Wednesday, March 19, 2014

Types Of Landscape Lighting Design Oklahoma City

By Luisa Sharpe


Planning landscape lighting design Oklahoma City can take some time and energy from the homeowner. Finding a contractor who has the skill to put together a look that is both functional and creative can be a challenge. There are several highly rated contractors to choose from in the area who can help you decide what you want to do.

Placement of fixtures is one of the most important aspects of the designs you will see. Contractors use different means to demonstrate their ideas and how they will look on your property. Some offer to place temporary lights in position for an evening so the client can get an idea of what they can expect. Others will bring full color drawings or blue prints to the home for display. If you choose to make changes or alter the designs this is when it will be acceptable.

Whether you have a flat yard or one with hilly spots makes a difference regarding what type of fixtures will work best for you. Trees work well with fixtures either at the base or high in the branches. Both effects will showcase the trees to their best advantage. Stairs and walkways need lower light fixtures to brighten the way for guests or family.

If you have a pool or waterfall in your yard shadow lights serve to create silhouettes while ground lights will light up the flow of water in the falls. Underwater fixtures in small ponds and waterfalls can offer subdued coloring that really enhances their charm. Placing fixtures high in trees illuminates larger areas and gives the illusion of moonlight to onlookers.

Many people hesitate to start these projects because they are concerned about the effect the extra lighting will have on their power bills. Most contractors install LED bulbs to minimize this problem. The LED bulbs are far more ecologically friendly and cast brighter illumination than conventional bulbs. They also work with photocells so that the homeowner need never change a bulb again.

Energy efficient transformers are another way of keeping electric use at a minimum. The transformer is attached to the system and reduces the amount of power that is used. When used in concert with low energy fixtures and energy efficient bulbs there is very little change in the client's power usage.

Some homeowners are skilled at putting in their own light designs. Ideas are abundant for these people to choose from. The surrounding neighborhoods offer many excellent options as well as numerous books and CDs available in stores. The supplies for these projects can be purchased from local stores. The option of installing solar powered lights is also available as another power saving option.

Wanting your property to reflect the very best image of you and your home is natural. People tend to put part of themselves into their homes and yards and how they look to others. They also want to be able to enjoy the atmosphere created by their personalities and tastes. What better way to do it than to illuminate the house and yard with custom designed lights.




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