{"id":5462,"date":"2023-05-11T16:49:20","date_gmt":"2023-05-11T16:49:20","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.houstonlightscapes.com\/?p=5462"},"modified":"2023-05-11T16:49:20","modified_gmt":"2023-05-11T16:49:20","slug":"which-colors-work-best-for-outside-lighting","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/houstonlightscapes.com\/resources\/which-colors-work-best-for-outside-lighting\/","title":{"rendered":"Which Colors Work Best for Outside Lighting?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Have you ever replaced a light bulb only to realize it was the wrong shade of white? Outside lighting actually comes in a range of color temperatures that change the shade of white from a golden color to a more natural, daylight white, to a bluish tint. Most homeowners choose either warm white or cool white lights for their outdoor lighting needs. How do you know what\u2019s best for your home? It depends on what you\u2019re lighting and why.<\/span><\/p>\n

Best uses for warm lighting<\/span><\/h1>\n

As the name suggests, warm outdoor lighting creates a welcoming and inviting atmosphere. If you have a more traditional style, you might choose this type of lighting to softly highlight the architectural features of your home or your landscaping.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The golden glow of warm lighting works best in outside dining or seating areas where you want to spend an intimate evening talking with friends or relaxing around a firepit.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Areas you might consider warm lights include:<\/span><\/p>\n