—LIGHTING—
Brookside's lighting systems are typically LED and operate on approximately 12 volts. They provide efficient and safe lighting suitable for outdoor environments.
Concealing the light source is an important factor.
When the light source is hidden, the reflected light from the object becomes visible instead.
Reflected light is more delicate, provides more depth, and still effectively illuminates the area after sunset.
A transformer will be mounted to the side of your home next to a conventional 3-prong outlet (if none is available, one must be provided by an electrician).
The transformer is usually a stainless steel box controlled by an astronomical clock with pre-programmed dusk and dawn times. This allows the system to automatically turn on at dusk and switch off at some point during the night or at dawn. Lighting wire will be buried in your landscape, running from all the fixtures to the transformer.
It is recommended to install lighting after a majority of the landscape is completed. However, it can be installed at any time with minimal additional cost if postponed to a future phase.
A low voltage lighting system is an effective way to create a dramatic impact and extend the functionality of your landscape.