H. A. Framburg has been designing and
handcrafting fixtures in the United States longer than anyone else. They are
recognized throughout the world for their designs and workmanship. You will
find Framburg fixtures in some of the finest residences and institutions
in the world. We hope you enjoy perusing our site which includes
some of the over 400 designs offered by Framburg.
Exterior lighting is an important choice for
the consumer. Not only does outdoor lighting directly effect a
homeowner's safety and security, but it has a direct impact on curb appeal and
resale value as well. Exterior lighting must be practical as well as
attractive. Lighting designers must blend wattage requirements with
aesthetics to create a functional lighting plan. Too little illumination
can lead to safety hazards such as trips and falls by visitors, as well as
unwelcome visits by burglars. Too much wattage can leave a home with a
garish glare unpleasing to the eye and damaging to home values.
Further, the exterior environment of your home
is a demanding location. The effects of moisture, cold, sunlight and
other environmental variables can be extremely detrimental to exterior
lighting fixtures. Quality outdoor lighting manufacturers use superior
materials and finish techniques to ensure the maximum life from your exterior
lighting fixture while maintaining the wonderful appearance we all desire.
The cheap, stamped-out fixtures offered by some chain stores may seem tempting
to some consumers. Unfortunately, these consumers are usually rewarded
with a fixture that not only fails prematurely, but looks like it was
purchased at a discount store as well. Take a drive down your street at
night and you will see exactly what we mean!
The importance of
exterior lighting
Welcome your friends and loved ones home while adding glamour, value and
safety with proper outdoor lighting. A great deal of thought, time, effort
and money are put into the exterior of a home with landscaping, gardening
and more. Outdoor lighting accentuates your efforts, shows off your curb
appeal and helps keep your family safe while making your friends feeling
welcomed. Be sure to develop your homes exterior to its fullest potential
with proper outdoor lighting. Quality exterior lighting is a strong
technique to increase curb appeal.
Landscape lighting is an important piece of any homes exterior decor.
Highlight a walkway or path with small and stylish path lighting or a splash
soft accent lighting strategically on a section of the home or on a
beautiful patch of landscaping. Deck lighting helps create a beautiful space
to spend time on a summer evening and helps people walk safely in the dark.
There are many exterior lighting styles to choose from and lighting
manufacturers offer coordinating fixtures for various outdoor applications.
Every homes is different, be sure to look at the big picture of the house,
entrance way, architectural features and yard when choosing outdoor lighting
fixtures.
Wall lanterns on either side of the front door along with a hanging fixture
or ceiling mounted fixture above the door create a well lit space to welcome
guests and provide additional security for your family. A post mounted light
in the yard helps increase security and prevent people from accidentally
driving on grass or landscaping in the dark. Consider dark sky lighting
products to reduce light pollution. All of these items can generally be
coordinated to match for an overall design theme.