In this article, we will explain the difference between a core drill well light and and up lights, ideal placements for outdoor landscape well lights, and highlight some inspiring examples of well lights installations, demonstrating the beauty and versatility of this outdoor lighting solution.
This gorgeous install by Southern Outdoor Lighting was in Jacksonville Beach and is showing landscape lighting fixtures that are both well lights and up lights.
What are the differences between Well Lights and Up Lights?
Both well lights and up lights are outdoor landscape light fixtures that direct a beam of light upward. However, the design and installation of these outdoor landscape light fixtures are distinct from one another.
Up lights are installed with the whole fixture above the ground. They are usually installed at the base of tall structures such as trees.
Well lights are also known as in-grade lights. They are installed at grade level, or level with the ground, allowing well lights to be discreet. The lens of the well lights lay flat on the surface of the ground.
This fun install by Southern Outdoor Lighting was on the beautiful Lake Butler in Isleworth and is showing in-
grade lights around the palm trees.
The distinct design of well lights keeps the lights fixture itself out of view, while providing the necessary light. The concealed design also prevents trips, falls, or damage to the light fixture itself. We might need to core drill for well lights when you want to place a directional light fixture in concrete to achieve the best lighting effects.
Ideal Placement for Outdoor Landscape Core Drilled Well Lights
Driveways or pathways: Due to their flush installation, well lights are perfect for outdoor areas with plenty of foot and auto traffic as they won’t obstruct movement.
Wow, this beautiful install by Southern Outdoor Lighting was in Jacksonville Beach and is showing landscape lighting fixtures that are both well lights and up lights.
Unique Outdoor Features: Columns, arches, trees, flag poles, and more.
Eagle Creek in Lake Nona
Windermere Country Club
Wall Wash: Well lights are an excellent option to light building exteriors.
Laureate Park in Lake Nona
Entrances: Use them to light up entrances and garages to add style and increase security for these areas.
Steeple Chase in
Lake Mary
Winter Park
How we install Core Drilled Well Lights
If we are involved in the project before the concrete has been poured, we can rough the fixture
in ahead of time. This means we run conduit for our wires and put a concrete pour sleeve
where the light fixture will be placed so when the time comes we can simply drop in the fixture.
More often than not, however, we work with clients to
light their already built homes so pre-wiring and setting concrete molds is not an option at this point. When this happens, we use a core drill to core out a 2″ hole in the concrete and then recess a well light fixture into the
cored hole. The recessed well light in concrete looks
clean and like it was built with the home and it’ll never
get knocked over! But coring the hole is just the start, we
also need to cut a wire path for the low voltage wire that
will power this fixture.
Installing core drilled fixtures takes training, skill,
and experience. Companies that do not solely
focus on exterior lighting, such as landscapers or
general contractors, would never attempt to drill
through your driveway. Concrete has no
forgiveness and mistakes would be costly.
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