Premium Outdoor Lighting Transformers

Have you ever thought about how your outdoor lighting is powered?  Once Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. installs your Coastal Source landscape lighting, we will then connect it to a transformer.  There are 4 different types of transformers that we can use with your premium outdoor lighting project.  After we conduct the initial walk around your property, our technician will then determine which transformer will work best. 

When choosing a transformer there are different things Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. will keep in mind. For example, how many fixtures will we be installing (wattage), will the transformer be above or below the ground, and will the client want to control the time of day the fixtures will be on and off.

After we complete the above tasks, we will then choose from one of the following transformers:

• 150W Composite:  Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. will use this transformer with smaller outdoor lighting projects (up to 25 3W fixtures).  It comes with a built-in photocell and manual timer, which will allow you to control all of your lighting needs.

• Direct burial:  Available in 150W or 300W, we will be burying the transformer below the ground, and it will remain completely out of sight.  If you want to control when your lights will be on/off, you will need to purchase a timer or photocell separately. 

• Anodized aluminum: This 300W transformer is heavy-duty and does not require maintenance due to the fact that all of the connections are enclosed and protected in epoxy.  They are tough and built to last.  They come with a built-in photocell and a timer would need to be purchased separately if you desire that feature.

• Hatch 60W:  We will use this transformer only when we install a security tri-mount fixture.  It is specifically made to supply power to the two outdoor lighting fixtures and a non-Coastal Source timer.

Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. has an experienced luxury outdoor lighting team, and they will make sure the correct transformer is chosen for your project.  Please visit our website at www.r-rlandscaping.com for more information.

High-end Outdoor Audio

A lot of people believe that outdoor audio only consists of connecting your cell phone to a portable Bluetooth speaker.  This is one option, but those looking to own the best outdoor audio system should contact Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc.  Our company will use Coastal Source high-end audio systems to create the most incomparable, outdoor sound experience available.

When choosing the best outdoor speakers, there are a few things our customers are looking for:

• Quality sound-Specifically built for outdoor use; Coastal Source audio systems have an advantage over indoor audio systems as there are no interior walls to cause sound distortions.  This allows you to enjoy crystal clear sound with all music types and volume settings.
• Durability and dependability-All outdoor audio systems are designed and engineered to defy the elements and resist corrosion, allowing the system to perform at its best for years to come.
• Easy to operate-Play music from your mobile phone using Sonos, Airplay, Bluetooth, and other programs. You can also integrate the high-end outdoor audio system with your existing indoor audio system.
• Seamless installation-Coastal Source’s plug and play cabling system will allow Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. to install your outdoor audio system with minimal disruption to your existing landscape. 

Once you experience the quality of sound that our best outdoor speakers provide, you will love it and realize you cannot do without it! Visit our website at www.r-rlandscaping.com for more information.

Creating Your Own Staycation

With less people traveling this summer and more people staying at home, Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. can help you create a beautiful “staycation” destination.  Enjoy your outdoor sanctuary, even after the sun sets, by installing Coastal Source premiumlandscape lighting. 

Swimming pools, patios and outdoor kitchens, are just a few examples of areas that Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc.  install Coastal Source exterior lighting:

• Path lights, installed around your outdoor kitchen or patio, create a beautiful and inviting space where you can enjoy your dinner
• Niche lights, used by your pool, allows you to swim safely at night
• Nose lights are a great option for brightening up your deck or gazebo
• A Uniball tree light, added for down lighting, can create an intimate moonlighting effect
• Tiki torch lights, placed around the exterior of your backyard, will transform your property into the perfect outdoor oasis

Be the envy of your neighbors.  Request a free luxury outdoor lighting demonstration to see how we can transform your backyard into the greatest “staycation” ever.   Contact Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. today!

Showcase Your Flower Beds

Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. understands the time and effort it takes to create beautiful flower beds.  Don’t hide your hard work once the sun goes down, showcase it by adding Coastal Source premium outdoor lighting.  Some people believe night lighting is only installed for safety and security, but that is not always true.  Outdoor lighting fixtures are also added to transform your gorgeous landscape into a nighttime oasis.   

Listed below, are some ways that Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. uses luxury outdoor lighting in flower beds:

• Path lights create a focal point within the bed
• Niche armatures highlight hostas or small bushes
• MRII bullet lights up light your rose bush or hydrangea
• Wash lights add a low-profile, wide light, that is great for junipers
• Hanging tree lights create an overall shadowing effect on your flowers

There are many landscape lighting application options available.  Let Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. perform a free exterior lighting demonstration today and start creating your own personal outdoor retreat.

Discrete Outdoor Lighting

Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc., understands that not everyone likes their outdoor lighting completely visible.  Some people want a discrete, but powerful, landscape lighting fixture.  In that case, we would install the Coastal Source niche premium outdoor lighting fixture.  The niche light is designed specifically to illuminate outdoor areas, without calling attention to the fixture itself.  It is small enough (less than 1 inch thick) to fit into spaces where the conventional path light could not be used.  Because of its size, the niche light has an advantage over other exterior lighting fixtures and can be installed almost anywhere.

Some examples of niche outdoor lighting applications are:

• Step risers or treads
• The edges of a path or walkway
• Around a pool or a deck
• Down lighting a tree or other structure
• Up lighting a small bush or plant

With multiple trims and finishes available, the niche light can be customized to suit your specific needs.  For more information about how Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. can transform your property, visit our premium outdoor lighting page at www.r-rlandscaping.com.

SUMMER NIGHTS

In the northeast, summer is short and Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. is here to help you spend more time outside.  We use Coastal Source premium outdoor lighting to extend your outdoor living into the night.

Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc.’s outdoor lighting design team blends beauty and safety into your landscape with low-voltage fixtures.  Adding nose or niche lights, around any deck or patio, will create a gathering place for your friends and family to enjoy, even after the sun sets.  Installing path lights on a walkway, or at the base of a staircase, adds safety and security for your guests as they move about your property.  The Coastal Source low-voltage outdoor lighting product line compliments all styles of architecture and landscaping.

Revel in luxury, in your own outdoor oasis.  Contact Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. for your free premium outdoor lighting demonstration today.

Coastal Source Specialty Outdoor Lighting, Take 2

Last week in the Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. blog, we described four of the specialty outdoor lighting fixtures from Coastal Source.  Today, our blog will discuss other specialty outdoor lighting fixtures, also available through Coastal Source. 

Well Light:  The well light is an extremely low-profile, outdoor lighting fixture, that can accommodate up to a 9W bulb.  It makes it easy to up light a very tall object while staying close to the ground.  The well light is completely enclosed within the 100% brass escutcheon, which fully protects the lamp.

Tiki Torch:  Coastal Source’s tiki torch differs from other tiki torches within the industry.  The fixtures have a sealed LED bulb, as well as a fuel chamber and wick.  This allows you to enjoy illumination all year long, even during the Winter months.

Hanging Tree Light:  The hanging tree light is a great way to accomplish beautiful down lighting from any size tree or structure.  Simply attach a Coastal Source connector cable and hang from a branch, or use the mount accessory to install at the top of a pergola.

To learn more about Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. premier outdoor lighting, please visit our website at r-rlandscaping.com.

COASTAL SOURCE SPECIALTY OUTDOOR LIGHTING FIXTURES

Aside from the more commonly used landscape lighting fixtures (bullet lights and path lights), Coastal Source also has multiple specialty fixtures to help you achieve all of your outdoor lighting needs. Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. installs all of them.  Today, we will discuss the wash light, MR16 Uniball tree light, lip light.

Wash Light: The wash light fixture is used to illuminate a wider space while only using one fixture.  Examples applications are: the side of a building, a mature hosta, and a driveway.  You can choose between a 2.5/4 watt or a 5/8/10 watt setting. 

MR16 Uniball Tree Light: The tree light is designed to be used for downlighting a larger, more mature tree.  By having only one screw, there is less damage and stress to the tree when the fixture is installed.   

Lip Light:  Sometimes used in retainer walls, the lip light is designed for those hard to light areas.  The lip light is the perfect choice when added to an overhang, underneath a bench, or a stone staircase.

Step Light: Available in two styles, vertical and horizontal, the step light is utilized when adding a low level of illumination to steps or walls. 

In next week’s blog, we will discuss more specialty landscape lighting fixtures offered by Coastal Source.  With so many options available in premier outdoor lighting, Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc will find the right one for you.

COASTAL SOURCE SPECIALTY OUTDOOR LIGHTING FIXTURES

Aside from the more commonly used landscape lighting fixtures (bullet lights and path lights), Coastal Source also has multiple specialty fixtures to help you achieve all of your outdoor lighting needs. Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc. installs all of them.  Today, we will discuss the wash light, MR16 Uniball tree light, lip light.

Wash Light: The wash light fixture is used to illuminate a wider space while only using one fixture.  Examples applications are: a dock, the side of a building, a mature hosta, and a driveway.  You can choose between a 2.5/4 watt or a 5/8/10 watt setting. 

MR16 Uniball Tree Light: The tree light is designed to be used for downlighting a larger, more mature tree.  By having only one screw, there is less damage and stress to the tree when the fixture is installed.   

Lip Light:  Sometimes used in retainer walls, the lip light is designed for those hard to light areas.  The lip light is the perfect choice when added to an overhang, underneath a bench, or a stone staircase.

Step Light: Available in two styles, vertical and horizontal, the step light is utilized when adding a low level of illumination to steps or walls. 

In next week’s blog, we will discuss more specialty landscape lighting fixtures offered by Coastal Source.  With so many options available in premier outdoor lighting, Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc will find the right one for you.

Outdoor Entertaining

Nighttime outdoor entertaining can be a great experience with the right landscape lighting. Just picture your family eating and relaxing at the table in your outdoor kitchen. Adding our Coastal Source niche lights to your pergola make it possible for you to obtain that perfect night time retreat for all to cherish. Contact Greatscapes by R&R Landscaping, Inc today for more information.