David Beausoleil demonstrates the features and installation details for the CAST Tree Light - the industry's most rugged and durable tree light.
Stop by booth # 2971 to see Regional Sales Manager, Jeff Hesser, at MANTS! This is our first year attending this show and we're super excited to show you all CAST Lighting...
Cast Lighting Releases New Videos of Security and Landscape Lighting Products – Including Intro and Instructional Videos of Award-Winning LED Perimeter Security Lighting System...
Lighting fixtures can be made from different materials ranging from metals and alloys like copper and bronze to plastics. You want to choose lighting fixtures that work with the...
While you might wonder if landscape lights are expensive or how to fit them into your budget, the truth is that when you invest in the proper setup and high-quality products...
Everything You Should Know About Landscape Lighting and Snow Depending on where you live, winters can be marked by the less-than-stellar views of bare trees, and the sight of the...
It's not uncommon in landscape lighting design to hear about a beautifully envisioned project that quickly turns into lights so bright your yard may as well be a landing...
Your home is likely the most significant investment you’ll make in your lifetime. While most people focus on making the inside of their home look magical, it’s the exterior...
With the new year well underway and spring just around the corner, you might be starting to think about spending more time outdoors. A big part of making your garden a beautiful...
There’s something very relaxing about going out on your outdoor deck in the evening after a long day at the office or a lazy day at home. While the setting might be perfect...
One of the first things visitors will see when they come over is the front of your home. You want to make that first impression count by creating an inviting and welcoming...
Summer is finally here and the swimming pool in your home will take center stage once again. As a proud pool owner, you need to find ways to make your pool a safe and inviting...
We can all agree that a landscaping project is not complete without landscape lighting. Also agreeable is the fact that there seem to be hundreds of landscape lighting...
Path lighting combines aesthetics with functionality. The right choice of lighting can transform the appearance of your yard in the evening. It also improves outdoor safety by...
The front of your home is a canvas. The way you position your lighting impacts how people perceive your property. Properly positioned lighting can highlight the best features of...
Tree uplighting is something many homeowners should consider. The right lighting will help you light up your outdoors and turn your yard into a spectacular space that will...
The outdoor lighting industry is continuously evolving to suit consumer trends and needs. As we prepare for 2022, it's good to take stock of what has changed and what we can...
The lights you use aroundyour home have a large impact on the atmosphere and mood you wish to create. You want the lighting to be functional and provide an aesthetically pleasing...
Stone walls are a great way to add beautiful, natural accents to your property. Although it looks beautiful upon completion, alot goes into perfecting them from choosing the...
This landscape lighting guide will help you effectively illuminate your outdoor spaces. You’ll learn how to choose and install various types of lighting to enhance the beauty...
Architectural outdoor lighting uses light fixtures to enhance the look and function of building exteriors and landscapes. It highlights key features, improves safety, and...
Are you ready to transform your outdoor space into a warm and inviting oasis? Installing landscape lighting can make a huge difference, but it can seem like a daunting task. Fear...
As you gaze upon your home's exterior, do you envision a warm, inviting oasis that beckons visitors and boosts your property's value? Adding landscape lighting can be...
Light layering involves combining different types of lighting, like ambient, task, and accent lights. You can highlight key design features, provide lighting for activities, and...
A simple upgrade of your patio lighting can dramatically boost the aesthetics and functionality of your outdoor space. You can create the perfect ambiance for an inviting setting...
We’ve all been there—trying to create the perfect ambiance in our homes or businesses, but traditional lighting solutions just don’t cut it. They’re either too dull or...
The cost of security fencing can vary based on several factors, including your location, the fence’s height, its material, and the specific type chosen. Given these...
According to a 2018 survey by the American Society of Landscape Architects, outdoor lighting is one of the most critical design elements in a yard. It makes sense. You want to...
An outdoor lighting plan is a blueprint for illuminating your garden, patio, and other exterior spaces. It involves the strategic placement of lighting fixtures to both improve...
The right fence lighting idea can make a huge difference to your home. Selective use of lights can create an inviting and welcoming setting for friends and family to enjoy. On...
Entrance lighting is more than just placing a light near your doors. Be it the front, back, or side door, the correct type of outdoor lighting creates a warm ambiance and offers...
Everyone loves summer. It’s a great time to put on your newest swimsuit and go swimming. It’s also a time to sit outside for BBQ and conversations with the family. That’s...
Fresh breezes, endless views, and the ebb and flow of crashing waves. That is the image of an idyllic coastal house. If you’re lucky enough to have a house by the coast, you...
Your yard should be your little Garden of Eden. You want a space where you can relax and host barbeques, parties, or intimate family gatherings. Therefore, your outdoor lighting...
Designing the lighting for your landscape can feel a bit overwhelming when you’ve got flower beds, trees, shrubs, fixtures, pathways, furniture, playsets, grassy areas, and...
There are two ways to illuminate trees. You can either use uplighting, where you shine the light up, or downlighting, which is the opposite. The approach you take will depend on...
Steve Middleton adds a compelling nighttime dimension to water features. Landscape Lighting is a profession that hosts a wide variety of individuals – with a wide...
The Realities of Oceanfront Property Oceanfront property is the American dream. Enjoying your home’s seaside vista, the smell of the fresh briny air, and listening to the waves...
What is Hardscaping? Hardscaping refers to man-made features, like stone walls or paved path, integrated into landscape design and architecture. Fountains, waterfalls, pond...
Why Water Features Are Added Water features—fountains, waterfalls, ponds, water gardens—are often considered the crown jewel of landscape design. So naturally, yours can and...
How to Light Your Pool for the Ultimate Summer Experience The landscape lighting industry is thriving due to homeowners’ desire to create comfortable, memorable outdoor...
The Dining Experience The al fresco dining experience isn’t just about the food and service, it’s about the ambiance—the overall feeling you get when dining and looking...
In 2016, there were an estimated 1.5 million burglaries in the US, according to the most recent FBI crime report. While this is a 4.6 percent decrease from 2015, the number is...
In our decades of experience developing solutions for and installing landscape lighting, the biggest mistake we see homeowners make is not servicing their outdoor lighting...
Lighting your outdoor steps can make the difference between an ordinary and extraordinary result. It helps to highlight the natural beauty of your outdoor walking areas. Through...
Are the homeowners you’re working with considering a landscape lighting system for their residence? We think that’s a superb idea! Now, are you trying to help them do their...
A beam angle determines how much light is projected from a given light source or fixture. It is a major contributor to the overall look and feel of your landscape lighting...
Selecting the right light level or lumen output can make all the difference in creating a beautiful and functional landscape lighting design. When choosing the right lumen...
Outdoor Living: Bringing the Indoors Outside According to HGTV, the No. 1 outdoor home trend of 2017 was the concept of bringing the indoors outside—and we see no signs of a...
Getting Started When we chat with clients about new projects, we educate them. We explain that there are four main objectives we account for when conceptualizing their landscape...
With less daylight this time of year, landscape lighting is the perfect way to continue enjoying this gorgeous fall weather, foliage, and your outdoor living space. Here are some...
Landscape Lighting, a specific type of outdoor lighting using low voltage lighting fixtures, is both an art and a science. It is a profession born out of the marriage between...
The Industry Challenge Back in the day, traditional lighting design was founded on the idea that more lighting was always better. Many lighting designers today continue designing...
When to Use Wall Grazing Grazing is the ideal outdoor lighting technique for highlighting beautiful or unique textures or irregular surfaces such as a property’s walls, a...
Once you have the picture of your dream landscape in mind, you’ll want to be able to enjoy that picture-perfect backyard both day and night. However, when designing your...
If you’re working on a landscape project, there are a couple of questions you might ask yourself like, “How do you add color to landscaping?” and “How do you create...
With any new project, it’s important to understand not only what you like and dislike, but how all of your design elements fit together. The best advice in terms of landscape...
Whether you’re working on landscaping for the first time or you’re somewhere between a small tweak and a full redesign, the job can feel both overwhelming AND exciting. Maybe...
When it comes to adding extra touches, homeowners often want to create atmosphere and ambiance BUT safety is still an important part of the design. Realistically, the ideal...
Depending on where you live, you might not get to experience the winter wonderland-type of beauty found in northern states, but you can still enjoy your own kind of winter beauty...
Just because it’s winter for the next few months, it doesn’t mean your landscaping has to look bleak and uninteresting, and you don’t have to wait until spring to showcase...
“Unless you are a duck or a tropical annual unversed in northern ways, nature’s agenda in the fall garden is hard to miss: Prepare for winter.” - Michael Pollan While...
When creating your landscape lighting plan, it’s so important to consider the safety of your family and guests. Adding pathway lighting will ensure everyone can safely navigate...
When it comes to outdoor lighting solutions, wall washing and wall grazing are two effective techniques that can transform the look of a property. While the terms may sound very...
While you’re in the process of planning your dream landscape, decisions like what annuals and perennials to plant may seem easy, but choosing LED Lighting over Halogen, for...
Summertime. The time of year kids dream about all year long when they can play outside—both day AND night—to their heart’s content. Summertime is also about making family...
There are several tips when it comes to landscape lighting for gardens: ensuring flexibility when designing a garden's landscape lighting, ensuring the lighting of walking...
Which Landscape Design Elements Are First to be Lit? Outdoor lighting serves multiple purposes. Its four primary functions are: beautification, usability, safety, and security...
The winter landscape in the northeast can be jaw-dropping: A picturesque winter wonderland with freshly fallen snow. But, that same winter landscape can look stark and desolate...
Winter Landscaping for Birders in Pennsylvania Pennsylvania and the Northeast can be a cold and dreary place come winter, but with a little landscaping magic, it doesn’t have...
Dock Lighting By CAST - Lighting Layout, Examples, & Fixtures To Make Your Dock Look Great At Night Are you looking to elevate your outdoor living experience by transforming your...