How To Add Lights To Deck Stairs
Replace outdated light with new exterior fixture.
How to add lights to deck stairs. Cut or drill an opening on the riser board to place the recessed step lights. Bend acrylic sheet into tube and clamp with metal bands. Decide on the ambiance of the deck or that the step lights will blend well with the current look and feel of the area.
First draw a sketch of your deck. 2 Run low-voltage wire from light to light starting with the light farthest from the transformer. Make sure you follow the manufacturers instructions for cutting the correct size opening.
Designate the spots to light up such as on the risers under the rails and any nooks and crannies along the deck. If the night is calling you pull up a lounge chair and enjoy it from your back yard. How to Install Deck Lighting Step 1.
Draw up a lighting plan. Light stairs with solar markers. Consider the movement of foot traffic and plan for the functionality the extra recessed deck lighting can bring.
Light way to deck with solar path lights. Then work out where you want your lights to go on the boards including any steps. Connect to a power source.
2 Measure and mark Take measurements of your deck so you know how many lights youll need. Light perimeter with solar cap and post lights. For conversation area make tube light.