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Outdoor lighting has made our property safer. It is proven that if you have ample lighting it deters criminals. After all if you might see them, they might get caught. Solar outdoor lighting has become popular. People like them on walkways and they offer a subtle deck lighting that turns on automatically. No cords to trip over makes your walkway safer to walk on for you or your guests. Caring for these fixtures once they are installed often occurs for none of us. In fact, it is common for us to spend a lot of money on these and then not protect them from the elements. Depending on the material and type of lighting you choose you may want to protect them with car wax, stain, and even just bringing them in during the winter months. Materials and types of fixtures can vary greatly. Some solar powered units require no care, except making sure the light sits in adequate sunlight for proper charging. These types of lights even turn on when the sun goes down. If you choose a fixture made of wood, glass, copper, or metal you should educate yourself on proper maintenance. Stainless steel and brass for instance, needs to be cleaned periodically. You can use a mixture of club soda and vinegar to wash away any grime. You can even reapply a clear coat to protect this material. If you choose copper you will want to apply car wax every three to six months to shine it up. If you choose a wood fixture you will want to stain or paint the fixture before it is installed. After installation the fixture may require yearly attention. Though these fixtures require attention they are often chosen because compared to some other products they are fairly low maintenance. They also compliment the material on your back deck, deck lighting has become popular. No matter what you add to your home you may need to repair, and maintain it. Virtually nothing is install it and forget it. Your child's swing set should be stained yearly and your front steps need a new layer of paint every couple of years. Your home itself may need to be pressure washed or repainted from time to time. Why should deck lighting or walkway lighting be any different? When making a new purchase for your home consider maintenance and what you are willing and have time to do. Find the deck lighting solutions that will make your home safer, brighter, and cozier. Lighten up with http://www.deckorators.com
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