Designing and budgeting for an outdoor lighting system can be a daunting task for many homeowners, but it is essential to make your outdoor space safe, functional, and aesthetically pleasing. At Decorating Elves in Tampa Bay we have seen a wide range of lighting needs, and it is our job and pleasure to help you design and budget for a system that meets the needs of your property and your personal preferences. Read More
Are you ready to install outdoor lighting, but not sure where to start? While a DIY lighting project might sound like a great way to spend a weekend, more often than not, the project becomes bigger and more complicated than originally thought. Skip the headache of doing it yourself and instead trust all your outdoor lighting needs to the professional at Decorating Elves! Read More
The winter months are approaching fast, and you may have already seen some people wrapping their trees and shrubbery with tree wraps, blankets, and quilts. But is tree wrapping an effective way to protect trees, especially tough trees like oaks, during the winter? Well, it depends on who you ask. While some profess the benefits of seasonal tree wrapping, others claim that it is unnecessary in Florida’s subtropical climate. Here, we’ll present the facts, so you can decide what’s right for your situation. Read More
Halloween is a spooky time of year, and your yard should reflect that! Professional lighting can help you create the perfect Halloween atmosphere, and Decorating Elves has the team, skills, and knowledge to turn your home into the scariest on the block. From witches to werewolves to skeletons and more, Decorating Elves can give you any Halloween theme you’d like! Read More
Lanais are everywhere you look in central Florida these days. With our subtropical climate, a screened lanai is a perfect way to maximize your outdoor space and enjoy the “buggier” months of the year. While the basic lanai structure is great on its own, we can make it even better with a beautiful, professionally installed outdoor lighting setup. In this post, we’ll talk about exactly what a lanai is and how Decorating Elves can take yours to the next level.
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Outdoor lighting is an important yet frequently forgotten element of any brick-and-mortar business. If your potential customers don’t feel safe approaching your business, then they’ll probably go to another business where they do feel safe instead.
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The optimal functioning of your outdoor lighting is essential. It doesn’t matter how attractive your lighting setup is if no one can see it! For optimal functioning, routine maintenance on your outdoor lighting fixtures, bulbs, wiring, and more is required.
Perform Routine Maintenance Twice Each Year
Outdoor lighting must be inspected at least twice each year. Any damage or malfunctions must be repaired immediately. Delaying repair will likely cause more damage, costing even more to correct. We always recommend using a licensed, reputable lighting contractor for routine maintenance on outdoor lighting. This is especially true if your system has any exposed wiring or significant damage. Read More
Oak trees are an essential part of any southern yard. They stand tall and majestic, adding character to your property that takes decades to create. People often string colorful lights on their trees during the holiday season to set a cheerful mood, so why not enhance these distinguished hardwoods with year-round landscape lighting? Read More
Bistro lighting is all the rage right now in both residential and commercial settings. While restaurants have been using this lighting technique for years to enhance their outdoor spaces, it has just recently become popular in backyards. The rise in popularity of LED lighting, combined with its low cost and energy efficiency, has made more and more lighting techniques available to the everyday homeowner, including bistro lights. Read More
If you are installing a new outdoor lighting system at your home, you’ve probably thought a lot about light placement and color, but have you considered temperature? Temperature is one of the most important characteristics to think about when designing an outdoor lighting scheme.
What is Color Temperature? Read More