Outdoor Lantern
Key Characteristics
- ✓Portable repositionable light source
- ✓Warm ambient illumination quality
- ✓Available in multiple mounting options
- ✓Weather-resistant housing construction
- ✓Candle, LED, or solar power options
- ✓Decorative design with functional purpose
Types & Variations
Common Materials
Works Well With These Styles
Placement & Usage Tips
Group lanterns in clusters of three at varying heights for visual impact. Place them along pathways at consistent intervals, on table centerpieces with seasonal greenery, or hang them from shepherd hooks flanking doorways. Always ensure adequate ventilation for real-flame lanterns.
💡 Pro Tip
For candle-powered outdoor lanterns, use LED candles with timer functions set to activate at dusk. This eliminates the fire risk of unattended real flames, prevents wax mess in warm weather, and provides consistent illumination every evening without the need to manually light and extinguish candles.
Related Terms
Solar Garden Light
A self-powered outdoor light fixture that charges via integrated solar panels during the day and automatically illuminates gardens and pathways at night.
Outdoor Candle Holder
A weather-resistant vessel or stand designed to hold candles safely outdoors, often featuring wind guards or hurricane glass to protect the flame from breezes.
Path Lighting
Low-level outdoor fixtures installed along walkways, driveways, and garden paths to provide safe navigation and decorative ambiance after dark.