Specialist garden lighting
Trusted garden lighting specialists
Design, installation, servicing and product support for premium residential garden and outdoor lighting across Auckland and beyond.
What we do
We design, install and service specialist outdoor lighting, and supply New Zealand-made fittings nationwide for gardens, pathways, driveways, gates, entrances and outdoor living areas.
Garden lighting design
Practical lighting plans for gardens, planting, pathways, driveways, entrances and entertaining areas.
Specialist installation
Outdoor lighting installed with care for placement, safety, low-voltage wiring, fittings and long-term performance.
Servicing & maintenance
Support to keep your garden lighting working beautifully, including maintenance, repairs and system improvements.
NZ-made fittings & LED lamps
New Zealand-made outdoor fittings with long-lasting, energy-efficient LED lamps for reliable lighting effects.
A simple process for better garden lighting
You do not need a finished plan before you talk to us. We start by understanding your space, then recommend the right lighting approach for how you use it.
Consultation & site discussion
We talk through your garden, goals, practical needs and the areas you want to highlight or make safer after dark.
Lighting recommendation
We recommend a lighting approach, fitting options and a placement plan based on your property and the result you want.
Specialist installation
Your system is installed with attention to placement, wiring, safety, finish and long-term reliability.
Ongoing support
We help with servicing, maintenance and improvements so your lighting keeps performing beautifully over time.
Projects
See garden lighting in real spaces
Explore examples of outdoor lighting for gardens, pathways, entrances, architectural details and entertaining areas.
Trusted by homeowners across New Zealand
Garden lighting is a long-term investment, and the experience matters as much as the final result.
Download the Garden Lighting User Guide
Get practical guidance on planning outdoor lighting for gardens, paths, driveways, entrances and entertaining areas.
Includes useful starting points before you speak to a lighting specialist.
Why we don't recommend ordinary solar garden lights
Solar lighting can sound attractive, but many gardens need more reliable output, better control and a more considered design. This short advisory explains the difference and why we focus on specialist low-voltage outdoor lighting.
Specialist outdoor lighting advice since 1984.
Garden lighting FAQs
Helpful answers about low-voltage garden lighting, fittings, installation, LED lamps, durability and solar lighting.
Why is 12V low-voltage used for garden lighting?
Low-voltage has several advantages: it is flexible, safe and easy to repair. Flexible low-voltage cable runs from a transformer to the lights, usually under mulch or buried. A 12-volt system will not harm anyone who comes into contact with the current.
Do garden lighting fixtures get hot?
Halogen lamps made fixtures extremely hot. Modern LED lamps are far more efficient, generate much less heat and use significantly less power.
Are the fixtures waterproof?
The light fixtures we use are waterproof, with ingress protection ratings from IP55 to IP67. Correct installation remains important because even an incorrect wire connection can allow water to travel through a cable into a fitting.
Are your 12-volt garden lights electrically safe?
Yes. Twelve-volt systems are used in cars and motorbikes and are very safe to work on live. The same applies to 12V and 24V garden lighting systems.
How many fixtures will I need for my site?
There is no fixed rule. The number depends on the effects you want to achieve, the size of the area and the fittings being used. We can help estimate an appropriate number of lights for your property.
What does an LED lamp beam angle mean?
Beam angle is measured in degrees, commonly from 15° to 60°. A 15° lamp produces a narrow spotlight, while a 60° lamp gives a wider flood. The right angle depends on the feature, distance and effect required.
Which material is the most durable?
Copper is particularly durable in coastal environments. Our aluminium lights are marine-grade anodised aluminium designed to withstand coastal conditions, with fittings performing on waterfront properties for more than 40 years.
How long has The Garden Lighting Company been in business?
We have been designing, installing and servicing garden lighting since 1984. Over more than 40 years the team has completed 5,500+ projects and built deep specialist experience in outdoor lighting design, installation, servicing and support.
How will the lights turn off and on?
Options range from a simple switch to sophisticated controllers. Wireless switching is now common, and Wi-Fi programmable solutions are increasingly popular.
What is a transformer and why do I need one?
Household power is 240V while garden lighting is 12V, so a transformer reduces the voltage. Flexible garden-lighting cable then connects the transformer to the light fixtures.
Can the transformer be mounted outside?
Yes. Most transformers we use are IP67 rated and designed to withstand rain, powerful water jets and short periods of submersion. They are not designed to remain permanently underwater.
How much power do LED lamps and garden-lighting fixtures use?
LED lamps are around 85% more efficient than the halogen lamps they replace, so they use only a fraction of the energy while producing effective light.
Are low-voltage LED garden lights bright enough?
Yes. They can be extremely bright, but good garden lighting is about choosing the right output, beam and placement. We regularly illuminate large feature trees using LED lamps.
Is solar garden lighting a good option?
We are not currently aware of ordinary solar fixtures that consistently produce the premium effects achieved with a designed 12V system. Shade and extended cloudy periods can reduce light output considerably.
Can your lights run off solar energy?
Most of our garden lights can run from a correctly specified solar panel, controller and battery. It can achieve a result similar to a mains-powered transformer system, but the equipment remains substantially more expensive.
More detailed guidance lives in our lighting blog.
Ready to plan your garden lighting?
Talk to The Garden Lighting Company about your space, your goals and the best way to create a safer, warmer and more beautifully lit garden after dark.
Trusted garden lighting specialists for over 40 years, since 1984