There are many decisions to be made when building a new deck or rebuilding an old one. You have to choose between decking materials, railings, adding an underdeck, and many other options. However, another thing you should be considering is deck lighting. While it might seem like something small, adding lighting can help enhance your deck in a variety of ways!

Benefits of Deck Lighting

Adding some lighting to your decking can enhance your outdoor experience. Well-lit decks make it safer for people to move around in the late evening or at night. In addition to better safety, it allows you to extend the use of your deck. Lighting provides easy navigation, especially if you add them to the deck step and stairs. In addition, the lighting will showcase your property and enhance the mood and atmosphere. The best part is that you can make these lights energy-efficient by opting to use LED lights. LED (light emitting diode) lights are durable, long-lasting, and consume less energy compared to traditional incandescent bulbs or fluorescent lighting.

Adding lighting to your outdoor space can significantly enhance its functionality, safety, and ambiance. Here are some compelling reasons to add lighting to your deck.

Great Reasons to Add Lights

Extended Usability

Evening Enjoyment: With deck lighting, you can enjoy your deck long after the sun goes down, making it perfect for evening gatherings or a quiet night under the stars.

Safety

Accident Prevention: Well-placed lights can illuminate stairs, railings, and walking paths, reducing the risk of trips and falls.
Increased Visibility: Lights can help you see objects or hazards on your deck, preventing accidents.

Enhanced Aesthetics

Visual Appeal: Lighting can highlight the architectural features of your deck and create a visually appealing environment.
Ambiance: Different types of lighting (like string lights, spotlights, or LED strips) can set various moods, from cozy and intimate to vibrant and festive.

Highlighting Features

Showcase Elements: Lights can draw attention to specific features of your deck, such as planters, built-in seating, or water features.
Architectural Accents: Illuminate structural elements to enhance the overall design of your outdoor space.

Increased Property Value

Curb Appeal: Well-designed lighting can boost the attractiveness of your home and potentially increase its market value.
Desirability: An appealing outdoor space can make your property stand out to prospective buyers.

Security

Deterrent: Proper lighting can act as a deterrent to potential intruders by making the area more visible and less attractive for illicit activity.
Visibility: Illuminated decks are less likely to attract unwanted visitors or intruders.

Entertainment and Functionality

Versatility: Deck lighting can create a variety of settings suitable for different activities, such as dining, reading, or socializing.
Functional Lighting: Practical lighting, such as task lighting for cooking or reading, can make your deck more functional.

Adding Lighting with Miles Bradley

If you are interested in adding lighting to your new deck, then Miles Bradley can help you! We can put lights on your steps, rails, or posts on your deck. Adding attractive lighting provides decorative accents, and warm highlighting.

Step and rail lighting has many advantages not only is it a great enhancement for looks but is a safety advantage as well. As you can see from the picture, even though the lighting is subtle, the lights will help people see where they are walking and stepping down.

Our professional deck builders in the Metro Detroit area or Chicago, Illinois area can help you decide on the many choices of lighting; function, combination, style, size and layout!