Lighting Tips & Ideas | Lighting.co.za

Living near the coast means your lighting has to work harder. Salt air, humidity, and brilliant natural light all change what works indoors and out. This guide covers what to look for when buying coastal lighting in South Africa — from rattan pendant lights and woven shades to IP-rated outdoor fittings that won't rust or fade. Whether you're decorating a Blouberg beach house, a Knysna holiday cottage, or a sunlit Cape apartment, here's what you need to know before you buy.

South Africans live on their stoeps. But most get the lighting completely wrong — one harsh bulb above the door and nothing else. Here's how to layer outdoor wall lights, step lights, pendants, and floods for year-round entertaining, with product picks for every budget.