Outdoor lighting

Create extra safety with outdoor lighting   

Outdoor lighting is an effective way to increase safety and security around your home. Outdoor lighting can improve your own safety and that of your guests. Well-lit driveways, entrances, paths, or stairs make it much easier to see where you are walking, especially during the dark winter months. Not only is it more comfortable, but it also reduces the risk of falls.  

If your driveway, front yard or courtyard is well-lit, you also reduce the risk of unwanted visitors, as light can act as a deterrent to intruders. Outdoor lighting with motion sensors can even ensure that the lights turn on automatically. That way, no one can move around your property unnoticed. 

Outdoor lights can also decorate your home  

Outdoor lighting is not only practical. Installing outdoor lights can also help create a more welcoming atmosphere. Wall lights at the entrance provide a warm and cosy welcome, and the lights also look great on your home's facade. On the patio, outdoor lighting can also create a cosy atmosphere and even extend the cosy evenings outdoors.  

In the garden, you can use decorative outdoor lighting to highlight trees, bushes or beds. You can also place small spotlights along footpaths. This will help make your garden extra cosy when darkness falls.  

Choose from several types of outdoor lighting at Biltema  

At Biltema, you'll find a wide range of outdoor lighting that can both fulfil your practical needs and enhance aesthetics. This means that whether you are looking for functional or decorative solutions, we have something for you. In the range we have:   

• Courtyard lights: This type of outdoor lighting is a bright and robust solution that is ideal for driveways or courtyards. Courtyard lights spread a wide light, and several of our models are equipped with twilight sensors. So you don't have to turn on the light yourself.   

• LED floodlights: If you need extra bright light, an LED floodlight for your driveway can be a good choice. You can be sure of a bright and clear light, either with or without a motion sensor. The sensor helps to increase your safety and security.   

• Solar lights: Looking for environmentally friendly outdoor lighting? We also have practical solar lights that you can easily place in your garden or along paths, without the need for cables. Solar-powered garden lights are charged by the sun during the day and turn on automatically in the evening.    

• Wall lights: We also have a selection of outdoor wall lights and spotlights that are both decorative and practical, especially around the front door or on the house wall along the terrace. An outdoor wall light creates a welcoming atmosphere while providing practical lighting.   

You can easily and conveniently order your goods online, whatever type of outdoor lighting suits your needs. Your order will be ready at your nearest Bilka store within two hours. It doesn't get much easier to light up your outdoor area.  

Your needs determine the type of outdoor lighting you should choose  

When choosing the right outdoor lighting, it's important to start with your specific needs. You need to know exactly what the purpose of the lighting is. Is the lighting primarily intended to create a cosy atmosphere in the garden or on the patio, or is the focus on safety and functionality? Both purposes can be met, but they require very different types of outdoor lighting.  

For example, if you want to ensure that your driveway or courtyard is well lit, then it makes sense to choose courtyard lights or LED floodlights for the purpose. Both provide a powerful and optimal light. Do you want a cosy light on the terrace or in the garden? Then you should look at solar lights or wall lights, both of which provide a more subdued light.   

It's also important to consider whether your outdoor lighting should be equipped with extra features. For example, a motion sensor that automatically turns on the light when the sensor detects movement. It could also be a dusk sensor, which automatically turns on the light when it gets dark.   

So it's the purpose of the lighting that should be the main focus when choosing between the different types. That way, you can be sure that you get a solution that suits your home and your needs.  

Remember a light source for your outdoor lighting  

When you order your outdoor lighting from Biltema, it's important to be aware of whether the light source is included or not. Not all lamps come with light bulbs, and it's a shame to discover that you're missing the light source when you start the installation.   

If the bulb is not included, remember to purchase a suitable light source for your outdoor lighting. Always remember to check the specifications of your chosen outdoor lighting before selecting a bulb. That way, you can make sure you get the right type.   

See our light sources here  

How to best maintain your outdoor lighting  

Outdoor lighting is exposed to wind, weather and changing temperatures, and even though the lights are made for outdoor use, it's important to maintain your lights regularly. That way, you can be sure that your lighting works optimally and lasts for many years.  

It's a good idea to clean your lights annually, especially if your outdoor lighting belongs to the decorative category. Dirt, insects and pollen can easily accumulate on the lamps, which is neither decorative nor optimises brightness.  

It's also a good idea to check your light sources regularly. Maybe they need to be replaced? Here, it's important to note that LED bulbs last a bit longer. See our LED bulbs here. 

If you have solar lights in your garden, it is important to ensure that the solar panels are not covered in dirt or leaves. This can prevent the lamps from performing optimally, as it can affect the charging ability.   

If you have yard lights or LED floodlights hanging in your driveway or courtyard, it's a good idea to check the wires and cables from time to time. Both winter cold and moisture can wear down the materials.

FAQ

What type of outdoor lighting is suitable for driveways?

For driveways, yard lights or LED floodlights are ideal choices. Both types provide a bright and wide light for good visibility. LED floodlights are also available with motion sensors that turn on when activity is detected. 

What brightness is suitable for outdoor lighting?

The brightness of outdoor lighting is measured in lumens. For driveways and the like, 1,000-1,500 lumens is recommended to ensure powerful lighting. For decorative lighting in the garden or patio, lower lumen levels of 300-700 lumens can create a cosy atmosphere.

How does outdoor lighting with motion sensors work?

Lights with motion sensors are automatically activated when they detect movement nearby. The sensor turns the light on for a period of time and then turns it off again. This saves energy and increases safety as the light is only active when needed.