Hinkley 17"W Bolla 2-Light Outdoor Ceiling Light Olde Bronze 2643OB

What is an Outdoor Ceiling Light?

A flush-mounted outdoor light works well attached to the ceiling of a porch or covered entry. They can also be used for a covered patio or deck area. The light is hardwired electrically to the ceiling and operated by a wall switch. It provides good ambient downward light to flood the local area, especially useful above a doorway or entrance. Being close to the ceiling/roof they allow amply head-room for people coming in and out. You may need more than one for a larger porch or wraparound deck.

Outdoor Ceiling Light Benefits

• Shed light over a large area.
• Lights from above, to find keys etc.
• Casts light onto the porch floor/steps for safety.
• A good choice over an entry way.
• Stays protected from most weather.
• Can light a porch or covered deck area.
• Welcome guests and visitors safely.
• Avoids glare in front of the face.

Casual Style

Informal and comfortable, this relaxed style accentuates an airy and unpretentious living space, evoking the feeling of a permanent beach cottage vacation. Casual Lighting uses clean and simple lines, subtle curves, natural textures, and decorative glass for a subtle elegance that doesn’t overwhelm the senses.

For which rooms?

For outdoor use, ceiling lights should be mounted underneath the overhang of a porch or covered deck. They could also potentially be installed in a garage.

Placement/Layering

A ceiling-mounted outdoor light fixture will shine its light downward and outward over the local area. At night this light may well spread out over a fairly large area, centered on the porch. But it may not reach to the further reaches of a yard without additional lights. You may want to pair it with some wall/garage lights.

Installed by an Electrician

An electrician or person with electrical installation knowledge will need to permanently wire the ceiling light into the building's electrical supply.