Transitional Modern Outdoor Wall Lights

Transitional Outdoor Wall Lighting

For a more personal look for the home, transitional style is an ideal choice. Transitional style combines traditional pieces with modern pieces, creating a hybrid that is always contemporary and appealing. Transitional outdoor wall lighting is a welcoming choice to introduce guests, friends and family to the home. When placed near the front or back door, the wall light can signal where the entrance is, be a warm and inviting way to start the home, to highlight an address or to add an extra layer of safety and security.

When buying any outdoor wall light, consider the style of the individual piece. Because transitional takes from multiple sources and ideas, this may be more difficult and thus takes extra consideration and thought. Also consider the direction of the light. Some outdoor lights shine up only, down only, or sometimes both. If looking at up down outdoor wall lights, make sure to think about how the light will be display, considering if the light shining in two directions will overwhelm the space.

Other Considerations

Regardless of style, wall lights must be measured properly to ensure they work in the space. The size of a can make or break the space around it, as a fixture that is too small may not make the impact or statement intended, while a piece too large can overwhelm and clash with the size of the room and other objects nearby.

For an outdoor wall light, the location rating is by far the most important aspect. Check the specifications on the fixture to see if it has a wet or damp rating. A wet rating means it can be placed in a location that is directly exposed to water. A damp rating is similar, but distinctive – this rating means the fixture can be near water, such as in a bathroom or under a covered patio, but can never be directly in the way of water. The light output of the fixture is also paramount, as too much or too little light can shape the space from what was intended, under or overwhelming it.