Eco-Friendly Security Lights
Security lights can draw a large amount of power for being a single item. If you have them through out your landscape and run them all night the amount of power used can be enough to make a difference in power sources. Going green and choosing eco-friendly lighting sources can cut down on power used and when several people pitch in and do the same thing the effects can be drastic in saving the earth.
In addition to saving power you will be saving money. Using eco-friendly, solar powered lighting is a great way to save energy and money.
Solar powered lights come in all forms. From small landscaping lights that line driveways and flower beds to spot lights and flood lights. If you would like something a little more formal, don’t worry. Solar powered lights come in hundreds of styles from basic and contemporary to elegant and stunning.
Eco-friendly Spot Lights
If you desire to simply light up your front and back doors and porches then simply installing a solar powered light above your door or on your porch will do the job. If you are looking for something that will not require cutting, screwing or bolting then check out the alternative; spot lights. Solar powered spot lights are usually inexpensive and installs in seconds. They are are low lying lights that are on stakes and pushed into the ground. They are require no screwing, cutting, or heavy installation. They are easy to mow around as well. Simply pull them up when maintaining your lawn and push right back in the ground when your are done. Solar powered spot lights have settings that can control the brightness and timing on the lights. If you intend on running them all nights then simply insure that they are in direct sunlight through the day and your will find yourself with plenty of light through the night.
Eco-friendly Floodlights
Eco-friendly has also found a spot in floodlights Installing floodlights on the corners or ends of your home will help to insure a well lit, intruder free home. Choosing a solar powered floodlight that comes with a solar panel attached to the light itself will insure no need for running wires through out your home. They simply attach the desired section of your home and are ready in just a few minutes. Most do require mounting to your siding by either screwing or brackets. Still they will require less installation then typical floodlights. The most common use for floodlights are setting them with a motion detector that will trigger the lights when motion is detected. Floodlights are a great way to scare off intruders and prowlers since the lights come on as if someone knows they are out there. Using eco-friendly floodlights are a great way to protect your home while doing your part to protect your earth.
Eco-friendly Streetlights
As a result of rising gas prices, the price of power has also risen. Not to mention most power companies are now requiring an additional tax just for having streetlights. Using Eco-friendly streetlights can save you even more money then you think. Go to a local department store or hardware store and check out their solar powered streetlights. You will most likely find that they are comparably priced to average non-eco-friendly light sources. Not to mention you will save money from the power companies and save taxes if they are applicable in your area. Simply purchase the light and the pole and put up. Of coarse it will require some help and maybe even a contractor depending on your situation. In the long run it will be well worth it. The price of putting one up is usually paid for with in the first year.
Eco-friendly Light Bulbs
In addition to using solar powered light fixtures, you can go green by using eco-friendly light bulbs. New halogen bulbs are a great asset to any eco-friendly home. They can be found in various sizes, shapes, watts and to fit nearly any fixture. They may be a few dollars more then your average light bulb but require less energy and last a lot longer saving money and preventing waste.
Eco-friendly lighting is one of the easiest way to help save the earth. Solar powered lighting is the most effective way in doing so. They require no energy from power companies and when using solar powered products throughout your home they save you lots of money and usually lots of time installing them. Don’t forget to check out the new solar powered tiki-torches for your next landscaping project!
