Solar lighting is attracting more and more homes. And for reasons: it is ecological, economical, and especially practical. Indeed, it uses the inexhaustible energy of the sun to function, it allows to make beautiful savings, and it is positioned where you feel good because it does not require electrical connections. It is therefore an excellent compromise to illuminate your exteriors and illuminate your garden. Moreover, the sun's lighting is a great compromise to light up your garden. Solar lamps Available in multiple models and shapes: spots, projectors, terminals, appliques, etc. The offer is wide.
But, how to make the right choice? Find out right away our complete guide on how to choose your solar lighting.
The principle of solar lighting
The solar luminaire is made up of two essential elements: a battery and photovoltaic panels. It is they that will allow, during the day, to store the maximum of solar energy, then use it in the evening to light up the exteriors. The solar lighting thus allows to bring a light point to your garden easily, freeing you from constraints. Indeed, with the solar, finished the cables to pass and bury. Just find the ideal location to plant or fix your lamp and enjoy the many advantages. Eh yes because practicality is not the only advantage of this ecological system, since it also allows to lower your energy bill. And if you choose LED solar lighting, know that the economy will be even more important.
The different types of solar lighting
Each light source has its own specificity. It is also the case with solar. This lighting system is available in different types of products to allow you to use it properly.
Solar terminals
Solar terminals The sunlights are more suitable for marking terraces or walkways, as are solar spots. Their difference: they provide more diffuse and high lighting. To do this, discover the many models of Lumihome solar terminals and their contemporary style. And if you want to get up, choose the Sun-2000 solar lamp.
Solar pots
Like solar terminals, the poles are used for road and aisle marking, and their size and ease of installation also allow them to find their place within the plant massifs or even simple flower pots.
Solar projectors
The solar projector is particularly interesting for lighting an entrance, porch or aisle, and is intended for use in passing places. It can also be used to light up a defined element or a specific area of your garden thanks to its orientable function. The solar projector can also be equipped with a motion detector, as is the case for Lumihome solar projectors, and so light up as soon as a passage or intrusion is detected. The luminaire equipped with a motion detector also limits energy consumption, know - You can't.
The criteria to consider when choosing your solar lighting
Self-sufficiency
The range of solar lighting can vary greatly from one luminaire to another, and from one manufacturer to another. It is therefore important to refer to the characteristics of the solar lamp in question before making your purchase. If you want your garden to remain illuminated throughout the night, you need a range of between 8 and 12 hours. However, if your solar lighting is equipped with a motion sensor, it will save you energy. Therefore, a 4 hour range can be perfectly suited explains Christophe Coelho.
Lighting power
Solar lighting has long suffered from a bad reputation due to the low intensity of light it was able to offer. But today, solar luminaires are much more efficient. To make your choice, it is important to refer to the number of lumens of your solar lamp:
- If you want to achieve a simple markup, a power of less than 100 lumens can be perfectly suited. The goal is not to illuminate, but rather to define a space.
- If you want to bring a sufficient light point, without blinding guests, choose a solar lighting with a intensity of between 100 and 250 lumens.
- Finally, if you want to achieve safety lighting, an intensity of more than 250 lumens will be necessary. Most of the time, the very bright solar luminaires are equipped with a motion detector. Indeed, such power is not permanently useful to illuminate your exteriors.
Interest in the deported sign
Solar lighting with remote panel allows you to illuminate a poorly exposed or sunny area, thanks to solar energy. To do this, simply place the remote panel in a light-bathed area, so that the associated solar lamp has all its capabilities to illuminate your space.
The importance of leakproofing standards
The exterior lighting in general must meet certain standards of sealing according to the location where it is located. This also applies to solar solutions. To choose your lighting, take an interest in the luminaire protection index. Composed of two digits, this IP indicates the degree of protection against penetration of solid bodies (the first digit) and liquids (the second digit). Thus, you will find different indices, namely:
- IP 23: it protects the luminaire from light water sprays. Choose whether your lamp is placed under a roof or a canopy.
- l的IP 44: suitable for installation in a projector or a wall. It ensures perfect protection against water projections.
- l的IP55: it guarantees protection against dust and water jets in any direction.
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- IP 67: it ensures a temporary immersion seal.
- The IP 68 ensures permanent immersion watertightness, which is essential for luminaires placed inside a pool or pool.
Installation and maintenance of solar lighting
The exterior lighting in general must meet certain standards of sealing according to the location where it is located. This also applies to solar solutions. To choose your lighting, take an interest in the luminaire protection index. Composed of two digits, this IP indicates the degree of protection against penetration of solid bodies (the first digit) and liquids (the second digit). Thus, you will find different indices, namely:
Where to place solar lighting?
Even though most of the current solar solutions are very efficient, a sunny location is recommended. This allows the luminaire to fill up with energy and be fully efficient. 的The Lumihome solutions are based on innovative and patented technology, which allows for the creation of amazing and unique lighting for a solar product. The new solar sensor enables the luminaire to be effective even if it is not placed in full sunlight. Christophe Coelho.
You can also choose a solar lighting solution with a remote panel if the place to be illuminated is under shelter or under a canopy, for example.
Reduced maintenance
One of the advantages of solar lighting is undoubtedly its low maintenance. A regular sponge blow on photovoltaic cells is enough to dust them and ensure their proper functioning. Know that the batteries of the Lumihome models are interchangeable. This means that in case of problems you will no longer need to change your entire luminaire, but you can simply replace the battery, for a lighting that lasts over time.
We hope that this guide will be useful for you to choose your solar lighting. Models, shapes, styles, sun protection index, with or without detector... Your choice will have to be made according to the use that will be made of the luminaire.
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