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Spots & Built-in · March 2026 · 6 min reading

How to choose a powerful outdoor spot?

Lumens, IP, lighting angle, power supply: the 4 criteria that decide whether your spot survives in winter.

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Team Lumihome
Published on 12 March 2026
How to choose a powerful outdoor spot?

A good outdoor spot is not just an eye-catching one. Four technical criteria determine whether it will really last in time, resist the seasons and deliver the light you need.

1. Lumens, not watts

The wattage indicates the consumption, not the brightness. For the actual brightness, it is the lumen which counts:

  • 10 – 80 lumens: decorative tags, atmosphere
  • 100 – 300 lumens: terminals and aisle appliqués
  • 500 – 1,500 lumens: entrance, garage, parking
  • 2000+ lumens: projectors, large facades, safety

2. The IP index, the only guarantee of waterproofness

The IP is a two-digit code: dust, then water. For external use in France, aim at a minimum IP44. For ground lighting near a gutter or swimming pool, IP65 or more.

Lumihome publishes the exact IP on each product sheet. No marketing round.

3. Solar, 230V or 12V?

Three solutions, three cases of use. The solar is unbeatable for flexibility and zero cost but depends on the sun. The 230V guarantees constant power but requires a connection (and often an electrician). The 12V low voltage is ideal around the swimming pools and for secure self-installation.

4. Manufacturing quality

Failures do not come from LEDs — they come from joints, motion sensor (UV ageing), battery (12 to 24 months on cheap models) and foot (rust). stainless steel or heat-lapped aluminium, with replaceable lithium battery.

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In summary

For an outdoor spot that lasts: lumens adapted to your use, IP44 minimum (65 if direct exposure), consistent power supply with your project, and quality materials. Lumihome masteres the 4 criteria on the entire range.

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Eclairage Solaire

How can you choose a solar terminal? 

Lumihome Tips · 6 min reading
How can you choose a solar terminal? 

Without hesitation, the solar terminal It is an ideal choice to mark the exterior spaces of your home. Practical and aesthetic, it allows you to illuminate places without electricity, and ideally completes the style of your garden. Not to mention its ecological side that will allow you to achieve beautiful energy savings. But, how to choose a solar terminal? In view of the wide choice available on the market, it is normal to feel a little lost. So, no panic! To help you, we have grouped in this article all our good tips to choose a solar terminal, as well as a selection of our models favorite. 

How to choose a solar terminal? 

Before you make your choice permanently and throw yourself at a lost body on a particular model, you should remember some important criteria to consider. 

Battery range 

Beware of the first-priced models! They have a very low battery life and therefore light up very little or no at all at night · Lumihome an average of 8 hours in summer. This guarantees you well-lit evenings. In addition, our solar terminals have a very practical motion sensor, which allows you to effectively relieve the battery and its autonomy. , Christophe Coelho. Yes, the Lumihome solar luminaires only light up if there is a presence detected and thus preserve the rest of the time. 

The leakproofness standard 

The standard of sealing is not to be taken lightly. Indeed, your luminaire will be placed outside, at the mercy of the weather and weather conditions. Not to mention the maintenance of your garden which often requires water jets. It is therefore crucial that your solar terminal is waterproof. To know this, refer to the international standard IP that must appear on your product. This will allow you to know whether your terminal is well waterproof to solid bodies like dust (the first digit) and liquid bodies (the second digit) The higher the index, the better! At Lumihome, our models meet the IP44 standard and are therefore perfectly suited to the outside.

The power of lighting 

Many of the top-priced models offer poor power. What you want is to light up your garden! The power of your solar terminal is therefore crucial. To check this criterion, refer to the number of lumens. At Lumihome, we have focused on the quality and power of our products, so that you don't need to choose between energy saving and lighting power. The new collection of solar terminals has lighting power up to 1500 lumens! Christophe Coelho 

Automatic ignition 

It is also important to check that your solar terminal is automatically lit. This is the case for Lumihome models, which are lit when the sun is present or when the sun is dark. It is a detail that should not be overlooked. Indeed, it is convenient to find its lighting when it is late to return home. No need to think about it before you go out. You know that when you return, you will find your illuminated exteriors. At Lumihome, our models have three lighting modes.  

The color of light

Solar terminals work with LED bulbs that are able to provide high quality lighting. So you can have the choice between neutral white, warm white and sometimes even changing colors. So, how to make your decision? If you have an exterior with contemporary looks, neutral white lighting is to be preferred. However, if you want to bring a warm side to your garden, we recommend you to opt for a solar terminal with warm white lighting.

The best solar terminals 

The Venus Led solar terminal

Elegant and robust, the Venus Led solar terminal The Venus Led terminal is a must in the Lumihome solar range. Designed in stainless steel, it has a high lighting power (up to 600 lumens) and three different lighting modes, with integrated motion detector. The latter is capable of detecting a presence at 10 meters, at a 90° angle. Ideal for delimiting the alleys, paths and even the terrace contours, the Venus Led terminal integrates into all gardens.

Luxor Solar Terminal

Bring style to your exterior with this little jewel as beautiful lit as it is turned off. The Luxor solar terminal has a unique and inimitable aesthetic. Available in black or stainless steel, it has 72 cm lighting and 600 lumens that will satisfy the most demanding among you. Perfectly autonomous, it automatically lights up and also has three different lighting modes. 

Sun 1000 solar terminal

Enjoy efficient light and power never seen with Sun 1000 solar terminal. Perfectly autonomous, this luminaire features a single crystal panel and a new generation Li-Ion battery to break power records and reach up to 1,000 lumens. 

Liberty Solar Terminal

Small but effective, la Liberty solar terminal The elegant and sober, it integrates into all exteriors with ease and has all the advantages of Lumihome solar products: resistance, power, autonomy, and quality of lighting. And if you appreciate the style, it even applies for exteriors in total harmony. 

Luna Solar Terminal

Take a height of 95 cm, which combines the positive points. Elegant, it is made of stainless steel that guarantees it extreme resistance to external conditions. Moreover, its reflector is perfectly resistant to UV radiation attack as it keeps all its transparency and does not tarnish over time. Like other models in our range, the Luna terminal will allow you to enjoy an 8 hour autonomy. 

 

Now you know all the criteria to consider when choosing your luminaire. Solar solutions are now just as effective as traditional lighting, provided you make the right choice. So, don't hesitate to discover our entire range of solar terminals, and enjoy the quality of Lumihome. 

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