Will this replace a porch light in terms of light output? Anyone care to share what the light looks like lit up at night?
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No, it won't replace a porch light. Generally, there are two light bulbs per assembly, each powered by 16 volts. The light output is designed to highlight the house number and that is all. The remaining light is very dim.
1603674
Not as bright as a porch light. More like those solar powered walkway lights.
1603675
No it will not. The light output is only designed to lite up address numbers .
1603676
The light output is subtle... maybe 7-10 watt incandescent bulb's worth... You can also buy brighter or dimmer bulbs... most automotive stores sell these 12v bulbs... they are used in dash lights and the overhead compartment lights.
1603677
No. They' re only 7 watt bulbs. It's just enough for seeing the add. no. from the street.
505177
It should give off a little bit more more light. I also replaced with clear and LED(?) lights and I think it helped. I wished I found one that came with 6-8 light bulbs for more lighting, but I needed one that is simple yet conservative/elegant, less frills... I'm still very happy with this purchase.
623992
It's more of a glow than usable light. I use it as an accent for my walkway. Not sure of the wattage.
1953303
I just checked... It does light up and will work in the dark.Thanks for your great question.
1266906
You might have motion detection issues if the lamp is behind a white-frosted glass cover, but I have no way of testing. I mounted mine in a recessed can-style porch fixture though, by using an adapter - the kind that adds two outlets to a light socket, with a chain pull switch (which I leave on for this application).
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This particular unit is for post lights so it would not be the one for you. My son has a porchlight however that has the same functions as this unit. I don't know who the manufacturer is though. If your two lights are wired together though you only need one of them to have these special functions.
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Hi,I sent mine back. It was hard to focus and also if any light was on nearby like you said about the porch light I couldn't see anything.
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I was not impressed. If you ever need bright lighting (i.e. for reading, etc.), then you may want to go with a higher-wattage version. The light is nice, but if you can 'see' the bulbs, they do have some glare to them as they are clear, not frosted. If you are just looking for something that will give nice ambient lighting, you should be fine with them, though. I ended up using these in open, recessed can fixtures above our downstairs bar and they are fine there - but I don't need a bright light in that location. Also - these are NOT dimmable, so if the lamp has a 3-way switch, you may want to look at other options. Hope that helps! I was not impressed. If you ever need bright lighting (i.e. for reading, etc.), then you may want to go with a higher-wattage version. The light is nice, but if you can 'see' the bulbs, they do have some glare to them as they are clear, not frosted. If you are just looking for something that will give nice ambient lighting, you should be fine with them, though. I ended up using these in open, recessed can fixtures above our downstairs bar and they are fine there - but I don't need a bright light in that location. Also - these are NOT dimmable, so if the lamp has a 3-way switch, you may want... » Read More I was not impressed. If you ever need bright lighting (i.e. for reading, etc.), then you may want to go with a higher-wattage version. The light is nice, but if you can 'see' the bulbs, they do have some glare to them as they are clear, not frosted. If you are just looking for something that will give nice ambient lighting, you should be fine with them, though. I ended up using these in open, recessed can fixtures above our downstairs bar and they are fine there - but I don't need a bright light in that location. Also - these are NOT dimmable, so if the lamp has a 3-way switch, you may want to look at other options. Hope that helps! « Show Less
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Right from the box I put it up and it took 2 sunny days and then it's been shinning bright at night ever since! I'm not a tech savy person in the slightest & I found it rather simple. I wonder if your specific one is defected or broken. My neighbors are all impressed with how bright it continues to illuminate.
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I would have used it for that. It's not a super bright light, just enough to see by. When I use it on the porch, it throws enough light to read by up close to it. I love mine.
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I live in a subdivision, and was disappointed with the output. Low level lighting. I had hoped to have this illuminate my flag overnight. Didn't do it very well.
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Twiggy, I am sorry I can't directly answer that question as I installed the lamp on an existing mount. I removed the old fixture and replaced it with this one as a front porch light. Our house has a typical stucco textured wall. Wish I could put a link to their manual but their website (http://designersedge.com) is not there yet :o). But all in all, I don't see why you couldn't install this on horizontal lap siding as long the area this needs to installed on, is flat. There's not much "cavity" / space at the back of the unit so the wall opening would have to have space for the junction wires etc. Sorry couldn't help more. But I love the light. It's basically trouble-free (for the lazy amongst us!). You never have to turn it on or off! The light is really bright white though it "stands out" odd in my community - all the other houses have those yellowish dull lights that are there more for name sake than for lighting! Best, Kenny
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The power indicator light is very bright, could be a night light. The quality of this unit is outstanding. If the light bothers you put a piece of electrical tape over it. Cut it to the shape of the LED light cover and it will not look ghetto. I use mine in the rec room so the light is actually welcome at night. DAVE
858172
Both of the previous are good answers. I will be replacing the bulb in mine with an LED. As also with the other running lights to minimize battery use.
813343
Hi, James, I am not pleased with this light. It doesn't provide enough light for my needs. I was all set to send it back and ask for a replacement but I had to have surgery and the lamp got pushed to the background of things I needed to do. I am not pleased with it, thinking at first that they had sent me a used display model whose bulbs were weak. If you have had a similar problem of weak lights it must be the way the thing comes. I can't use it.
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Not sure if that will work but it's a solid light fixture. Puts out great light as is.
1230293
Yes, really great light off the front porch. They (Two on the porch) really illuminate the front yard.