Deck Lighting & Outdoor Step Lights

Why We Love Deck & Step Lights

Deck and patio lighting makes a backyard more appealing while improving outdoor safety. Related to landscape lighting, deck lighting and outdoor step lights also highlight attractive architectural aspects of a home and easily blends with established decor thanks to the range of looks available. There are many LED deck lighting options as well, so having to change out bulbs in hard-to-reach places isn't really an issue. Look to these deck lighting options to find the right fit for your space.

Where Deck Lighting Works Best

Outdoor lighting, specifically deck and patio step lights, are especially helpful when installed by stairs, handrails and around gazebos. Deck lighting in these outdoor living areas help to establish atmosphere and provide an element of much-needed safety, while also pairing well with existing outdoor fixtures. Deck lights help define patio perimeters and can mount directly onto brick, vinyl and wood columns, making installation easy. The shapes and styles of these fixtures either offer downlighting or uplighting for the deck or patio -- remember, downlights provide safety while uplights provide drama. With well-chosen deck and step lights, you'll create a safe and stylish outdoor living space.

Deck & Outdoor Step Lights for Every Style

Lighting for the deck is offered in a number of styles to fit your exterior's design. While most of the options featured here are sleek and contemporary, you'll find they will complement your deck or patio's existing lighting and furniture quite well. For something that fits a lantern look in your deck lighting, turn to the fixtures from Maxim Lighting. Maxim's deck and step lights suit traditionally styled landscapes and will have no problem co-existing with other light fixtures. For a refreshed, modern look, you'll appreciate the deck lights from WAC Lighting and LBL Lighting. And if you love energy efficiency in your lighting design, be sure to see the LED deck lighting available from CSL Lighting. The right set of deck and step lights are sure to find their way into any style of outdoor lighting.

How to Choose the Best Deck Lights

Similar to other outdoor and landscape light fixtures, you'll need to carefully choose deck and step lights. Begin with the intent of the light fixture -- will it be used for dramatic uplighting or safety-oriented downlighting? There are a number of options to accommodate either purpose. Next, refine your options by the fixtures that fit your style preferences. Remember to try to keep a cohesive design among colors and finishes of your outdoor and landscape lighting. You'll also want to verify that the fixture carries UL rating of wet or damp, making it safe for outdoor use where rainfall, sprinkling systems and other sources of water may be present. If you have any questions about the deck and patio step lights featured here, please call our lighting experts at 877.445.4486.

Other Considerations

Landscape lights are great companions to deck lamps, showcasing trees, shrubs and pathways along the exterior of the home. Consider adding path lights for guided lighting on walkways and safety illumination in the backyard. Or you may like outdoor spotlights to cast dramatic shadows with trees and other elements of the yard. Both options are guaranteed to complement your deck lighting and really round out your outdoor lighting. Finally, if you like this look of step lights, you'll also want to check out the assortment of indoor step lights for installation along stairs and baseboards in the hallway.