Advice On Holiday Lighting Installations

| Sunday, April 19, 2015
By Stella Gay


When it comes to decor some people simply have it, and others, unfortunately don't. It's either a hit or miss, but it's rarely anything in between. The same is true when it comes to holiday lighting design. Some people go over the top and turn their home into something that looks quite gaudy, where others turn it into something sophisticated, elegant, warm, and inviting. Below are some great tips from professionals on holiday lighting installations that will ensure the homeowner gets it right.

The key is to creating the right ambiance, and that always begins with a plan. Inflatable seasonal items might be incorporated in a beautiful plan, which could be off to one side to entice young children. However, to create that elegant holiday spirit, Plymouth, MN experts recommend that homeowners observe their landscape and the exterior of their home as a good starting point. It's not about blinding onlookers but rather about accentuating the interesting features the property has to offer.

One should consider creating an all-important focal point, which is the place that the designer wants the attention of onlookers to go to. For example, a home with a large window that is framing a gorgeous Christmas tree should be the focal point. In order to draw the eye to this area, beautiful lights should be installed around that window, helping to accentuate the tree.

Consumers have the opportunity to choose from a wide range of colors for their lighting scheme. The important thing is to choose them as they would be chosen if one was decorating one particular room. It's always attractive and elegant to choose a single color, whether it is white, blue, red, and so on. Alternatively, two complementing colors also make a very interesting color scheme.

It's very easy to get carried away and lose focus, since there are so many available options on the market. Therefore, design a lighting scheme in advance. Also, it's recommended to either drive around the neighborhood and see what is more inspiring, or find photos online to get some good ideas.

Try to ensure that the display is simply an extension of the property and the landscaping plan, and not the main feature. Find interesting features to accentuate, like a beautiful arched gate that leads to the backyard, or a beautiful tree that could use some added attention. For really impressive displays, consider bringing in professional assistance, not only for the design, but also the installation.

With these displays growing more complicated each year, so too are installation injuries, with average homeowners trying to outdo themselves. They find themselves stretching beyond a ladder's reach, only to visit emergency rooms in the end. In truth, there are shocking statistics about the amount of injuries resulting from seasonal light installations, not only from falls, but also from cuts and shocks.

The complexity of the installations for impressive illumination displays is also growing. Going all out may actually surpass the maximum wattage, rendering this installation a fire hazard. However, working with a professional, homeowners will know full well that they will, in addition to achieving a gorgeous display, will also do so without any fear.




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