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Pedestal lights are the small versions of the well-known post lights. As the name suggests, a key element is the base on which the main body of the luminaire sits. Walls or pillars usually act as such a base. So base lamps are sometimes also referred to as pillar lights.

This type of lighting is particularly popular outdoors as path lighting. These outdoor lamps are very common in many outdoor areas such as the garden, patio or entrance area and are impressive in many respects. Pedestal lights are used to illuminate areas close to the ground and are usually between 40 cm and 50 cm high.

Not just a visual feature, but also a safety feature

The outdoor lights not only provide a more attractive appearance, but when used as path lighting they also provide the necessary safety when walking through the dark. Another safety feature provided by outdoor lighting is burglary protection.

If the garden area or driveway is fitted with lights, burglars cannot find their way to the house under cover of darkness. If there is a house with lighting and a house next to it without lighting, it is logical to choose the house in the dark.

Special outdoor design

However, pedestal lights not only serve as a safety factor, but also as a visual highlight. They can be used very well as accent lighting for plants or shrubs, for example. These outdoor lamps are equally suitable for stylishly illuminating the driveway or path to the house.

In the area path lightingbollard or pillar lights and pedestal lights, there is now an enormous selection. Modern lamps with materials such as stainless steel or aluminum are impressive. Anthracite pedestal lamps are also very popular and harmonize in modern garden areas or driveways.

Classic lights, vintage-look pedestal lamps and antique pedestal lights are also available. The popular globe lights can also be found in most gardens. In this variant, the frame is crowned by a luminous sphere.

The round body in opal white creates a particularly attractive and elegant look. The light is so softly glare-free that the surroundings are evenly illuminated. This variety means that the right outdoor lighting can be found for every home.

Quality in outdoor areas - what do you need to consider?

It is essential to ensure the right quality for path, bollard or pedestal lights. The constant outdoor use of the light means that it is exposed to weather influences such as rain, hail, snow or sunlight. In order to enjoy individual lighting in the garden, patio or driveway for a long time to come, attention should be paid to the protection class, test marks and material.

The minimum requirement for outdoor lighting is protection class IP44. This characteristic describes the protection against splashing water on all sides. With protection class IP44, the second digit "4" refers to water protection. The first digit means that foreign bodies with a diameter of one millimeter or more cannot get through these models. Fine dust can enter, but insects or dirt cannot.

Once you have found the right light, the next question is where to mount it. These outdoor lights are often placed on a raised surface such as a wall. They can then be screwed directly to the base of the pedestal. On the ground, pedestal lights should be mounted on a frost-proof foundation or a similarly firm base. This ensures that the light is not knocked over and damaged by wind or other influences.

Great additional features of pedestal lights

In addition to the ability to recharge via the sun, there are also other pedestal lights with great additional functions. For example, there is the choice of a light with a motion detector, which is a very popular feature of modern lighting. The light only comes on when someone enters the radius of movement. This saves electricity and money, and solar-powered lights are easy on the battery.

The angle of detection should be taken into account and set correctly. If the angle is too large, adjacent properties or roads can trigger the lamps. If the angle is too small, the exact position has to be found and you have to search around in the dark for a long time. The radius should be set individually to guarantee pleasant lighting.