WHEN THE NIGHT SKY TURNS TO DAY: WHAT IF YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD WAS LIT UP 24/7?
Tried the motion sensor route last year—honestly, it’s a game changer. I swapped out the old floodlights for warm LEDs with sensors, and now the backyard only lights up when something moves. It’s less like living in a stadium and more like, well, home. Plus, the stars are actually visible again. If you’re handy, it’s a pretty straightforward install: just kill the power, swap the fixture, and adjust the sensitivity. Not sure why more folks don’t go this way... maybe it’s just habit, like you said.
WHEN THE NIGHT SKY TURNS TO DAY: WHAT IF YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD WAS LIT UP 24/7?
I get what you mean about the stadium vibe. When we moved in, the previous owners had these crazy bright lights on all night—felt like noon at midnight. Switched to motion sensors too, and honestly, it’s way better. Less glare, less wasted energy, and I can actually sleep without blackout curtains now.
WHEN THE NIGHT SKY TURNS TO DAY: WHAT IF YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD WAS LIT UP 24/7?
I’ve never understood the obsession with floodlights everywhere. It’s not just sleep—constant lighting actually ruins the curb appeal of a well-designed property. Layered, indirect lighting with timers or sensors makes a place feel high-end and intentional, not like a parking lot. Plus, it’s better for your landscaping and way more energy efficient.
WHEN THE NIGHT SKY TURNS TO DAY: WHAT IF YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD WAS LIT UP 24/7?
I get what you mean about the floodlights. My neighbor put up these super bright motion lights last year—felt like I was living next to a stadium every night. Ended up grabbing some solar path lights and a couple of cheap timers for my own yard. Way cozier, and honestly, my electric bill thanked me too.
WHEN THE NIGHT SKY TURNS TO DAY: WHAT IF YOUR NEIGHBORHOOD WAS LIT UP 24/7?
I’ve been wondering about this since moving in—how much light is too much? My street’s got a few houses with those mega-bright porch lights that never turn off, and honestly, it kind of messes with my sleep. I keep thinking, is there a “right” amount of outdoor lighting? Or is it just personal preference? I like the idea of solar lights, but do they actually give enough light to feel safe?
