Many people put this aspect in the background, after finishing and repairing. However, as practice shows, this conclusion is incorrect. In this article we will figure out how to organize the lighting of a summer cottage.
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To plan any construction procedure, it is necessary to obtain the necessary knowledge. Only then can they be successfully implemented in practice. We understand this very well, so first of all we will analyze some theoretical aspects ().
Lighting
First, let's talk about what light sources can be:
- incandescent lamp(everyone knows the light bulb "Ilyich"). The price of such a device is the lowest, however, it consumes a large amount of electricity. In addition, it cannot create a pleasant atmosphere, so we do not recommend using this device.
- Energy saving lamp. It costs more, but at the same time it is much more modest in “appetites” and has a very long service life. With its help, you can perfectly decorate, for example, the lighting of the veranda in the country.
- Light-emitting diode. Undoubtedly, it looks like a more rational option compared to the previous two. Firstly, significant savings, and secondly, the widest decorative possibilities.
Note! Solar-powered lamps stand out among the lighting devices for the summer cottage. They are an excellent solution if you want to create lighting for a summer house without electricity.
Form
Above, we examined the varieties regarding the energy source used. However, fixtures can be divided according to the method of fastening.
In particular, there may be such options:
- Wall. Great for decorating entrance doors and general lighting of the building. They are very compact and versatile.
- Floor lamps (mounted on a support). They have an unusually large number of variations, so their scope is wide. However, most often such devices are used to decorate alleys, arbors and paths.
Tip: try to give preference to natural glass shades. In this case, the light will turn out to be more pleasant, creating comfort.
In this photo you can see how the garden path is decorated.
- Ground (mounted directly into the ground or along the roadside). They give light from top to bottom, which creates a stunning effect. With their help, create lighting paths in the country.
- Suspended (mounted in much the same way as chandeliers). The scope of their application is almost limitless.
Regardless of the chosen category, you must follow the basic requirements for any lighting fixtures:
- Increased resistance to aggressive environmental conditions (precipitation, high moisture, temperature changes).
- Safety. In particular, they must have a protective mechanism that prevents an explosion (scattered fragments can cause injury).
- Resistance of material from high (low) temperatures and high humidity.
- Ease of installation. If you started to implement lighting in the country with your own hands, then this aspect should be of very serious importance.
Let's move from theory to practice. In particular, we decided to consider some useful practical tips on how to independently implement lighting in a summer cottage. We will reveal the options for making lamps from the simplest materials at hand.
Second life for a glass bottle or jar
Such a product, for sure, can be found in everyone. However, many people do not realize to use it for decorative purposes.
We suggest doing the following:
- Find a fancy-shaped or colored bottle.
- Fill its bottom with some small multi-colored elements (shards, glasses, balls, beads, etc.). These elements will reflect the light.
- Then take a multi-colored wire, wind it around your finger, so that you end up with a kind of spiral. We put them in a container.
- At the end, you need to install a flashlight. You can fix it with glue or sealant.
You can also add an old garland to the bottom. She will create an unusually pretty look.
Remains of building materials
Now let's look at how to make outdoor lighting poles for a summer residence from the remnants of building materials. In almost every house you can find them: it can be excess cement, siding, slate, etc. In most cases, they are thrown away, but we will tell you what can be made from them.
Let's consider several options:
- Steel pipe. It will need to be cleaned, painted with the appropriate varnish. From above we install some kind of lighting device, and we throw the wires inside the pipe itself.
- Cement. With it, you can mold a kind of column or baluster. To do this, it will be necessary to make a mold from metal (for example, the same pipe).
- Professional sheet. From it you can make pillars of various shapes. To do this, it needs to be bent in certain places and connected with special fasteners.
Also, old boards, siding, etc. can be used. The main thing is to show imagination and the result will not keep you waiting.
Tin can - an exclusive facade decor element
After drinking a can of beer or soda, almost every one of us throws out this tin. But only a few know that it can be put into action and create a very attractive lamp.
Let's look at exactly how:
- We draw some kind of sketch on paper (it is desirable that it does not turn out too complicated).
- Then we place a piece of wood of a suitable shape in a jar in order to prevent its deformation.
- Now we attach a sheet of paper with a pattern to the jar and make equidistant holes along its lines.
- We take out a piece of wood, install a light bulb inside and seal all the resulting cracks.
A few words about alternative energy sources
Recently, solar-powered lighting has become very popular. However, still the lion's share of us knows little about him. Understanding this, we decided to reveal its main subtleties.
First of all, let's reveal its key advantages:
- Huge savings. Such lamps do not consume electricity, which reduces the cost of their maintenance to zero.
- Possibility of dismantling. If you suddenly need to move, then they can be easily removed and installed in a new place.
- There is no need to make eyeliner for each element. This saves a lot of time and effort.
- Long service life.
Tip: manufacturers give a guarantee of an average of 10 years. After this period, you will need to change the battery.
- Very soft and pleasant light.
- Most models are equipped with special relays that turn on when it gets dark. This means that you no longer have to run around the yard at dusk.
- Absolutely not afraid of sharp temperatures.
Unfortunately, even such an attractive at first glance, the product has its drawbacks.
- High cost, as this technology is innovative. On average, for a high-quality and powerful enough product, you will have to pay 3-5 thousand rubles.
- In inexpensive models, LEDs are often very weak. As a result, you will get a blurry spot, and not the expected decorative lighting.
- Nickel-cadmium batteries, which are used in them, must be properly disposed of. Often this causes serious problems for a person.
- At extremely low temperatures, they will be discharged several times faster.
- According to the instructions, they need direct sunlight for 6 hours. Therefore, you can not install them anywhere. In addition, in many regions of our country they become useless in winter and autumn.
That's all. Whether or not to purchase such a product is up to you. We only gave objective information on this matter.
Finally
Well, that's all, now you know how you can make lighting a summer cottage with your own hands. However, if you did not manage to understand all the subtleties, then do not worry ().
In the video presented in this article, you will find additional information on this topic, which will help you understand everything.
Private Garden at Sunset, Autumn