Outdoor lighting typically includes a number of fixtures for illuminating a yard, a patio, a driveway, or any other outdoor space. Almost any type of light fixture can be used outdoors, from the simplest floodlights to more decorative or sophisticated sconces, post lamps, wall lights or hanging lights. When shopping for outdoor lighting, it's important to consider the size, shape, and intensity you'll require for the area you're illuminating. Before beginning the process of lighting your outdoor space, it is important to determine the desired effect you would like to achieve. If you want a bright, unified look, you may want to consider high powered flood lights. If you're looking for a more subtle effect, or a combination of direct lighting and uplighting, you may prefer post lights, sconces, wall lights, hanging lights, or even decorative string lights. Safety is another important factor to consider when selecting outdoor lighting. You want to ensure that pathways and stairs are adequately lit for navigation to avoid dangerous tripping hazards. Motion detector lights are also a good option for providing safety and security to your outdoor spaces. Once you've decided on the type of fixtures you'd like to use, you need to consider the placement of the fixtures. Placing them too close together or too far apart can be equally problematic as it will either create spots of illumination or harsh shadows. The goal is to achieve a more even distribution of light across the entire space. Finally, consider the wattage of your fixtures and the quality of light they will emit. You can choose from a variety of wattages, ranging from the lower end of 10W up to 250W. Keywords and phrases such as "bright white" and "warm white" will help you determine the color of light you want, while the power of the bulbs (measured in lumens) will help you determine the intensity. With all of these factors in mind, you will be able to find the perfect fixtures to light up your outdoor space.