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Beautifully decorated outdoor lighting can quickly get damaged and become unsafe if no precautions are taken to protect your lighting against heavy weather conditions. We use outdoor lighting to make our outdoor spaces look more beautiful and inviting. Planning out its conception definitely requires a certain amount of dedication and hard work. Now, of course, we would not want all of our hard work to be ruined again by heavy rain or an unannounced storm. So, that’s why we would like to share with you a few ways how you can protect your external lighting from harsh weather conditions. MAKE SURE YOUR LIGHTING IS SUITABLE FOR OUTDOOR USE This first and most important step is to ensure that your lighting products and their components meet all the requirements for outdoor lighting. Generally, the lights that are being used outside need to be able to handle moisture and withstand mechanical impact. The Ingress Protection (IP) rating, which is used as an international standard to evaluate the degree of protection and sealing effectiveness of an electrical product, will give you more information about how much moisture the lights, as well as the electrical cords that are connected to the lights, can be exposed to. The Impact Protection (IK) rating indicates the level of resistance the lighting product provides against mechanical impact. It’s important to research the proper ratings for your application and ensure the products you specify meet those specifications. Otherwise, you need to make sure that no moisture and no external influences can affect it. PLACEMENT OF LIGHTING After making sure your lighting has the proper ratings for your application, the next thing you can do to prevent your outdoor lighting from being damaged is to place it in shielded locations. Keeping your lighting away from any potential rain, storm, etc. is a surefire way to keep your lighting in good condition. Now, this can be under a roof, in a protected corner, or close to any type of outdoor furniture for it to be hidden from any open areas. Just make sure it is (indirectly) covered from the top or side. However, sometimes it is close to impossible to find a spot for lighting to be sheltered, which is why we have one more way how you can protect your outdoor lighting from harsh weather conditions. WEATHER SHIELDS Another great way to protect your outdoor lighting is to use weather shields. Weather shields cover your lights and keep them away from any type of moisture and adverse weather. You can purchase waterproof weather shields for your light bulbs as well as your external outlets at your local hardware store. If you are thinking of connecting different light sets together, there are also special weather shields for your lighting connections. Without these weather shields, your outdoor lighting is more prone to damage. While covering your lighting fixtures and outlets, also consider putting casing around your wiring or covering it in a different way, for example by burying it underground. Exposed wiring can get damaged outdoors, as the rubber casing of wires can deteriorate and can cause the wiring to split. Another reason to make use of wire casing is to prevent it from being damaged by any animals biting it and increasing the risk of an electrical shock for anyone handling the lighting and potentially getting in contact with the exposed wire. If any wires or cables are damaged, you should contact a professional electrician. IDEOLI TIP: USE LED LIGHTS Our recommendation for setting up outdoor lighting in a secure way is to use LED lights that are suitable for outdoor use. Known for their energy efficiency and long life span, most LED lighting fixtures are sealed and come with built-in wiring, through which they are able to endure more impact from harsh weather conditions and are least likely to get damaged. In addition, LED lights radiate less heat than incandescent lights making them less attractive to animals, which could potentially harm them as well as damage the lighting fixtures and its wiring. CONCLUSION We have covered a few different ways of how you can make sure your outdoor lighting is protected from harsh weather in this post. We have learned that before you install any lighting outdoors, you need to make sure that your lighting is suitable for outdoor use. This can be established by its IP and IK rating. After determining its suitability for outdoor use, the placement of your lighting plays an important role. Keeping it a covered or protected area will help keep your lights safe and intact. Another great way to protect your lighting is through weather shields, which create a physical barrier against weather influences. But don’t forget to protect your wiring as well. Finally, we advise using LED lights due to the sealed and built-in wiring of most LED lighting fixtures. All things considered, we recommend that no matter which suitable outdoor lighting you are using or deciding to use, you should consider unplugging your lighting before any rough weather occurs. Facebook-f Linkedin-in Tumblr Envelope

Because of the tremendous work that MAC has been doing for its community, Ideoli’s lighting partner reached out to request our lighting fixtures for their new space. Located in Atlanta, Georgia, the Midtown Assistance Center (MAC) provides emergency assistance to low-income members of the community to prevent homelessness and hunger through periods of crisis. Because of the tremendous work that MAC has been doing for its community, Ideoli’s lighting partner reached out to request our lighting fixtures for their new space. In addition, Ideoli also donated K95 masks to distribute to MAC staff, volunteers and clients to protect them from COVID-19 while providing assistance to their community. Founded in 1986, Midtown Assistance Center has been doing an incredible job helping people in the city who need it. Many businesses, foundations, government entities, volunteers, and individuals, have become part of the organization since its inception. By helping with rent assistance to prevent evictions, buying groceries for persons experiencing a temporary shortage, assisting with getting the necessary school supplies for children, and more, everyone at MAC sticks together to help others in need. After Ideoli’s donation, MAC notified us about the positive impact Ideoli’s donation has made. MAC wrote, “Because of your support, we are able to respond to the continued increased need in the community. MAC received a note recently from a mom we helped with rental assistance. She remarked, “Thank you so much! Your assistance will definitely help me back on track. I’m so relieved knowing I won’t be homeless or hungry and able to take care of myself and children moving forward.” – Marilyn and her two children” We are always happy when we are able to help others where we can. Special thank you to Tori Cole of Regency Lighting to engage us for this effort. Keep invigorating your community! To learn more about Midtown Assistance Center (MAC) and to get in touch to also support its efforts, visit their website at www.midtownassistancecenter.org. Facebook-f Linkedin-in Tumblr Envelope

Lighting in the commercial space is more than just making your products and services visible to your customers. It can affect your customers’ whole way of thinking and feeling – starting from when they enter your store or restaurant. We at Ideoli help our clients to design the right lighting for their spaces, so their customers always feel welcome once they make their first step into their store. However, choosing the right lighting can be a difficult task for many businesses, which is why we want to share with you ‘3 Insightful Ways How To Give Your Customers A Warm Welcome With The Right Lighting’ that can help you with your lighting choices. Set the Right Mood When it comes to creating a welcoming space for your customers, setting the right mood and atmosphere for your business is one of the main things to focus on. Trying to understand how your customers feel when they enter your space will help you choose the right lighting for your space. For example, if you own a restaurant where people come for lunch and dinner. You may want to choose lighting that sets a certain mood that makes people feel relaxed and comfortable. When your lighting fits the mood of your customers, they will feel more comfortable to stick around. Keep Customer Interest With Accent Lighting Welcoming customers by lighting up specific areas or items in your store can spark considerable interest among new customers. This can help customers feel like they are in the right place. A great way to accent parts of your store is with wall sconces, such as Ideoli’s MORUS series. Wall sconces are a choice for accent lighting, as they provide just the right amount of light for illuminating a specific area while also consuming less energy. If you are unsure which lighting fixtures are right to accent certain areas of your store, we can help you with that. We can help you with everything from choosing, designing, and manufacturing the ideal lighting product for your business, so that you can continue focusing on keeping your business going. Working With Natural Light While many businesses aim to be equipped with top lighting fixtures for their spaces, many forget about the amount of natural light they already have. Buildings with big windows and/or large glass doors allow light to fill spaces naturally during daytime. Not considering the amount of natural light of your space can definitely impact the effectiveness of your lighting sources in your space. So, before starting to create any new lighting concept for your space, consider the impact of natural light that is present in your space and how you can work with it, not against it. This will help you to prevent any artificial lighting from being lost. All in all, we hope you have come to understand that lighting has a substantial effect on how customers are welcomed into stores and restaurants. Starting from a store’s appearance and selling points to how it affects the mood of the store’s customers – lighting designers who take on the challenge of designing the perfect lighting for any space have to consider many factors. Luckily, the #Ideoli team thrives on the challenge to create unique lighting fixtures that give your customers a warmer welcome. If you would like to work together with our experienced team, please get in touch with us today to #InvigorateYourSpace! Facebook-f Linkedin-in Tumblr Envelope