What to Look For in an Outdoor Lighting Company?

There’s nothing quite like seeing the familiar and comforting shape of your home softly illuminated by a gentle halo of light under the dark cover of night. Not only can outdoor lighting add aesthetic charm to your home, but they can also add a measure of safety and security to make sure you can always […]

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Myths About LED Lighting

The world of lighting keeps getting more innovative. With LED lighting, energy efficiency and environmental protection are factors many homeowners and business owners consider when choosing their lighting. However, many people are often hesitant to give up their old bulbs in favor of LEDs. Some myths surrounding LED lights include that they are expensive or […]

Two-story home with pond in front at night lit up by security lighting
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Sunday Night Lights for Enjoying Football

The pride you have for your favorite football team is apparent. You are decked out in your favorite jersey. War paint adorns your cheeks. You have mastered the game face and your special recipe for the ultimate grilled chicken wings, burgers, and hotdogs. Now you just need the ultimate place to cheer your favorite team […]

Mood lighting sets the scene on a garden patio at night
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Benefits of Low Voltage Landscape Lighting

When it comes to residential landscape lighting, low voltage lighting is the most common option for homeowners. It is easy to install, it has a low cost, and it is safe to use. If you are looking to install landscape lighting into your yard or garden but are unsure whether or not low voltage landscape […]

A Dallas Ft Worth area home is illuminated at night by outdoor lighting
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How to Choose Landscape Lighting

Designing the perfect landscape lighting plan can be overwhelming. There are a variety of lights to choose from, and you want it to look good while also providing added protection for you and your family. When it comes to choosing the right kind of landscape lighting, your main focus should be security and what part of […]

Well-lit trees and fence in backyard at night
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Where Should I Place my Security Lights?

The United States Department of Justice reports that over 2 million home robbery/burglary crimes occurred in 2017. For homes with outdoor security lighting, the chance of being burglarized was significantly lower than for homes without them. In order for security lights to be the most effective, they need to be placed in the optimal places […]

Security Lighting shines on a Three car garage at night
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Creative Nightscapes Earns 2018 Angie’s List Super Service Award

Creative Nightscapes Outdoor Lighting is proud to announce that it has earned the home service industry’s coveted Angie’s List Super Service Award (SSA). This award honors service professionals who have maintained exceptional service ratings and reviews on Angie’s List in 2018. “Service pros that receive our Angie’s List Super Service Award represent the best in our […]

A waterside mansion is lit up at night with beautiful landscaping
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Scare Off Halloween Pranksters with Outdoor Lighting

Halloween is approaching, and for some that means dressing up their little ones and collecting candy from neighbors. For others, it means cleaning up after the local teenagers prank your home. But what if you could scare those unruly troublemakers away? There are many ways to do so, and one of the best is to utilize outdoor lighting. Here’s how: […]

A well lit front yard with porch lights and lights that highlight plants and illuminate the path
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Outdoor Gas Lamps vs Electric Lamps

When you want to add a cozy feel and rustic appeal to your yard, there’s nothing quite like adding outdoor lamps. There are many options available when it comes to the style and material of outdoor lamps, but often the most important decision is whether to go with gas or electric lamps. Both can add great […]

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Outdoor Renovations that Increase Curb Appeal

When it’s time to sell a house, you want to get the most money from the sale. To do this, it’s a good idea to add value to the house by doing some renovations. Don’t forget to renovate the outside as well as the inside since the front of the house is the first thing […]

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Tips for Stunning Garden Lighting

Lighting up your garden and surrounding outdoor area is a great way to draw attention to the most striking plants and features of your garden at any time of the day. Here are some great ideas for lighting up your garden: Feature Favorite Plants Use soft spotlights to light up favorite shrubs, trees, and other plants […]

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2017 Kichler Lighting Contractor of the Year

Continuing a tradition of excellence, North Richland Hills-based Creative Nightscapes has once again been named Kichler Lighting’s Contractor of the Year. This award recognizes excellence in professional landscape lighting design, installation, and service.  This is the second time Creative Nightscapes has achieved Kichler’s top honors – their first being in 2014.  Excellence in Outdoor Lighting Installation and […]

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6 Best Plant Types for North Texas Landscapes

North Texas is one of the better places in the country to grow a diverse garden. The combination of mid- to upper-temperatures — without being too tropical — allows gardeners to grow a wide range of plants. The region does have some downsides, though — namely, the excessive summer heat and sudden winter ice storms. […]

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Updated Lighting Landscapes for Poolside Entertainment

Winter will soon be a distant memory, so it’s time to get the pool and patio cleaned up for fun in the sun. Even if your in-ground pool is functional, a lack of outdoor lighting can limit your use of it after the sun sets. Keep the fun going longer with a functional lighting plan […]

Well-lit pool at dusk surround by palm trees and a privacy fence
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Lighting Your Home’s Stonework: The Final Decor Touch

It’s hard work to design and develop the perfect look to the outside of your home. You’re understandably proud of what you’ve done, and want people to be able to see it, both day and night. That perfect stonework design to your home and landscaping deserve the ideal lighting plans. You’ll add beautiful accents to […]

Stone walkway steps lit up with LED pathway lights
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How Lighting Can Improve Your Home Security

Beautiful outdoor lighting can do a lot more than merely highlight the features you love about your home and landscaping – a thoughtfully designed outdoor lighting plan can also be a simple and surprisingly effective way to increase the security of your home. But how do you determine what kind of security lighting will be most beneficial? […]

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Lighting Choices To Promote Energy Efficiency

Whether your goal is to save the planet, reduce your expenses, or achieve a combination of both, saving energy is one of the best ways to meet it. Most homeowners use more energy than necessary for a wide variety of daily activities and thus have many chances to cut their consumption without changing their lifestyles […]

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The Basics of Outdoor Lighting Controllers

Outdoor lighting is the final step to a beautiful home. It’s also vital to a successful business front. No matter who you are, you need reliable and effective ways to get the most out of your outdoor lighting, and these days the linchpin of it all is the control system. They’ve come a long way in recent […]

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Enjoy the Outdoors Any Time: Lighting Trends for Today’s Modern Homeowner  

People are spending more time outdoors than ever before. They are installing beautiful patios, elaborate outdoor kitchens, and water features to help make their outdoor space an area they can enjoy all year long with family and friends. With so many upscale architectural options now available to make your outdoor space come alive, it is […]

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The Latest in Green Outdoor Lighting Technology

Outdoor lighting has so many appeals. It can drive business traffic, protect residents and complete the masterpiece that is a beautiful home. While you want to enjoy all of these perks, you also care about your impact on the environment. We have you covered. Creative Nightscapes always strives to stay current with the latest outdoor […]

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