Garden lighting is seasonal work, right? Well, demand may rise as people spend more time outdoors, but its benefits go beyond recreation – outdoor lighting enhances safety, security, and the overall appeal of a space year-round. All in all, it’s business worth pursuing for electricians. But how do you stand out from the competition in this space?
When Andy Ireland decided he needed his garden illuminated, electrician Richard Gaunt sealed the deal because, as Andy noted, he was the only contractor to offer him a free lighting design!
Project brief: enhancing safety and ambience with garden lighting
Let’s set the scene. The area in question was Andy’s back garden, measuring approximately 88 m2 and shaped like a trapezoid. It features a terrace by the back door, with steps leading down to a small patio with a shed. The patio runs parallel to a wider green area with a couple of football nets.
Andy wanted to transform this garden into a welcoming space for evening entertaining while ensuring it remained functional and safe. His vision included creating a warm, inviting atmosphere for social gatherings with carefully placed aesthetic lighting.
At the same time, practical considerations were key – ensuring well-lit pathways, decking, and steps for both safety and ease of movement, especially for young children playing outdoors.
Additionally, security and accessibility were a priority, with lighting designed to enhance visibility at the rear entrance – the main access point to the home – as well as illuminating the shed housing an outdoor freezer.
Free lighting design with 3D models of the outdoor lighting
Richard happens to be a fan of the MyROBUS App, especially its free lighting design service. This turned out to be the cherry on top of this project!
ROBUS has an in-house lighting design team to help electricians create the perfect lighting plan for every job. All you have to do to avail of the service is submit a request through the MyROBUS App. ROBUS’ team of experts will then deliver a free, customised lighting design within 24 hours for standard projects.
Robust, smart-ready and easy to install
The chosen ROBUS products were the perfect fit for this project, delivering style, reliability, and ease of installation that makes the electrician’s workday easier:
- KINGLET ground lights: Built with 316 marine-grade stainless steel housing, these luminaires provide superior corrosion resistance, making them ideal for outdoor use on steps to enhance visibility and safety.
- VEGAS LED strip: This is an electrician’s favourite! VEGAS matches with ROBUS’ clear, easy-clip connectors for a quick and easy installation. A warm white 3000K colour temperature was chosen for a relaxed, inviting atmosphere.
- ULTIMUM EXPRESS downlights: Developed with contractor-led design, these CCT4 selectable downlights feature a transparent 2-part connector for a super easy installation.
- DALI drivers: The current system is switch-operated, but the client is considering integrating a smart relay for automated dusk-to-dawn control while retaining manual switch functionality. For this reason, DALI was installed to offer precise dimming and control options for a more adaptable environment.
A professional outdoor lighting solution
Andy was delighted with the final result, praising the ease of visualisation enabled by the lighting design and the quality of the installation. For Richard, that’s a job well done!
Interested in boosting your electrical contracting business with free lighting designs? Download the MyROBUS App today to get started. Don’t forget to check out the ROBUS garden lighting brochure which has tips to elevate your outdoor lighting game.
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