The Novoferm guide
Tips and tricks for garage doors
EFFICIENT LED GARAGE DOOR LIGHTING
MAXIMUM BRIGHTNESS FOR SAFE DRIVEWAYS
Garage door lighting is an important aspect of a building's security. This applies to both private homes and commercial properties. The right exterior lighting can prevent accidents or deter thieves. In addition, well-designed garage door lighting creates a pleasant ambience and enhances the property.
In the past, garage door lighting often consisted of light bulbs or halogen lamps. However, these light sources consume a lot of energy and have a negative impact on the environment. Modern LED garage door lighting, on the other hand, is energy-saving, environmentally friendly and long-lasting. However, the right brightness, colour temperature and positioning of the garage door lighting outside the garage are important. In this guide, we will explain what you need to bear in mind during the design phase and how you can use LED garage door lighting to increase security and create special lighting accents at the same time.
EXTERIOR GARAGE DOOR LIGHTING: LUMINOUS ACCENTS FOR SAFETY AND AESTHETICS
Every type of garage door is suitable for LED lighting. Whether it is a sectional door, roller door, overhead door or swing door, LED lights can be installed at the top or side of the garage door. With the right lighting, side doors also look good and can be safely accommodated.
Well-placed lighting ensures that the entire area is bright without dazzling drivers or residents. To this end, it is important to install LEDs for garage door lighting at the right height and in an optimal position. If you want to highlight certain plants, an architectural element or special decorative elements, you can use garage door lighting to create targeted lighting accents.
LED LIGHTING FOR GARAGE DOORS: FOCUS ON ENVIRONMENTALLY FRIENDLY LIGHTING SOLUTIONS
Compared to conventional garage lighting, garage door lighting with LEDs is distinguished by its longevity and energy efficiency. LED garage door lighting contains no mercury or other harmful substances found in many conventional garage lighting lamps. The energy consumption of LED garage door lighting is low, so the lamps can be switched on even at dusk.
Another important aspect of LED garage door lighting is the colour of the light. As a rule, outdoor garage door lighting is available in cool or warm white light. The colour temperature often depends on the use of the garage: in the commercial sector, cool white is increasingly used, while private individuals tend to opt for warm white or daylight white variants.
GARAGE DOOR LIGHTING: TIPS FOR OPTIMAL DRIVEWAY LIGHTING
We have put together some tips on how to optimise the lighting in, in front of and next to your garage:
- Garage ceiling lighting provides bright light during opening and closing.
- Exterior garage lighting should be installed above or next to the garage door.
- To avoid the risk of tripping, you can equip the path between the garage and the house with floor lights, also available as LED lamps.
- By using motion sensors, you can save energy and at the same time increase the security of your property.
- Control the garage door lighting with a hand-held transmitter or opt for a solution that can be integrated into your smart home. This way you can plan and control your garage door lighting with LEDs quickly and easily via an app.
SAFETY MEETS DESIGN: MODERN GARAGE DOOR LIGHTING FROM NOVOFERM
Modern garage lighting plays a crucial role in the safety and aesthetics of your property. High-quality exterior garage door lighting protects against dangers and provides increased security. At Novoferm you will not only find a wide selection of garage doors for private and commercial use. You can also add elegant LED lighting to your garage door, available as an accessory.
Novoferm's LED lighting unit is available in various lengths. If necessary, you can shorten the anodised aluminium strip, which is easy to install, so that you always have perfect LED lighting for your garage door. The LED garage door lighting provides brilliant light with minimal energy consumption. Get in touch with us: We will be happy to advise you on the right garage door lighting with or without door movement.