What lights to use in soffit?

What lights to use in soffit?

LED recessed soffit lights, also known as LED can lights, are popular for so many reasons. They’re a great solution for homes that shine brighter using less power which saves money. LED’s typically have a higher luminous intensity than traditional lighting systems.

How many lumens should soffit lights be?

Light Level 2 ranges from 140 to 180 lumens. This lumen output range is ideal for lighting subjects 10 to 20 feet high—like the soffit of a two-story home or the tops of trees.

What are the lights that light under the overhang of a house?

Soffit lights are recessed and do the opposite; they pool light on the ground and draw the eye down. Soffit down lights leave the soffit and fascia of the home dark except for the bright, intrusive light of the soffit light itself.

What size should soffit lights be?

It is best to choose shallow 4-inch or 6-inch recessed housings given the lack of depth in the soffit. You will also need to consider the weather-proof light covers that you will be installing on your fixtures in determining the right size of housing to choose.

How much does it cost to install soffit lights?

Outdoor soffit lighting installation costs $75 to $250 per light. Outdoor canister lights are installed under the eaves of a house and are rated to resist rain, storms, and extreme temperatures. Soffit lighting adds security and accentuates a home’s architectural features.

Where should exterior soffit lights be placed?

Lighting Dark Corners Using soffit light fixtures, install lights under the eaves around the whole exterior of your house. With another type of lighting – let’s say a larger light fixture or an uplight with limited reach – it is hard to illuminate every area of your house’s exterior, especially tight corners.

Can you run electrical wire through soffit?

There’s no code issue if you maintain the required clearances and cover. You don’t want a stray nail or screw hitting the wire someday. For example, you would need to protect wire that is just below the surface of the soffit with a metal plate.

Can you hang string lights from soffit?

This is often called soffit lighting (a soffit is the underside of an overhang). You can also install exterior rope lights along ground-level pathways, exterior stairs and throughout your gardens.

Can you put a hook in soffit?

Simply roll into any seam of your vinyl soffit. This hook is designed to hang items from your soffit, i.e. wind chimes, birdfeeders, and more!

How many lumens do I need outside?

Lumen Requirements for Outdoor Lights

How many lumens should an outside light be?

The best range of lumens for outdoor lighting is 12 to 1,300 lumens. How many lumens you need for outdoor landscape lighting is between 50 and 700. The amount of brightness most people want changes based on location.