Solar lights are wonderfully simple, but most of them have one setting and that is it. The 3 Color Solar Lamp with Remote changes that. It is a solar lamp for a post, a wall, a pillar cap or a flat surface, and its remote lets you step between three color temperatures and several brightness settings from wherever you are sitting. It charges by day, switches itself on at dusk, and needs no wiring at all.
That control is what makes it such a good landscape light. The same lamp can set a warm, relaxed mood on a patio one evening and give a cooler, brighter working light by a gate the next.
What makes the solar lamp stand out
The remote comes first. Most solar lights are fixed, so the light you get on the first night is the light you get every night. With this lamp, the remote steps between three color temperatures and the brightness settings, so you can change the mood without walking over to the fixture. It is a small thing that makes a real difference on a patio or courtyard where the lighting changes with the occasion.
Solar power is the second strength. A solar panel and a rechargeable battery are built in, so there is no wiring, no outlet and no batteries to buy. Let it charge in full sun for a day before the first night, and after that it switches on at dusk on its own.
The flexible mounting is the third. The lamp stands 14 inches tall on a base 7.9 inches square, and it can sit on a flat surface or be fixed to a post, wall or pillar cap with the included hardware. It comes in black or gold, with a choice of a plastic or an aluminum body, and it is built to stay outside through rain.
Where it looks best, around the home
- Pillar caps. A lamp on each gate pillar frames the entrance.
- Fence posts. Lamps on the posts give a deck or a fence a finished look.
- Patios. A warm glow for dinners outside, adjusted by remote.
- Courtyards. A lamp on a low wall lights a quiet sitting area.
- Gates and paths. A cooler, brighter setting helps with evening arrivals.
Black suits modern and traditional homes alike, while gold adds a warm, classic accent to brick pillars and stone walls.
Choosing the finish and placement
The lamp is 14 inches tall on a base 7.9 inches square. Because the solar panel sits on the unit itself, placement is all about sun.
- Choose a post, wall or pillar cap that gets several hours of direct sun.
- Avoid spots under trees, eaves or awnings that shade the panel.
- Use a pair on gate pillars for a balanced, symmetrical entrance.
- Choose between the plastic and the aluminum body before ordering.
The mounting hardware is included, so it can be fixed securely to a post, a wall or a pillar cap, or simply set on a flat surface such as a low wall. Give it a full day of sun before the first night.
Layering it with other lighting
A post or pillar lamp is a welcome and ambient layer. It marks an entrance and adds a warm glow to a patio, while path lights guide the way and wall lights brighten doors. The remote lets this lamp move between those roles, soft for relaxing and brighter for arriving home.
For more outdoor options, the landscape lighting collection has solar and stake lights for gardens, and the outdoor post lights collection has more lamps for posts and pillars.
Matching lamps create the most polished look. A pair on gate pillars, or a row along a fence, in the same finish and set to the same color, reads as one design. With the remote, you can adjust them to match each other after installation.
Seasons matter for any solar light. Long summer days give the most charge, which suits the evenings you are most likely to spend outside. In winter, keep the panel clean and in the sunniest spot available.
Choosing the body is simple once you know how the lamp will be used. Both the plastic and the aluminum versions share the same 14 inch height and 7.9 inch square base, and both come in black or gold, so the choice is about material rather than size. Look at the other fittings around the entrance, such as gates, hinges and house numbers, and choose the finish that matches them.
Using the remote soon becomes part of the evening routine. A warmer, softer setting suits dinner on the patio, while a cooler, brighter setting is useful when guests are arriving or when you are carrying shopping in from the car after dark.
For care, wipe the panel clean every few months, since dust cuts the charge more than cloudy weather does. Wipe the body with a soft, dry cloth, and wipe off dust and debris now and then to keep the light output strong.
Is the solar lamp right for your space?
It is a strong fit if you:
- Want a solar lamp you can adjust by remote.
- Have a post, wall or pillar cap in direct sun.
- Like a warm glow for evenings and a brighter setting for arrivals.
- Want no wiring and no outlet.
It is not the right choice for a heavily shaded spot, or for bright security lighting across a large driveway, where a hardwired flood light would suit better.
Shipping is free across the US, and most orders arrive in 6 to 9 business days. Buy 2 or more items and save 10%. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days, and questions are answered at info@norafurnish.com.
