LED Lighting Options for Outdoors

LED lighting isn’t just for the inside! Discover how LED lighting can be used in a variety of outdoor applications (as well as why you should choose outdoor LED strips!)

Okay, you went a little overboard with the LED lights inside—every socket now has an LED bulb. LED strip lights were installed under every cabinet and along every stair tread in the house. A strip is present in a room with crown molding. You even put strip lights on top of your strip lights.

All kidding aside, you are probably aware of many of the innovative ways LED strip lights can improve your home or office, but you may not have considered all of the exterior upgrades that LEDs can provide.
In this article, we’ll discuss some of the reasons why LED lighting is a good choice for outdoor lighting, as well as some ideas for outdoor applications.

Are LED lights suitable for use outside?
Outdoor lights serve slightly different functions than indoor lights. Of course, all light fixtures provide illumination, but outdoor LED lights must perform additional functions. Outside lights are essential for safety; they must function in all weather conditions; they must have a consistent lifespan despite changing conditions; and they must contribute to our energy conservation efforts. LED lighting meets all of these outdoor lighting requirements.

How LED lighting is used to increase safety
Brighter is frequently associated with safety. Outside lighting is frequently installed to aid pedestrians and motorists. Both walkers and drivers benefit from being able to see where they are going and avoid any potential obstacles (sometimes walkers and drivers look out for each other!)

Industrial outdoor LED lighting with tens of thousands of lumens can be used to create extremely bright corridors, walkways, sidewalks, driveways, and parking lots.
Exterior lighting along buildings and in doorways can deter theft or vandalism, which is another safety issue, not to mention assisting security cameras in catching any incidents. Modern industrial LEDs frequently provide customizable options for the light area (the specific spots you want lit) while also being designed to reduce light pollution (light reflecting in unintended areas.)

Is it okay to use LED strips outside?
HitLights provides outdoor grade LED strip lights (IP rating 67—as previously stated; this rating is considered waterproof), allowing the strips to be used outside. Our Luma5 series is premium: made from start to finish with high-quality materials and construction, and designed to last when installed outdoors. Concerned about installing strip lights in the elements? Choose our heavy-duty foam mounting tape, which can withstand whatever Mother Nature throws at it. Choose from our single-color, UL-listed, premium Luma5 LED strip lights in standard or high density.