Different Types of Solar Lights

Solar lights have become a viable alternative to traditional low-voltage and high-voltage outdoor lighting. Contemporary solar lights can go for days with very little sun. Their bulbs are brighter and longer lasting. Above all, today's solar lights are affordable to purchase and operate, and simple to install and relocate. Here is a brief summary of the different types of solar lights.

Solar deck light

Solar deck lights can be used as either accent lights or primary lights. Their lack of transformers and wiring is a plus in a highly visible area such as a deck. For more useful lighting, choose solar deck lights with bright LEDs (light-emitting diodes).

Solar flood light

Solar flood lights are the brightest and most expensive of all solar lights. They're task lights intended for safety, security, or very dramatic accent lighting. For extra convenience and charging power, look for solar flood lights that allow you to mount the solar panel separately from the light.

Solar garden light Solar garden lights are primarily accent lights. They add warmth and interest to the landscape, whether as path lights or tier lights. Solar garden lights are typically smaller than other solar lights. Solar spot light Solar spot lights are some of the most versatile solar lights you can buy. They're useful for mounting or for landscape lighting effects such as backlighting or uplighting. With solar spot lights, pay attention to LED counts: higher is brighter, but often with a shorter runtime. Solar step light Solar step lights are very simple and useful lights you can use on a deck or front walkway. Most solar step lights also work well next to pathways or driveways.

Solar yard light

Most solar lights can double as solar yard lights. But homeowners interested in landscape lighting often look for solar yard lights with a more decorative appearance. Post and bollard lights are appropriate in such settings, or solar yard lights with an antique-style finish.