Deck Lighting – Extend Your Evenings, Enhance Your Space
The right lighting can completely transform your deck. At Knoxville Designer Decks, we specialize in building not only beautiful, custom decks but also creating outdoor environments you can enjoy day or night. Our custom deck lighting solutions add style, safety, and ambiance to any outdoor living space — and they’re one of the most worthwhile upgrades you can include in your project.
Whether you’re relaxing with family after sunset, hosting friends for an evening cookout, or just want to highlight your deck’s design after dark, thoughtful lighting makes all the difference.
Why Add Deck Lighting?
Deck lighting isn’t just about looks — though it certainly adds curb appeal. It’s also about function, safety, and comfort. Proper lighting allows you to use your outdoor space more often and more confidently.
Here are a few key benefits:
- Extended Use: Enjoy your deck long after the sun goes down
- Increased Safety: Light up steps, edges, and walkways to reduce tripping hazards
- Improved Ambiance: Create a warm, welcoming environment for relaxing or entertaining
- Highlight Design Features: Showcase railings, posts, or built-in seating
- Boost Home Value: Professionally installed deck lighting enhances resale appeal
Whether subtle and soft or bold and bright, we’ll help you design a lighting layout that fits your style and purpose.
Types of Deck Lighting We Install
Every outdoor space is different, so we offer a wide range of lighting options — all selected and installed to match your custom deck design.
Post Cap Lights
These lights sit on top of your deck’s railing posts and provide a subtle glow around the perimeter. They’re available in a variety of styles and finishes to match your deck’s overall look.
Stair & Step Lighting
We install low-profile lights directly into stair risers or treads to improve safety and visibility after dark. These are especially important for multi-level decks or elevated structures.
Recessed Deck Lights (In-Floor Lighting)
These small, durable fixtures are installed flush with your decking surface and provide soft, functional lighting without interfering with foot traffic.
Under-Rail Lighting
Hidden LED strips or puck lights placed beneath handrails give off a sleek, modern glow and add drama to railings and transitions.
Accent & Perimeter Lighting
Used to highlight landscaping, deck borders, pergolas, or privacy screens, these lights bring depth and visual interest to the entire space.
String or Bistro Lighting
Great for casual ambiance, these lights can be strung across pergolas, covered decks, or between posts to create a cozy, festive atmosphere.
Energy-Efficient LED Options
We exclusively use high-quality, low-voltage LED lighting for our deck projects. LEDs are energy-efficient, long-lasting, and cool to the touch — making them ideal for outdoor use.
Most of our lighting options can be installed with smart timers, dimmers, or motion sensors for convenience and added energy savings.
Seamless Integration Into Your Deck Build
When you work with Knoxville Designer Decks, lighting isn’t an afterthought. We plan for it from the very beginning of your custom deck design. This allows for cleaner wiring, hidden connections, and fixtures that blend beautifully with your deck’s structure and materials.
Whether you’re building a new deck or want to upgrade an existing one, we’ll help you select the right fixtures and layout to suit your needs, preferences, and budget.
