Usually, front porches are seen as an extension of the home, so their design reflects whatever architecture is already evident. Still, homeowners can choose to design their porches quite differently from their exterior.

Consider wattage: Fixtures dictate the type of bulb that will be used. There is actually no hard or fast rule regarding wattage although the highly recommended are LED or CFL lights. There are also many energy-saving options one can consider, although again, these lights must be adjusted to the light fixture itself. Homeowners can speak with their developer in creating fixtures that can suit their preferred light wattage.

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Homeowners should remember that outdoor light covers need to be regularly washed, normally once a month. This is to prevent any interference with lighting and reduce the risk of any health or safety hazard.

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A Tip Sheet On The Difference Among a Balcony, Porch, Veranda, And Patio

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Many houses, particularly those built in the Southern states, have an outside space for family members to enjoy. These spaces can take the form of a porch, veranda, patio, or balcony . Knowing the difference among them can empower homeowners in decisions over space optimization:

Porch: This is a covered shelter at the front of the house or building. The external walls of the space are connected to the building but can be enclosed in certain new designs. This has a cultural significance for many Southern families as, in the days of yore, visitors and guests were received in this area before being led into the house.

Balcony: This is a platform outside a house, typically enclosed by walls or balustrades and supported by console brackets. Balconies are usually set above the ground floor and are not meant for social gatherings or entertainment purposes. They are typically small and are used for other purposes such as gardens, viewing areas, hanging clothes, etc.

Veranda: This is a roofed platform at the outside of the house. It is level with the ground floor and sometimes is enclosed by a railing.

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Patio: This is the paved outdoor area adjoining the house. Many homeowners use this for dining or recreation. Families in the south typically enjoy stone exteriors in their patios, but other designs can include concrete, brick, tiles, or cobbles. Patios are considered the "second living room" as they are heavily decorated with outdoor furniture and varied plants.

Many traditional houses have one if not all four of these outdoor spaces.

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