Porch Lights - Outdoor Lighting

Porch light Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Can The Porch Lights With Chains Have The Chain Made Shorter?

Yes. Your electrician will be able to take links out of the chain to make the porch light the required drop. The electrical cable will also need to be shortened.

Our range of porch lights come with enough chain for most applications but if you require longer lengths then contact us.

Can I Use Energy Saver Light Bulbs In My Porch Light?

Yes. We recommend the use of energy saver light bulbs, all of our porch lights use an ES (E27) screw cap fitting. The table below shows the equivalent energy saver light bulb wattage compared to standard incandescent light bulb wattages.

Stnadard Incandescent Lamp Wattage	Equivalent Low Energy Lamp Wattage
40 Watt	9 Watt
60 Watt	11 Watt
75 Watt	15 Watt
100 Watt	20 Watt

Do You Supply Any Porch Lights With Built In Movement Sensors?

No we don’t supply any porch lights with a built in PIR sensor. See below:

Can I Add A PIR Movement Sensor To My Porch Light?

Yes. We supply a stand alone PIR movement sensor that fits on the wall and connects via a cable to the porch light. Consult your electrician for best positioning of the PIR movement sensor.

Can I Add A Dusk Till Dawn Sensor To My Porch Light? Yes. We supply a stand alone dusk till dawn sensor that mounts on the wall in the same way that a PIR movement sensor does. We do not supply any porch lights with these sensors built in as porch lights are normally located in or around a porch where light levels are poor. This would mean that a built in dusk till dawn sensor would activate the light at all hours of the day particularly on a cloudy day.

Do Porch Lights Require Any Maintenance?

A small amount of maintenance will keep your porch light in tip top condition for many years, the occasional bulb replaced and given a wipe over to get rid of any surface dust. The only porch lights in our range that require a little more maintenance are the stainless steel type. We recommend that these porch lights are given an occasional rub over with cooking oil or similar lubricant, this will ensure that the stainless steel stays bright giving it a water resistant coating.

Can I Fit My Porch Light Myself?

Yes you can certainly do the time consuming bit of fixing the porch light to the wall or ceiling. We however do advise that any electrical work is carried out by and NIC registered electrician.

Can We Supply Replacement Glass Parts Should They Get Broken?

Yes we can our range of porch lights have spare glass shades available to purchase.

Do You Supply Any Porch Lights For Exposed Coastal Areas?

Yes. We supply the Glenbeigh range of porch lights that are manufactured from a tough polycarbonate. These are specifically made for coastal areas and the battering they can take from salt and rough weather conditions.

Nothing says “welcome to our home” like carefully selected porch lights. Whether you choose a hanging porch light, a chain porch light light or one of the other great styles you will welcome friends and family in just the right way. Porch lamps are a great way to say something about your tastes but they also give the home a classic touch without great cost.

As you plan your outdoor lighting be sure to give some thought to the porch lights you choose. Illuminate your entrance for safety and for efficiency (such as when you are searching for keys). Add motion sensors or remote switches for convenience and safety. This type of outside light can be combined with sensors so that they come on when someone approaches your home.

Porch lights come in a variety of styles, from Norfolk black and Hereford black to Baltimore black and classic bronze. Use these beautiful designs to welcome visitors, without making the light too bright and uncomfortable. Illuminate the porch for those great summer evenings when you are visiting with friends or family members.

With the right design, porch lights can recreate a classic atmosphere, transporting visitors back to a more slow- paced time. Some designs bring the look and feel of old- fashioned lamps to your home while providing the modern convenience of sensor- controlled lighting. Quality outdoor lamps are manufactured to last through the change of seasons.

Choose your porch lights to fit with the design of your home. Lighting is available that will fit perfectly with your rustic style or will add a touch of old- world class to your modern home.