Wooden or aluminum pergolas are supplied without proper lighting. The installers are usually responsible for installing the pergola. If you want to light it,
It is necessary to purchase lighting fixtures. Thanks to the light that the lighting fixtures emit, you can enjoy the pergola in the evening, the most comfortable hours during the summer months.
When choosing lighting fixtures, make sure they are resistant to moisture and water. Furthermore, you should make sure you have an electrical infrastructure for lighting in the pergola.
For safety reasons, it is best to bring in a qualified and professional electrician to install the infrastructure in the best possible way, so that no exposed cables are visible and also in order to
That the designed appearance of the pergola will not become unaesthetic.
Which lighting fixtures are suitable for a pergola?
The best recommendation for the type of lighting for your pergola would be to use LED lighting . This is lighting with low power consumption, high intensity.
It is also safe lighting for outdoor use. Furthermore, additional advantages of LED lighting are related to the fact that it does not heat up,
Does not emit pollutants or toxic substances, does not emit radiation, and is dimmable (meaning you can set the desired light intensity).
Outdoor lighting for pergolas is divided into several types, including:
Recessed lighting fixture within the pergola frame – In wooden pergolas, you can easily create the required recesses and thus install
LED lighting fixtures that will be recessed into the frame itself. If it is an aluminum pergola , you should consult with the person who installed the pergola.
The consultation will help you ensure that it is indeed possible to create the required depressions without weakening the structure of the pergola.
Flush-mounted lighting fixtures – These fixtures are easy to install. They can be glued directly to the pergola structure.
You can choose fixtures with a design that will not stand out and will blend into the pergola.
Hanging light fixture – There are a variety of hanging light fixtures available. You just need to choose the style, color, and size that is right for your pergola.
Make sure you place the lighting fixtures in the correct place and height.
Installation of lighting fixtures in a pergola
The electrical infrastructure must be prepared before purchasing lighting fixtures. Do not do this alone, but only with a professional such as a certified electrician.
This will take care of installing electrical switches for the light fixtures. If you have chosen to install pendant light fixtures, then you will need to use tools such as,
An electric screwdriver and a ladder. If you are dealing with recessed or flush-mounted lighting fixtures, keep in mind that installation will be simpler and you may not need
Instead of using an electric screwdriver , you can simply glue these lighting fixtures directly to the pergola.
How much does it cost?
The cost of outdoor lighting for a pergola can reach thousands to tens of thousands of shekels. This of course also includes the installation of the electrical infrastructure, the number of lighting fixtures you choose,
Their size, strength, etc. What's more, thanks to a one-time investment in your pergola, you will be able to enjoy it and also gain a beautiful and well-designed pergola.
