Up & Down Outdoor Wall Lights

An Up & Down outdoor wall light is a wall-mounted exterior light fixture that casts light both upward and downward, creating a striking architectural effect while also improving outdoor visibility. These lights are commonly used for feature lighting, entryways, and modern outdoor design.

Up & down wall lights are best used for architectural and ambient lighting, rather than high-output security lighting.
If your goal is visibility and deterrence, consider pairing them with: 

• Security Lights 
• Floodlights 
• Motion Sensor Lighting 

The best colour temperature depends on the look you want: 

• Warm White (2700K–3000K): welcoming and cosy, ideal for entrances and entertaining areas 
• Neutral White (3500K–4500K): modern and clean, great for contemporary exterior styling 
• Cool White / Daylight (5000K–6500K): crisp and bright, better suited for visibility-focused areas 

Yes — if installed too high, too bright, or pointed in unwanted directions, they can create glare or spill light into neighbours’ windows. 

To avoid this: 

• choose the correct lumen output 
• angle placement away from eye level 
• avoid over-lighting narrow spaces 
• use warm white where possible for softer ambience 

A common guideline is to install them around: 

• 1.6m to 2.2m above ground level (depending on wall height and purpose) 

For entryways, aim for a height that avoids glare while still lighting pathways and surrounding surfaces. 

Yes — but choose the right IP rating: 

• Covered patio / alfresco: IP44 is usually acceptable 
• Fully exposed exterior walls: IP54–IP65 is recommended 
• Harsh weather zones / heavy rain: choose IP65 

Absolutely. Many customers install them: 

• either side of the front door 
• on each garage wall 
• evenly spaced along a long exterior wall 

This creates a high-end architectural finish and improves visual balance.