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Spotlight and floodlight coverage

CHOOSING LIGHTS · PRACTICAL GUIDE

Spotlight or floodlight?

See what each beam does, which spaces it suits, and what to check before choosing.

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Best Outdoor Solar Lights Australia: A 2026 Buyer's Guide
CHOOSING LIGHTS

Best Outdoor Solar Lights Australia: A 2026 Buyer's Guide

By Claire Lawson, Outdoor Lighting Editor at OUTWAY LIVING Start with where the light is going Under a covered pergola...

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Outway is now Outway Living
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Outway is now Outway Living

  Outway Living is the new name of Outway Australia. We changed the name and moved from outway.com.au to outwayliving.com...

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The Outway Christmas Gift Guide: Smart Solar Lights for the Australian Lifestyle
OUTDOOR IDEAS

The Outway Christmas Gift Guide: Smart Solar Lights for the Australian Lifestyle

Tired of the last-minute gift scramble? This year, move beyond the ordinary and give a present that transforms spaces and...

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Can a 150 Watt Floodlight Be a Fire Danger? (Halogen vs LED)
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Can a 150 Watt Floodlight Be a Fire Danger? (Halogen vs LED)

Halogen floodlights run hot enough to ignite nearby materials — how to tell if yours is a fire risk, and...

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Can You Replace LED Flood Light Bulbs?
INSTALLATION & CARE

Can You Replace LED Flood Light Bulbs?

Most LED floodlights are sealed units — here's how to tell if yours has a replaceable bulb before you buy.

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Can You Use Flood Lights Indoors?
CHOOSING LIGHTS

Can You Use Flood Lights Indoors?

Floodlights are usually thought of as outdoor lighting solutions—powerful fixtures that brighten driveways, car parks, sporting fields, and building exteriors....

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How Much Electricity Does a Floodlight Use? AU Costs 2026
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How Much Electricity Does a Floodlight Use? AU Costs 2026

A wattage-by-wattage cost table for outdoor floodlights in Australia — and what changes when you switch to solar.

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How To Reset Flood Light Sensor?
INSTALLATION & CARE

How To Reset Flood Light Sensor?

The 30-second reset that fixes most motion sensor floodlights—and the checks to try when it doesn't.

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Are Flood Lights Waterproof? What IP65 Actually Means
INSTALLATION & CARE

Are Flood Lights Waterproof? What IP65 Actually Means

IP65 is the baseline for Australian outdoor floodlights — what the two digits guarantee, what they don't, and why it...

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Do Flood Lights Deter Burglars? What the Research Says
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Do Flood Lights Deter Burglars? What the Research Says

Lighting research finds a real but modest deterrent effect — here's what actually changes a burglar's decision, and where lights...

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Do You Need Planning Permission for Flood Lights?
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Do You Need Planning Permission for Flood Lights?

In most Australian states you can install residential floodlights without approval — the exceptions are height, heritage overlays and light...

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Spotlight vs Floodlight: What’s the Difference?
CHOOSING LIGHTS

Spotlight vs Floodlight: What’s the Difference?

When planning outdoor lighting, one of the most common questions is: what's the difference between a spotlight and a floodlight?...

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How Many Lumens Do I Need for Outdoor Flood Light?
CHOOSING LIGHTS

How Many Lumens Do I Need for Outdoor Flood Light?

A rule-of-thumb guide to floodlight brightness: from 700 lumens for a path to 2,000+ for a whole backyard — choose...

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How Bright Is a 100W LED Floodlight? About 10,000 Lumens
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How Bright Is a 100W LED Floodlight? About 10,000 Lumens

A 100W LED floodlight produces roughly 10,000 lumens — what that covers, when it's too much, and how it compares...

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Do Solar Garden Lights Work in Winter?
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Do Solar Garden Lights Work in Winter?

Solar garden lights are quickly becoming a go-to choice for Australian households thanks to their low maintenance needs, affordability, and...

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Outdoor Lighting Ideas to Boost Your Yard’s Safety and Appeal
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Outdoor Lighting Ideas to Boost Your Yard’s Safety and Appeal

Outdoor lighting does more than make your yard look good. It helps you move around safely at night, deters intruders,...

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How to Lower Your Electric Bill with Outdoor Solar Lighting
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How to Lower Your Electric Bill with Outdoor Solar Lighting

Electricity costs are rising across Australia, and many households are asking the same question: how can I lower my electric...

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How Much Can You Save by Switching Your Outdoor Lighting to Solar?
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How Much Can You Save by Switching Your Outdoor Lighting to Solar?

Electricity prices in Australia keep rising. Outdoor lighting—garden lights, security lights, path lights—can quietly rack up your power bill. If...

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Light Up Your Life, Green Illumination: The Multiple Advantages of Solar Lighting
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Light Up Your Life, Green Illumination: The Multiple Advantages of Solar Lighting

  In our rapidly developing modern society, environmental protection and energy conservation have become important issues in our daily lives....

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Power Bank Buying Guide: Stay Charged Anywhere, Anytime
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Power Bank Buying Guide: Stay Charged Anywhere, Anytime

Whether you’re an outdoor adventurer, a business professional on the go, or simply looking for a reliable backup power source...

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How EV Charging Stations are Transforming Our Travel Experience?
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How EV Charging Stations are Transforming Our Travel Experience?

In Australia, as the concept of sustainable development gains traction, electric vehicles (EVs) are becoming an indispensable part of daily...

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How Solar Lighting Helps Reduce Carbon Emissions?
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How Solar Lighting Helps Reduce Carbon Emissions?

With the intensifying issues of global warming and climate change, reducing carbon emissions has become an urgent global task. Solar...

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