As we continue our Preserve the Night Sky series, our first key feature we want to discuss is one of our signature designs, the Moon Light Effect. This is a method of lighting the landscape and the trees to cast beautiful shadows and light on the grass and the plants below, all the while grazing the textured bark of our live oak tree’s grand twisted
Photo Credit: https://tpwd.texas.gov One of the many charms of the hill country is the beautiful night sky. Homeowners may think they should avoid installing outdoor lighting in order to preserve the night sky. However, with responsible outdoor lighting design, not only can you enjoy the night sky but also enjoy your outdoor living space. I’ve lived in the Hill Country for most of
Daylight Saving Time (DST) starts this Sunday causing us to lose an hour of sleep this weekend. The mornings will be lighter and the evenings will be darker making it a good time to check the timer on your outdoor lighting system. There are several different type of timers used for outdoor lighting and what needs to be updated depends on what type of timer
Outdoor patio string lights not only light up your backyard or patio, but also transform your outdoor space into magical setting for entertaining, dining, and relaxing. With a bit of planning, you can create an outdoor living space that you will enjoy from day to night! So how do you create this magical space with string lights? Zig Zag Pattern 1. Measure Your Space -
Did you know that CPS makes it easier then ever to cash in on the savings of switching to LED? They offer an in-store LED rebate program at many different retailers with an instant rebate. There are no forms to mail in or receipts to copy. Visit a participating retailer and look for energy star certified LED lamps. What is the In-Store Rebate Program? Our
Up Lighting Down Lighting Often when you think of outdoor lighting, you think of highlighting the features of your home. Trees are often a lower priority but tree lighting can make such a dramatic difference. Just one light can make your tree just shine! There are two main types of tree lighting; up lighting and down lighting. Up lighting is lighting fixtures
Do your outdoor wall lights look worn out but you still like the design? Instead of replacing them, you can reuse them. Landscape Lighting Guru offers the service to rebuild and refurbish your fixtures. The sconces pictured here were old and worn but now they look brand new! We took them down; took them completely apart; sanded, cleaned, painted; converted to LED; and put them
With the days getting shorter, we are using our indoor lighting a lot more in the evenings. If you haven't already made the transition to LED bulbs for your indoor lighting, NOW is the time. Not sure where to start? Overwhelmed by the choices at your local home center? Landscape Lighting Guru will guide DIYers with a quick and easy LED cheat sheet to get you
Daylight savings time ends this Sunday so remember fall back by setting your clocks back an hour. We also recommend checking the timer on your lighting system as it is getting darker earlier now and many systems are set for our long summer days. If you need help setting your timer, please let us know. With the time change, you can expect it to get dark
We loved the lighting and the cute halloween DIY project at betweennapsontheporch.net We spend a lot of time talking about creating outdoor living space in the backyard and making sure it is well lit. But how about our front yard lighting? This is what is seen everyday by you, your neighbors and the rest of the world. Does it create the curb appeal
