8 Best Outdoor Lighting Options for Yards, Driveways, and Pathways




BEST FLUSH-MOUNT LIGHT

Tangier Dark Bronze Outdoor Wall Lantern

STEELSIDE
  • Very modern finish
  • Dimmable
  • Bulb isn’t included
  • Expensive for a single light fixture

Key Specs

  • Power Source: Electric
  • Light Color: N/A
  • Material: Metal

Light up your front or back door after a long day with this mounted lantern. Its design is incredibly modern and clean, so it would look great with just about any exterior design style. Plus, the clear glass panel allows the light to really shine through, so there’s no doubt that it’ll keep your space bright.

Once you figure out how much light you’ll want it to project, you can set it up with a dimmer to adjust how bright or dark it gets.

 

BEST FOR FRONT DOORS

Outdoor Wall Sconces
CINOTON
  • Modern look
  • Will still work in rain, snow, sleet
  • Too large for a small door or entryway space

Key Specs

  • Power Source: Electric
  • Light Color: N/A
  • Material: Metal

Illuminate your front porch and entryway with this incredibly modern pair of light fixtures. Thanks to their built-in sensors, they know to turn on at dusk and off at dawn, so energy isn’t being wasted.

To install this light, just mount it to the area you want it near your front door or entryway, and ensure that it’s in a place where it can be hardwired. Despite their exposed-bulb look, you won’t have to worry about them getting ruined over time, as they’re weather-resistant.