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Outdoor Lighting and Music in the City?

I have a house in a major US City with a 3rd-floor outdoor deck that also allows access to the roof. These areas provide my only outdoor areas and excellent views of the city skyline, and thus are ideal for entertaining. The deck is small (about 10' x10'), has an outdoor light, and has one outlet. The roof has no electrical outlets or lighting. I am trying to find ways, preferably permanent, to light and provide music to these spaces. Also I am a college student on a very tight budget so the cheaper the better. Any and all suggestions are appreciated.


Dude,

Buy a whole bunch (bags) of these little white candles. Each is round, has it's own aluminum base. We do this with our terrace...you can line then along edges of the balconey, ledges etc. Very Euro trendy and cheap. As for music...just get a smal techno "bro box". You don't need to blast loudly .

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I am having problems with my outdoor decking lights. The lights keep tripping when I switch them on??

The decking lights (2 sets - low voltage with transformers) are connected to an outdoor strip socket in weatherproofing box. There is approx. 6 metres of cable from the strip socket to the socket indoors. The lights continue to trip each time I switch them on. However, if I plug the transformers into an extension plug they work no problem. Unfortunately, this is too bulky for the weatherproofing box. Could this be a problem with the strip socket or the 6 metre wiring??


yes, they could have a short or not be properly weather proof.

Any ideas for outdoor lighting?

I have a great patio/deck and no light gets to it at night. There is no access to an outlet. My apartment is rental so I can't screw anything into the building. Plus- the outside of the building is brick. I was looking for battery operate lighting- but not string lights. I was also looking for something a little more "stylish" than the tap lights.


1) http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.d o?product_id=8198084
2) http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.d o?product_id=4268860
3) http://www.walmart.com/catalog/product.d o?product_id=4408428

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I love that last one, very elegant but all of those options are more mood lighting than actual useful lighting. Hope it helps anyway.

Suggestions for outdoor dance floor lighting for a wedding?

We are getting married in an outdoor ceremony followed by an outdoor reception. The dance floor is a large wooden deck with one wall (okay it's a fence/trellis kind of thing) along the back side of it. We are looking for suggestions on how to add lighting to the dance floor. I don't want something tacky like strobes and a disco ball. I want classy and subtle but fun. Any lighting suggestions? Any links or photos or things you've actually tried would be greatly appreciated!!!


Get the tea lights that are made with a light bulb. They are so dramatic and classy, plus you dont have to worry about them burning out on you. Line them up along the outside of the dance floor, pick a color glass holder that goes with your theme, and there you go!
Good luck- Cindy

GFCI Breaker trips when lights on another circuit turned on?

I have a GFCI breaker on my main panel, with several outdoor deck lights on that circuit. They work fine until I turn on a track light in an indoor room, which is on a separate non-GFCI circuit, at which time the original GFCI circuit trips and will not reset until I turn off the track light.

What would cause this?


It sounds like you have the neutrals (of both circuits) connected together somewhere outside of the panel.
Trace out the wiring of these two circuits, if possible.


Home Remedies: Outdoor Deck Lighting to Enhance Your Yard

Once they're done installing a backdoor porch light, they think it's enough the illuminate the whole house. The truth is, the light really is more than just the lighting needed and sometimes may blind the visitors or you while on your way to parking your car in the garage. It is hardly the best way to welcome your guests or to create an accommodating ambience. It is neither relaxing nor soothing after a tiring day at all. Outdoor deck lighting helps create a good place to hold alfresco dining or entertainment at night. It will not only create a better ambience but also avoid having tricky areas in your patio steps and walkways. You may hardly notice it but you are already creating your front yard into a magical wonderland that you and your family will enjoy while looking up at the stars. Make sure that the lights must be situated in specific areas that best fit the layout of your deck but does not necessarily disturb your neighborhood. Once it spills over your neighbor's yard, it will not...

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Outdoor Lamps - Info Barrel

If you have an outdoor space the chances are that you will need outdoor lamps to make full use of it. Outdoor lighting means that you can spend more time enjoying the outside- extending into the night time. There are many forms of outdoor lighting you could choose to use, anything from candles to wired in deck lights or lamp posts, or solar outdoor lamps. However you decide on your lighting it will have a large impact on the feel of your patio or deck area.
Outdoor Floor Lamps Outdoor floor lamps are free standing lamps just like the floor lamps you would have inside your house. They are made of weather resistant materials and will have a weighted base to keep the unit safely on the ground. These kinds of floor lamps are usually made of metal or other weather able strong materials. Wrought iron is always a useful material for the outside room, metal is strong and withstands the weather well, it is also dense and heavy so it will be more stable in the winds.
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Fox News - Dec 31, 1969

4 Ecological, Recession-Friendly Outdoor Halloween Decorating Ideas In this economy, who can afford to dress up their porch or deck for one measly night? Here are some fun outdoor Halloween decorating ideas that are high impact, yet low cost. Sometimes the old-fashioned way is the best way! Personally, I cannot get and morenbsp;raquo;
New Rinox Products Provide Creative Solution to Homeowners with Backyard Dilemma

PR Web (press release) - Dec 31, 1969

New Rinox Products Provide Creative Solution to Homeowners with Backyard Dilemma McCusker and his team seamlessly combined Rinox pavers and natural stone, complete with sitting walls, an outdoor fireplace, and outdoor lighting for ambiance. Now complete, this gorgeous outdoor space provides balance to their backyard and anchors the and morenbsp;raquo;
Selling your home out of season? A great deck makes a difference

Las Vegas Review-Journal - Dec 31, 1969

Deck stones can provide an effective fire barrier that#39;s an asset under firepits or grills, or when used to create an outdoor kitchen. Lighting is another way to boost appeal. LED deck lighting kits, like those offered by Deckorators,
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Milwaukee Journal Sentinel - Dec 31, 1969

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Folding Outdoor Shower by Dometti

Trendir - Dec 31, 1969

Folding Outdoor Shower by Dometti Looking for a fab focal point for the rooftop patio or poolside deck? This folding outdoor shower palm by Italian company Dometti rolls comfort, convenience, innovation and style, all into one. The PalmShower features a slim silhouette inspired by palm
How to Keep Coyotes Away From Your Hingham Home

Patch.com - Dec 31, 1969

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Gearhouse In2Structures houses SADC Conference

Event Industry News - Dec 31, 1969

Gearhouse In2Structures houses SADC Conference Just over a week later, the technical team arrived onsite to start the build which comprised a cluster of three fully air-conditioned Dome Venues – each with interlinking walkways and covered deck spaces. The “outdoor village” was situated on the