Electric lights may sound rather mundane, lacking the old world charm of gas and oil lights, but with the different varieties available that can closely imitate ornate fittings, you can give your garden that posh period look!

To show off your beautiful garden to its best advantage, careful attention must be given to choosing the right type of lighting. Electrical fittings come in a wide selection of soft lightings such as uplighters, downlighters, luminous fittings, Lanterns lamps, and harsher more utilitarian lights like spotlights, and floodlights. Modern designs come in traditional materials as well as materials like aluminium, stainless steel, and fiber glass. For a more exotic approach, the electric light fitting can even be fashioned out of copper and glazed over.

Light posts and brackets are traditionally painted black, for that handsome, enigmatic look. However, if you wish to preserve the metallic surface of the fitting, then a finish of clear lacquer can be applied to preserve its metallic sheen. Without lacquer, the metal body will develop in time a brown or green patina which lends a rustic, wild, appearance specially suited for an outdoor garden.

Lamp posts may be made of aluminum or any other metals, but must be fixed to a concrete base. Outdoor electric fittings must be installed with professional help. High voltage electric cables are prone to water damage and must be protected by protective ducts or armored cable.

With the incredible range of electric fittings available in the market today, you can easily select a modern or traditional style for your garden!