With inground spotlights, you can functionally or decoratively illuminate your garden, driveway, house facades or even certain indoor areas such as stairs. You can find out what is important when buying recessed floor lights in our guide.
Terraces, paths etc. can be beautifully illuminated with inground spotlights
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3 piece SSC-LUXon JUAVI ground recessed spotlights pivotable IP67 - LED GU10 3W warm white 230 V - ground spot square passable
109.95 EUR To the product| Type | LEDs |
|---|---|
| material | aluminum, stainless steel |
| Degree of protection | IP67 |
| load capacity (kg) | 2000kg |
| light color | warm white |
| beam angle | 38 degree's |
| Pivoting | Yes |
| energy efficiency class | A+ |
| Number of lights in the set | 3 |
| Bulbs replaceable | Yes |
The high-quality ground recessed spotlight JUAVI from SSC-LUXon, which comes in a practical set of 3, is convincing all along the line. It is made of robust aluminum and stainless steel and can be loaded up to 2000 kilograms. This makes it suitable for garden paths and also for the driveway. Replaceable warm white LEDs for the pivoting floor lights are included. The reviewers at Amazon praise the top workmanship and the beautiful lighting mood that these spotlights are supposed to spread. our recommendation
linovum BORU set of 4 recessed floor lights for GU10 - floor spotlight outside IP67 trafficable in round brushed, connection cable 230V
EUR 79.95 To the product| Type | LEDs |
|---|---|
| material | stainless steel |
| Degree of protection | IP67 |
| load capacity (kg) | 500kg |
| light color | any |
| beam angle | unknown |
| Pivoting | no |
| energy efficiency class | any |
| Number of lights in the set | 4 |
| Bulbs replaceable | Yes |
This set from linovum contains four BORU recessed floor lights. The spotlights, which can be loaded up to 500 kilograms, are assigned to protection class IP67 like our comparison winner and are therefore absolutely suitable for outdoor use. The bulbs are not included in the scope of delivery; however, this means that there is at least a free choice in terms of light color and energy efficiency class. The Amazon reviewers are apparently very satisfied with the price-performance ratio. Especially the first-class materials and their stability are explicitly emphasized. our recommendation
Paulmann 939.92 Special ground light set IP67 round GU10 warm white 3.5 W 93992 LED recessed spotlight outdoor patio lighting ground spotlight garden recessed bed light
30.39 EUR To the product| Type | LEDs |
|---|---|
| material | metal |
| Degree of protection | IP67 |
| load capacity (kg) | 500kg |
| light color | warm white |
| beam angle | unknown |
| Pivoting | no |
| energy efficiency class | A+ |
| Number of lights in the set | 1 |
| Bulbs replaceable | Yes |
The in-ground luminaire from Paulmann is ideal for anyone who initially only needs a single in-ground spotlight. Conveniently, the light comes with a warm white light source with energy efficiency class A+. The other features such as the protection class (IP67) and the load capacity (500 kilograms) are also impressive. The ground spotlight also seems to be relatively easy to install, as some reviewers write on Amazon.
Purchase Criteria
Type
In principle, a distinction is made between halogen, LED and solar inground spotlights. Nowadays, almost only the latter two types are available - and with good reason: they are very energy-efficient. Solar-powered models get their energy from the sun's rays. In contrast, classic LED designs require an electrical power supply. If you want to install the ground spotlights in an area that benefits from sunlight, you can use solar spotlights with a clear conscience, which do not cause any follow-up costs and are therefore particularly inexpensive.
material
Recessed floor spotlights are usually made of plastic, aluminum or stainless steel. In terms of weather resistance, the materials do not take much - if processed well, they all withstand intense sunlight and damp weather. Basically, stainless steel is considered to be particularly robust and stable, while plastic and aluminum score points with their lightness. When making your comparison, always find out about the processing quality of the individual radiators; simply read through customer reviews for this purpose.
Degree of protection and resilience
If you want to use the inground spotlights outdoors or in a damp room such as a bathroom or laundry room, they must be waterproof. We advise you to give preference to a model with protection class IP65 or higher. When using ground spotlights for paths or the driveway, also make sure that they can be walked on and driven on. In this context, you should check the weight up to which the built-in lights can be loaded. In many versions, this value is 500 kilograms.
light color
Inground spotlights are available with cold or warm white LEDs. Cold white light-emitting diodes shine more bluishly, glaringly and accordingly brighter and more intensively. Warm white LEDs emit yellowish light and spread a cozy atmosphere. They are therefore recommended if you want to use the floor lights to achieve beautiful lighting effects in certain garden areas or on house facades. On the other hand, when it comes to functional aspects such as a better view on garden paths or in the driveway, recessed ground lights with cool white LEDs are more suitable.
beam angle
The beam angle indicates the angle at which the luminous flux exits the spotlight. Together with the distance from the floor lamp to the illuminated surface, it influences the diameter of the light cone. Here are a few guide values as a guide: A beam angle of 120 degrees is optimal for the basic lighting of an area. An angle of 90 degrees is recommended for illuminating a garden path. The smaller and closer the object to be illuminated, the smaller the angle can and should be. With some lamps, the beam angle can be adjusted individually.
swiveling
If you would like to immerse your green oasis in an atmospheric sea of lights when it is dark, hidden ground spotlights as accentuating plant lighting are a great idea. For this purpose, we advise you to buy a swiveling model whose beam of light literally puts certain trees, shrubs and bushes in the right light. In short, a swiveling ground spotlight gives you the opportunity to illuminate individual objects or walls in a targeted manner and thus create an enchanting evening flair in the garden.
Assembly
Of course, the recessed floor lights should be as easy to install as possible. You have the least effort with solar-powered ground spotlights, as they do not require any cables at all. It is important that detailed and understandable assembly instructions are included. The assembly material, apart from the special tools required, should also be part of the scope of delivery. Also consider the installation depth for the floor light in question - does it match the "extractable" cavity depth in the floor in which you want to install the spotlight?
youtubefrequently asked Questions
What is a recessed floor spotlight?
Recessed floor spotlights are lights that - as the name suggests - are built into the floor. As a rule, they are used outdoors, for example as path lighting, to illuminate the driveway or as decorative light accents in the garden. But floor lights can also be useful guide lights indoors, for example directly in front of a staircase.
How does a ground recessed spotlight work?
In principle, recessed ground spotlights work like other garden lights, except that they are built into the ground and emit their light from below upwards or to the side. The exact way it works depends on the type: while classic LED floor lights require sophisticated wiring, solar-powered versions charge themselves - they absorb sunlight during the day and convert it into energy, which they emit as light in the dark.
Which brands offer good recessed floor spotlights?
Popular brands for inground spotlights are linovum, SSC-LUXon, LEDANDO, lambado and Paulmann. But the models from MADON, SAILUN and B-right also know how to impress in terms of quality. Above all, make sure that the features of the respective ground spotlights match your requirements - then the specific brand is secondary.
Where is the best place to buy recessed floor spotlights?
In-ground spotlights are available in well-stocked hardware stores and garden centers such as OBI, toom, hagebaumarkt, Hornbach, Bauhaus or Dehner. If you want a particularly large selection, low prices and a convenient ordering and return procedure, you've come to the right place at Amazon.
How much does a recessed floor spotlight cost?
You usually pay around 30 euros for a single inground spotlight. The price per lamp is often cheaper if you opt for a set of several floor lamps. Sets of 3 to 6 are available from around 40 euros. Most sets cost between 60 and 120 euros.
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Colored ground spotlights
If you would like to accentuate a certain area in your garden with colored light, we recommend that you also purchase ground lights that emit colored light in addition to the classic recessed ground spotlights with cold or warm white light. Ideally, the lights can also be swiveled and/or dimmed.
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