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Solar lighting in winter
A common misconception about solar lighting is that sconces and bollards only work when the sun is shining, or in very sunny areas. Solar lighting even works in autumn and winter. But beware: installed outdoors, they are subject to the effects of rain, cold, wind and sometimes even snow. So it's essential to choose a quality solar light if you want to get the most out of your product. At Lumihome, all our solar lights are waterproof. What's more, they benefit from an additional surface treatment that effectively protects them from harsh outdoor conditions and bad weather. On the other hand, if snow accumulates on the solar panel, it could interfere with the arrival of light. That's why you'll need to clean the panel regularly with a damp cloth to remove snow in winter, and dust and leaves at other times.
How to optimize solar lighting in winter?
As mentioned above, to keep your solar light working properly, even in winter and snow, it's important to clean the solar panel regularly. But that's not all. There are also other tips to help you make the most of your solar solution. During the winter and autumn months, the days get shorter. Sunshine is shorter and often cloudy, so your outdoor luminaire has less time to recharge. In all cases, autonomy will obviously be reduced. However, to enable your product to recharge properly and produce the right amount of energy once night has fallen, it's advisable to check that there are as few obstructions as possible around your lamp's solar panel. "Lumihome technology doesn't require full southern exposure, since thanks to their solar amplifier, our products manage to recharge even with less sunlight. However, it is important to check that the panel is not obstructed by branches or certain plants..." points out Christophe Coelho.
Choosing the right lighting mode for your Lumihome solar solution
There are no solar lamps designed for summer and other models for winter. But it's true that some lights have features that make them ideal for this time of year.
Lumihome solar solutions operate with a mode selector (3 in total). "In autumn and winter, we advise our customers to position their solar bollards and wall lights in mode 3. This mode prioritizes power over lighting duration, and is better suited to longer nights and shorter recharging phases."
Whether you choose the Pulsar outdoor solar wall light, the Luxor bollard, or the recessed solar spotlights, you'll be able to take advantage of this function. "This feature is ideal for the winter season, as it allows the luminaire to switch on only when needed or when a presence is detected. In this way, the battery doesn't discharge unnecessarily." Christophe Coelho. Finally, Lumihome has equipped its lights with a new solar sensor that accepts less direct light to recharge the batteries efficiently. When you choose a Lumihome solar luminaire, you can be sure of high-quality, uninterrupted operation, whatever the time of year.
As you can see, solar energy and winter don't just go hand in hand - they also go hand in hand, provided you make the right choice! So take a look at our full range of solar lighting and choose Lumihome quality.
