{"id":112,"date":"2026-04-29T10:55:32","date_gmt":"2026-04-29T10:55:32","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/blog.lighting-direct.co.uk\/blog\/?p=112"},"modified":"2026-05-11T10:49:43","modified_gmt":"2026-05-11T10:49:43","slug":"top-tips-for-choosing-deck-and-ground-lights","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/blog.lighting-direct.co.uk\/blog\/top-tips-for-choosing-deck-and-ground-lights\/","title":{"rendered":"Top Tips for Choosing Deck and Ground Lights"},"content":{"rendered":"\n
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Posted on 11 August 2014<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Author: Maxine Clarke<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Last updated on 2 August 2024<\/p>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n

It\u2019s a win-win situation when illuminating your outdoor plot with deck and ground lights.<\/a> Not only do they bring an element of safety when highlighting paths, driveways and decking after dark but they also add ambience to your outside space.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deck and ground lighting is subtle and unobtrusive and can be a sophisticated way to light up your exterior areas. Let\u2019s take a look at your options.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Deck, Ground or Driveway?<\/h1>\n\n\n\n

Deck Lighting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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When you are dining al fresco and the Sun begins to fade, lighting up your decking area will allow you to continue entertaining into the wee small hours. All deck lights will have an IP rating<\/a> but do check what rating they carry so you know how well it is protected from the elements. With an IP68 rating, the Astrum LED Deck Light<\/a> is a great choice and as it is low voltage it is completely safe to install. It uses energy efficient LED technology so is robust, doesn\u2019t get hot under foot and has a super long lifespan.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use deck lights as markers to define the area. Position them every 5 feet around the edges of your decking for a stylish and safe environment. Don\u2019t forget to highlight any steps ensuring the lights are correctly positioned to avoid glare and give maximum illumination to the treads on the steps.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Circular ground and deck lights are slightly easier to install because if the cut-out on a square or rectangular fixture is not perfect, the fitting will look misaligned. As with all outdoor lights<\/a> it is always recommended that a professional electrician is consulted. Try and think about your lighting prior to building the decking.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ground Lighting<\/h2>\n\n\n\n
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Create pools of light along your path and driveway with carefully selected ground lights. As they sit flush with the floor they do not cause a trip hazard and will illuminate the way ahead in style. With a contemporary textured diffuser, the\u00a0Messina LED Ground Light \u2013 Square<\/a>\u00a0is a solid all-rounder and suitable for use under foot. Similarly, the\u00a0Garland LED Walkover Lights \u2013 Set of 10 \u2013 White,<\/a>\u00a0as their name suggests, are perfectly safe to walk over so ideal for your pathway lighting.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Add a spectrum of colours to your pathways or decking with a recessed fitting such as the Felix IP68 7W Recessed Ground Light<\/a> with Colour Filters with red, blue and green filter accessories. Let the lights reflect the mood and ambience you wish to recreate.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Soft, warm up-light from recessed driveway lights will guide you to the entrance of your home at nightfall. They need to be robust and suitable for a vehicle to pass over. The Adelpha Submersible Ground Light,<\/a> by way of example, is designed to be driven over and thanks to its high IP rating can be jet washed too.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The beauty of ground and deck lights is their simple, neat appearance. However they can make quite an impact when guiding you around your outdoor space at night. For our comprehensive range of hardwearing lights go to the deck and ground<\/a> section.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For more inspiration check out our Lighting Ideas<\/a> section.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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