Landscape lighting is a great way to add beauty, safety, and security to your outdoor space. However, not all landscape lighting fixtures are created equal. There are two types of incorporating the LED into landscape lights: Integrated vs drop-in bulbs. Integrated LED landscape lighting fixtures offer a number of advantages over traditional drop-in bulbs, making it the better choice for many homeowners:
- Longer lifespan: Integrated LED bulbs last for up to 20 years, which is significantly longer than traditional light bulbs. This means you won’t have to worry about replacing bulbs as often, which can save you money in the long run.
- More energy-efficient: Integrated LED bulbs use less energy than traditional light bulbs, which can help you save on your energy bills. In fact, the U.S. Department of Energy estimates that LED lighting can save you up to 75% on your energy costs.
- More durable: Integrated LED bulbs are more durable than traditional light bulbs and can withstand harsh weather conditions. This means you won’t have to worry about them burning out or breaking as easily.
- Heat sink: The fixture helps conduct heat away from the LED, and since it’s heat that kills LEDs, this is a huge advantage. Our Dauer integrated landscape lights are warranted for 10 years because they really will last much longer.
- More lumens for less wattage: Since the LED in an integrated fixture can be placed at the end of the fixture, the lumen output isn’t obscured by the fixture. Drop-in bulbs are partially hidden by the fixture. Because of this, integrated landscape lights have a much higher lumen output for the wattage.
- Fewer moving parts: Integrated fixtures have fewer moving parts than drop-in fixtures, which makes them less likely to break down. This means you’ll have to worry less about repairs and maintenance.
- Aesthetically pleasing: Integrated landscape lighting is more aesthetically pleasing than traditional drop-in bulbs. The LED is placed at the end of the fixture, so the light is emitted without being obscured by the fixture. This creates a more uniform and attractive light distribution.
Another nice feature of integrated is that there are no bulbs to replace, so installation is a simple matter of connecting the fixture to the power source. While integrated landscape lighting is a newer approach than drop-in bulbs, there is still a wide variety of integrated landscape lighting fixtures available, so you can find one that fits your specific needs and preferences. Whether you’re looking for a bright pathway light or a subtle accent light, there’s an integrated landscape lighting fixture that’s perfect for you.All considered, if you’re looking for a long-lasting, energy-efficient, and easy-to-maintain lighting solution for your outdoor space, then integrated landscape lighting is the way to go. It’s the best option for homeowners who want to save money, time, and hassle over the long term.We proudly install landscape lighting products from Dauer Manufacturing, and they have some great integrated landscape lights to consider. Just handling their brass integrated uplight makes it clear what high quality products they are. And, they are designed and assembled in the USA!If you’re interested in learning more about integrated landscape lighting, please contact us today and check out our page on Landscape Lighting. We would be happy to help you choose the perfect fixtures for your needs. Photo: Integrated Brass Up-Light from Dauer. The shape of the fixture helps with heat dissipation.
