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12 Pool Lighting Ideas to Brighten Up Your Outdoor Space
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Swimming pools may conjure images of fun in the sun, but they aren’t exclusively used during the daytime. Many pool owners also enjoy taking nighttime swims, throwing late-night pool parties, or treating the pool area as an aesthetic outdoor space. Pool lighting expands your pool enjoyment opportunities, even after the sun goes down.
Adding poolside lighting grants greater pool area visibility, a must-have for homes with kids, pets, or accident-prone individuals. Additionally, the right lights around a pool make a space more inviting, more festive, and can show off your favorite home features at night. These pool lighting ideas can help you transform your poolside into a more practical and aesthetically pleasing space.
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1. Underwater LightsPhoto: istockphoto.com
Outside pool lights can go on or around the water, as well as in the water. Installing LED lights below the pool surface helps illuminate the hue of the liner, giving water a soft blue glow. Nighttime swimmers will also likely feel more comfortable diving underwater when they can see where they’re going.
Of course, given the location of these outside pool lights, they are best installed during new pool construction or while renovating an existing one.
2. String LightsPhoto: istockphoto.com
String lights are simple, fast to set up, and a type of pool deck lighting that adds some easygoing charm to an outdoor area. With bulbs ranging in size from small twinkle lights to large outdoor Edison light bulbs, there are sure to be string lights to suit many tastes.
Whether strung around the perimeter of the pool or draped along a nearby fence, string lights look nice pretty much wherever you hang them—but that doesn’t mean they can go anywhere. As nice as it looks to string lights over your pool, it can be dangerous, or even lethal, if live string lights fall into a pool with a swimmer.
Hang string lights thoughtfully and securely near a pool (not directly over it) to avoid any risk of them ending up in the water.
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Add some flair to your pool with a convenient underwater light that doesn’t need to be hung up or installed at all. This floating pool light available at The Home Depot is solar-powered and charges throughout the day. By night, it rotates through five different LED colors or can be set to a steady white. Even if you forget to turn the light off, these outside pool lights have automatically shut off after 2 or 5 hours—depending on whether it’s in static or color-change mode.
4. In-Ground LightsPhoto: istockphoto.com
Create long, dramatic shadows with upward-facing lights mounted directly in the deck or ground. As amazing as it looks, there are a few things to consider before installing in-ground lights around a pool. Unless you’re a skilled electrician, this one is best left to the professionals, who can connect outside pool lights to power and protect them from inevitable water and moisture exposure.
Be sure to choose locations with nearby surface(s) to reflect this pool deck lighting idea, otherwise it won’t have much effect. Position your outdoor-rated lights on a flat or higher surface off a walking path, but close enough to an outside wall, tree, or accent so you can actually see the light.
5. Inflatable Moon LightsPhoto: amazon.com
Bring moonlight to the pool even on moonless nights. Each globe in this four-pack of inflatable outside pool lights available at Amazon is printed to look like the moon and offers cool or warm light, or they can cycle between the two. Hang these 14-inch moons from a pergola or nearby trees, or let them float freely on the water—weighted bases keep them from turning over. Best of all, they’re solar-powered and will glow for up to 8 hours at night on a full charge.
6. Motion Sensor LightsPhoto: amazon.com
Outdoor pool lighting ideas don’t always have to be full of whimsy or purely decorative.
On the contrary, these highly rated waterproof solar motion-sensor lights available at Amazon can add safety to a pool area within 26 feet, as well as extra security to a home, with no frills. The solar lights, which come in bundles of two or four, have three settings. They turn on and off when motion is detected, stay on all night, or can be set to smart mode, which keeps the lights on all night, but they shine brighter when sensors detect movement.
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Simple solar spotlights go a long way to highlight plants and flowers, yard art, or structures near your water feature. The effect is even more striking when the outdoor lighting around a pool doesn’t compete with additional bright lights floating on top of it. Placing small lights below plants and angling them upward shines light through the foliage, bringing attention to particular plants or trees after dark. Switch from elegant to fun by using spotlights with extra color modes.
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Approximately 41 percent of pools in the US are above-ground pools, and they need to be lit, too. Since above-ground pools often lack deck space, their lighting options are a bit more limited, but there are still good solutions. This Nitelighter underwater pool light available at The Home Depot easily mounts to the side of above-ground pools, no drilling or draining required. It has a 12-volt power supply, built-in transformer, and 28-foot-long cord. The light keeps swimmers safer by casting a bright light for up to 2 hours at a time, after which point it automatically turns off.
9. Party Decoration LightsPhoto: amazon.com
Guests of all ages will find it hard not to smile when they see a flock of 19-inch inflatable flamingos lighting up a pool. These outside pool lights appeal to anyone’s inner child and set the party mood with their bright-pink solar light.
Inflate these vinyl birds, let their LED lights charge in the sun, and then watch them glow pink after dark.
These flamingos are a great time, especially with a slight breeze to push them around on the water—just make sure to take them out of the pool if the wind kicks up, since they may try to fly away!
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Have a ball—or four—with these highly rated colorful globe lights available at Amazon. Recharge the outside pool lights in the sun and they will float and glow for up to 8 hours. They don’t get boring either, changing color every 15 seconds. These colorful pool lights are fabulously festive and suit virtually all occasions, from weddings to holiday parties.
These balls don’t necessarily have to float, however. They can also be used for poolside lighting when hung from a tree branch, wall hook, or pole. Though they may look like fragile decorations, these lights are durable enough to play with in the pool.
11. Perimeter or Path LightingPhoto: istockphoto.com
Keep your pool deck lighting classy with minimalist pathway lights spaced 6 to 8 feet apart.
Sophisticated, timeless, and practical, pool perimeter lights offer enough illumination to see without being too bright.
Solar-powered path lights relieve homeowners of the daunting task of finding ways to hide power cords, which can create a tripping hazard. The trade-off for having cordless solar path lights is that they are often not as bright as electric path lights, so you may need to use more of them to achieve a similar effect.
12. Modern LanternsPhoto: istockphoto.com
Pool lights aren’t just for parties; they can enhance your everyday backyard style too. Choose modern pool deck lights—such as lantern-shaped outdoor lamps—to add a comfortable, intimate glow to the space.
This type of filtered glow makes for great mood lighting, lending just the right atmosphere for romance, conversations, or listening to music poolside. Just don’t go overboard with accent lights, since they can introduce too much brightness to an outdoor space. Instead, spread these outside pool lights out over a pool’s perimeter, on deck stairs, or beside patio furniture.
The prices listed here are accurate as of publication on October 31, 2022.
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Pool lighting ideas: 10 ways to illuminate your pool
Pool lighting ideas can be a bit of an afterthought when first planning one of these backyard features – but they shouldn't be. Installing lights both in and around your pool is crucial to take the space from day to night effortlessly, and there are lots of stunning looks that can be achieved.
In fact, you don't even need to be using your pool to appreciate a good lighting scheme – lit up beneath the stars it can make a dramatic feature in itself and a real accent to the nighttime garden when entertaining alfresco. Of course, there's safety to consider, too – you'll want to be able to see the water whether you're walking around the zone or swimming within it.
Although there are plenty of simple, functional solutions for illuminating a pool, there are lots of lighting looks that will add tons of character and ambiance to the setting, too.
There really is a style to suit all kinds of backyard pool ideas.
10 dazzling pool lighting ideas to bring your outdoor living zone to life
These beautiful outdoor lighting ideas are both pretty and practical for installing in and around your pool.
1. Add flickering flames around your pool
These fire features provide striking accents
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A gorgeous way to make an impact with your pool is to frame it with statement fire bowls, as seen here.
Your swimming experience will instantly be enhanced as the flickering flames cast a beautiful light across the surface of the water. Plus, they'll provide warmth to a nearby patio, too, for cozy nighttime socializing outdoors.
We also love how a nearby screen of plants has been lit up from beneath to show off the texture and form of the foliage. This enhances the tropical-inspired pool landscaping after dark.
2. Light up the walkway alongside your pool
Recessed spotlights light up the way
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Safety is a priority when navigating to and from your pool at night, meaning you need sufficient lighting to see where you're going (and not accidentally fall in).
This is a very chic solution – a row of recessed spotlights to line the side of raised decking. The warm pools of light highlight the patina of the boards beneath, and the uniformity brings a sense of modernity and order to the scene.
Meanwhile, a large, bright pool light submerged in the water ensures that everyone can see its boundaries clearly and makes it possible to have a late-night swim safely.
3. Go for a sense of magic by lighting up nearby trees
Twinkling string lights up the ambiance
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Outdoor string lights are one of our favorite ways to make a space feel that little bit more enchanting. And they're so versatile and affordable, too.
Here, they have been woven around a cluster of trees adjacent to the pool for a twinkly, magical view from all angles, which shimmers across the water.
Simple submerged spotlights allow the pool to glow enticingly, while sleek wall lights attached to the exterior of the home add an extra boost of illumination while complementing the contemporary vibe of the setup well.
4. Create a sense of romance with lanterns around your pool
This romantic setup comes to life at dusk
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It can be tricky to choose between the best outdoor lights – there are so many options available that will transform a space come nightfall. But sometimes, you can't beat going back to basics with oversized lanterns filled with candles (either real or LED). En masse, they create a romantic, fairytale-like vibe that's hard to resist.
Dot them around the perimeter of your pool for a truly enchanting scene that will be a joy to spend time in after dark. By layering the light from the lanterns with functional yet warm-hued uplights and classic underwater pool lights, this setup really comes to life once the sun sets.
5. Install wall lights
A stylish setup featuring a pool from Mermaid Pools , members of SPATA
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Here is another example of how outdoor wall lights can play a key role in pool lighting ideas.
If your swimming pool is close to your home, a garden wall, or a pool house, then it's definitely worth utilizing the space for this type of lighting. From timeless, ornate designs to minimal metal, there are all kinds of styles to suit the exterior of your home and your landscaping plans.
Combine them with spotlights bordering the pool walls for an extra dose of illumination.
6. Light up a nearby structure with festoons and pendant lights
This inviting outdoor living scene features a stock tank pool from Cowboy Pools
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If you love a laidback, beach-bar aesthetic, it's worth perusing our guide to the best festoon lights. With their welcoming glow, they're ideal for upping the ambiance around your pool.
Swag them around a pergola or a fence nearby. We like the stylish pendant light in this scene, too, for a statement focal point. It's a great way to boost the surroundings of a stock tank pool – a design that is totally on-trend right now.
7. Utilize steps and waterfalls for dramatic lighting
The waterfall and steps in this pool by Tanby Pools (members of SPATA ) become a real focal point at night
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A pool waterfall is a lovely way to level up a pool, adding a calming aesthetic and a soothing sound that blocks out noisy neighbors, as well as helping to circulate the water to combat algae.
If you've added one to your pool plans, consider making the most of the feature by adding lighting. That way, the moving water can still be admired after dark. We think you'll agree that the result is certainly eye-catching, especially when combined with illuminated steps on either side, too.
8. Opt for modern styles
Look for solar-powered outdoor lanterns for ease
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If you like the idea of lanterns but prefer a contemporary style, then something like this could be the perfect pool lighting solution for you.
The streamlined shape complements the sleek lines of the pool and nearby pergola well. And the soft glow they create is perfect for setting the right tone at a pool party.
'To give your space a lavish vibe, why not incorporate solar-powered lanterns?' says the team at luxury outdoor furniture brand, Harbour Lifestyle . 'Contemporary and elegant, solar lanterns are the ideal lighting solution, and accessory, for your patio or deck. Simply place them in a corner, or at the edge of a furniture piece, for an angular look that feels chic during the daytime, and cozy when the stars begin to shine.'
What's more, with solar designs, you don't have to worry about plug sockets and can dot them around your pool patio to suit. You can find lots more patio lighting ideas in our dedicated feature.
9. Integrate lights into your pool patio
A sleek setup by Mermaid Pools , members of SPATA
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Another modern way to light up a pool deck or patio is to opt for recessed spotlights.
These square designs are just right for the sleek, gray pavers, mapping out the entire perimeter of the pool and turning it into a feature point for the garden at night.
They continue throughout the garden, too – look to the patio beyond – meaning the lighting scheme for the entire plot feels cohesive.
To complete such a chic look, it's important to keep the pool itself clean. Our roundup of the best pool vacuums has plenty of top choices to invest in – a must-have for the job.
10. Elevate the pool scene with landscape lighting
Landscaping lights create a beautiful ambiance for this pool area, by SPATA members XL Pools
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One of the most common approaches to landscaping with lights is to illuminate trees and other large ornamental plants – bringing their branches and foliage to life for a dramatic effect. So if you have some around your pool, then it's well worth considering this technique.
Experiment with different hues for extra impact – perhaps a pinkish or orange glow for a tropical scheme, for instance. Remember that cooler-toned lights have a tendency to feel harsh and unwelcoming though, so stick to warmer hues for your pool lighting ideas for a more inviting vibe.
What type of pool lights can you get?
As well as all the different types of lighting you can add around your pool, there are a few different styles that you can have installed actually in the pool itself.
Above ground pools can be lit up with special lighting kits, including magnetic ones.
For inground pools, you can opt for LED, halogen, or fiberoptic designs.
LEDs can be the most expensive to install but they last a long time. Plus, you can get them in multiple colors – some even change color and can be automated to put on light shows for a fun effect. Halogen lights are brighter and cheaper to buy but less energy efficient, explains Swimmingpool.com . Plus, they note how the bulbs can run hot – which can be an unpleasant surprise for swimmers.
Fiberoptic lights have the benefit of having the power source and bulbs situated away from the water, making maintenance and repairs easy. Again, you can get different colors and spectacular light shows, but the light does tend to be quite dim, so it's more for aesthetics than for practicality.
You can also look for floating solar-powered lights to add to your pool (try Amazon) . These aren't a permanent solution, but they will boost the look of your pool and there are different shapes and designs available, from glowing orbs to colorful lotus flowers.
There is a variety of pool lights to choose from
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How many pool lights do you need?
According to Swimmingpool.com, the size of your pool will dictate the number of lights you'll need. They explain how 15’ x 30’ pools only require one light, while 20’ x 40’ pools need two.
Pools that are 20’ x 42’ or larger will need three or more lights to be sufficiently illuminated.
The bigger the pool, the more lights you will need
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Can you add pool lights to an existing pool?
Feeling inspired by underwater pool lighting ideas and fancy adding some to an existing pool? It's worth noting that an entire remodel is often necessary and installation needs to be done by professionals for safety, making it quite an expensive and lengthy job. That's why it's best to factor it in at the very start of the pool design process.
However, there are lots of ways to light up the surrounding area, as demonstrated above, which won't require much, if any, building work. And don't forget about floating solar-powered pool lights too, which provide an easy update.
lighting requirements, luminaire types, layouts
Pool lighting has both decorative and practical functions. The light emphasizes the stylish design of the reservoir, makes it a bright element of the interior of the territory, guarantees the safety of swimming in the dark.
Pool lighting requirements
Pool lighting needs to be considered at the design stage. This is important because it will be extremely difficult, and sometimes simply impossible or impractical from a financial point of view, to make changes after the design is ready for operation.
When designing a pool lighting project, it is important to take into account a number of requirements regarding primarily safety, as well as comfort for those who will use the artificial reservoir.
Key safety considerations include:
- Use of underwater lights powered by voltage safe for use in water - 12V;
- Installation of lighting elements with a maximum degree of IP68 moisture protection and sufficient shock resistance;
- Careful sealing of electrical wiring with special control of the junction of lead wires and fixtures;
- Ability to quickly access all elements of the system.
It is important to note that the lighting in the pool should not create discomfort for swimmers.
Its tasks are to create comfort and safety by fully lighting all the elements of the bowl.
Things to consider:
- Luminaires must be located so that the light from them does not create glare on the water that can dazzle a person;
- Lighting must make visible all parts of the structure, especially steps, decorative elements, bottom surface.
For convenient control of the lighting system, a switch must be provided.
Luminaire types
Swimming pool lighting can be organized using different types of luminaires.
Spotlights
One of the most common spotlights, mounted on the walls of the bowl or at the bottom. They are:
- Built-in - installed in a recess designed for this purpose, which allows them not to stand out on the surfaces of the bowl;
- Overhead - mounted on the surfaces of the bowl, protruding above them.
When choosing the location of spot lighting for the pool, it is worth considering both visual effects and practicality.
For deep reservoirs, it is recommended to install lamps at the bottom in order to be able to view the entire depth in the dark. It is best to arrange the lamps in a checkerboard pattern. If the depth of the bowl is small, then it is possible to install lamps on the sides so that they are under water even with a minimum liquid level in the pool.
Pool spotlights can be illuminated using two types of lighting - with directional or diffused light. The effect of use will be fundamentally different and this must be taken into account when choosing.
LED
LED luminaires are now used everywhere, including in swimming pools. They are used for different purposes, they can be mounted both in special niches and located on the walls of the pool.
There is a lot of controversy surrounding the use of LED lighting in swimming pools. They are connected with the fact that the level of protection of LED strips is lower than recommended for use under water and is IP67. This increases the likelihood of electric shock, especially if the integrity of the structure is compromised.
Fiber optics
Fiber optics are much safer, but equally effective, than LEDs. The technology used in the basis lies in the fact that the fiber does not emit light, but acts as its carrier. At the same time, it is not energized, so even in the event of damage it will not pose a danger.
The principle of operation of fiber optic lines is based on the fact that the light source is located outside the pool bowl. It is a kind of projector that directs light along the fiber.
Equipment for creating such lighting in the pool is more expensive than LED, but its 100% safety fully compensates for the costs.
Overwater
The simplest idea with which you can organize high-quality and effective pool lighting is the use of overwater floating lights. They are equipped with a diode light source powered by a battery. The most modern models are able to recharge themselves using solar energy, others will need to be charged from the electrical network from time to time.
Floating pool lights are traditionally ball-shaped, but also available in other shapes. The light emitted by them is soft, creates an atmosphere of comfort in the pool. At the same time, the presence of foreign objects on the surface of the water is not comfortable when swimming, can interfere and even provoke injury. It is also worth considering that as you use the battery life will decrease.
Lighting layouts
You can illuminate the pool both from the outside and from the inside, as well as using additional light sources along the contour.
Outdoor lighting for the pool is relevant for both closed and open artificial reservoirs. In this case, the lamps are located above the pond or next to it, illuminating the space around. It is undesirable to place lamps directly above the surface of the water, because this will provoke the formation of additional glare on the water surface. It is better to place them around the perimeter of the structure. If there is no roof over the pool, then for general lighting, special racks are installed, on which lighting fixtures are mounted.
Another option is to install on a nearby wall or fence.
Underwater lighting involves the installation of pool lights on its bottom or walls. It looks extremely impressive, gives the pool a finished and stylish look. When choosing lamps of several colors, you can change the mood of the pool and the color of the water in it with one touch of a remote control button. When arranging the lamps, it is important that the light is distributed evenly, there are no too bright light spots and dark spots. The best option is to install spotlights with diffused light.
Edge lighting is purely decorative and is used with other types of lighting. Such light emphasizes the outlines of the pool, highlights individual decorative elements. In addition, in the dark, it perfectly separates the border between water and land.
In some cases, pools use local illumination of some areas, which helps to focus on one or another element. For this, lamps with bright directional light or having a different color are used.
There are several solutions for lighting control. If only outdoor light is used, then a conventional switch located in a place protected from moisture will suffice. If additional decorative lighting is used, as well as in the case of complex underwater lighting, it is better to provide for the possibility of control from a stationary or remote control.
Lighting and fixtures (spotlights) for the pool. Electric couple
A properly designed pool will become a real gem your site, regardless of its size. Even the most modest reservoir is capable of transform the landscape, giving it a charming look. To enjoy magical effects of flowing water at any time of the day, you should think about lighting planning. Lamps and spotlights for swimming pools will become the best solution for water illumination, only they should be chosen taking into account special characteristics.
Types of lighting
- General pool lighting
- Local illumination
- Contour lighting
- Pool lighting
Pool lighting design
Pool lamps and spotlights
Types of lighting contour lighting, as well as illumination of the pool bowl.
General pool lighting
Many pool owners prefer to place their pools under roof to be able to take wellness treatments at any weather, at any time of the day or night. For this purpose, any lamps are suitable, having a sufficient degree of protection against moisture (after all, in such a room it is always high humidity levels). As lighting fixtures for general lighting, lamps or spotlights are used, which are mounted on ceiling and walls. The main task of overhead lighting is to create an even flood light.
General lighting for swimming pools
placed along the wall. This method is very efficient in terms of ease of maintenance - lamps can be easily replaced at any time, which this cannot be said about underwater lamps, it is not so easy to replace lamps here. TO In addition, the side lights can be directed to the ceiling, creating a diffuse lighting is a beneficial technique, suitable only if there are light ceilings.
Side lighting
Luminaires for general pool lighting must have durable sealed housing. Very popular as light sources fluorescent, metal halide and LED lamps. The latter consume the smallest amount of energy and last longer than all known light bulbs. At the presence of stretch or suspended ceilings, you can create a spotlight.
Local illumination
Most often used for local illumination modern fiber optic systems. The main advantage of this method – flexibility and ease of installation. You won't have any trouble on your own. carry out the necessary installation work, but calculate the power and select Lighting fixtures are better with the help of professional technicians. By using local illumination, you can solve the following tasks: focusing on architectural structures, lighting of the necessary parts of the pool (plants, sides, columns, stucco).
Spot lighting for plants in a swimming pool
Contour lighting
complete safety of bathers at night, in addition, the building acquires finished look. Lamps are mounted along the contour of the pool, it can be optical fiber, as a result, a lighting line is created around the pool, allowing to distinguish the boundaries of water and land. Flashing looks very nice lights or colored lines. Thus, contour lighting is and decorative and functional at the same time.
Contour lighting
Pool bowl lighting
Pool lighting can achieve the most decorative effect in the pool, however it also performs a security function. The most important thing when choosing luminaires - take into account the degree of tightness and operating voltage. Because the luminaires are located directly in the water, the degree of protection against moisture should be at least IP68 (full waterproof, the lamp can work in immersed mode).
Pool bowl lighting
Pool lighting design
therefore, when creating lighting in the pool, the most optimal would be use the help of professionals. Pretty lighting design a complex process, the quality of which directly affects not only the appearance premises, but also the presence of all kinds of risks.
Wrongly matched luminaires can lead to a short circuit in the wiring and electric shock, that's why it is better not to save on a special project.
At the first stage of design, a system diagram is drawn up, including future nodes, wiring diagram. The location is determined luminaires, the load on the electrical network is estimated. Calculated the number of network protection elements is determined by the system management system. Then the installation of pre-calculated nodes is carried out, taking into account individual building features.
Pool lights and spotlights
pick up LIGHTS. Today, in stores, the buyer is offered a wide range of lighting fixtures, which are not so easy to understand. We We recommend choosing lamps according to their purpose.
Luminaires for general lighting
suitable for style - recessed, overhead, wall, ceiling, floor etc. Unfortunately, the design of such devices is not very decorative, however you can spend a little time and find the most optimal style.
If you decided to use the services of specialists in design and installation lighting in the pool, then you will not have problems - the availability of specific knowledge allows them to quickly decorate the room in the recommended style, taking into account requirements for general lighting of the pool.
Recessed LED luminaire for pool general lighting
It is important to consider energy costs and choose the most economical light source. The most popular are LED lights. With a lifespan of 40,000 hours, they consume ten times the energy smaller than traditional incandescent bulbs, and the quality of lighting is an order of magnitude higher. Few halogen lights more economical than Ilyich's bulbs, but they emit a large amount of heat.
Underwater pool lights
special devices with protection not less than IP68. Underwater lights and spotlights must be 100% safe, because if water enters the body, it may cause short circuits and electric shock.
For an intimate, diffuse setting, best overhead lights are suitable, and to create clear contours you need to use built-in models (they can be installed both in the walls and in the bottom of the pool). Fixtures on the bracket are also in demand, because they allow you to direct at any time a beam of light in the right direction, creating accent lighting. It is impossible not to mention floating fountains - amazing decorative effects are achieved through illuminated jets of water. When choosing underwater lights for the pool, you need to take into account the following parameters: power, housing material, maximum depth installations, light source (lamps).
Underwater searchlights can be built-in, overhead and suspended. If recessed floodlights are used, then the installation of the working part carried out at the stage of construction of the pool, during the installation of formwork. Overhead spotlights should also be installed before the walls of the pool are poured.
concrete. The main disadvantage of overhead spotlights is the lack of integrity waterproofing and imperfection of the entire system. Hanging spotlights are not relate to the design of the pool, since they are installed on the side, to The disadvantages of this design method include a nondescript look, but this the only way underwater lighting can be created without affecting the structure of the pool.
Contour lighting fixtures
fiber optic lighting system that can quickly delimit the territory water and land. High service life, easy installation, fiber flexibility and security are the main advantages of these modern systems.
The fiber optic system contains a power supply that should be placed out of reach of water place. As for the fiber itself, it is very flexible and allows you to create unique images. In addition, you can connect filters to a PC and create author's light show, which can will surprise your guests. Many are deterred by the decent cost of equipment, however, very soon you will be able to recoup all costs due to the long term fiber service and extremely low power consumption.
