Hollow Cylinder Bollard Light, Black Exterior Entry Fixture

The approach to a front door is one of the few places where outdoor lighting is seen up close, every single day. A plain post can do the job, but a light with a bit of design character makes an entrance feel considered and welcoming. The Hollow Cylinder Bollard Light, Black Exterior Entry Fixture is made for exactly that. Its hollow cylinder form in black aluminum gives it a sculptural look by day, and after dark it marks the way to the door with a steady glow.

It comes in three compact heights, is hardwired for reliable light in every season, and can be ordered as a single post or in sets of up to 8. That combination of design, scale and dependability is what makes it such a good bollard light for entries.

What makes the hollow cylinder bollard stand out

The design comes first. Rather than a solid post with a light on top, the hollow cylinder shape gives the fixture a distinctive, sculptural outline. In black aluminum, it reads as crisp and modern beside a front door, a gate or a set of entry steps, and it holds its own as a design piece in daylight.

The compact scale is the second strength. The three heights, 16, 24 and 31 inches, are all 4.25 inches wide and 4.25 inches deep. That keeps the posts in proportion with entry paths, steps and planted borders, where a tall bollard would feel heavy.

The steady power is the third. It is hardwired, so it is wired in rather than solar and the output stays the same through winter and on overcast days. Once an electrician has made the connection, it simply works, night after night. Slight variation in color and finish between units is normal, and all required mounting hardware and instructions come in the box.

Where it looks best, around the home

• Front entrances. A pair on either side of a path frames the door.
• Entry steps. The 16 inch post marks the edges of low steps.
• Garden gates. The 31 inch post gives a gate more presence.
• Front walks. A row of 24 inch posts guides guests to the door.
• Planted borders. A compact post among planting beside the house.

The black, sculptural form suits modern and minimalist homes especially well, beside concrete, render, dark window frames and structured planting, and it adds a contemporary note to a more traditional entrance.

Choosing the height and placement

As a rule of thumb, the 16 inch post suits steps and borders, the 24 inch post suits most entry paths, and the 31 inch post suits gates and the start of a front walk. Every size is listed in the Dimensions section above.

A few planning tips help:

• For a symmetrical entrance, order a pair and set one on each side of the path.
• Order a set of 4, 6 or 8 to line a longer walk in matching heights.
• Plan the cable runs before installing, since every post is hardwired.
• Turn the power off at the breaker and have an electrician make every connection.

Where the entry path includes a few steps, a post beside the first and the last step makes the change in level easy to see after dark.

Space the posts evenly so the pools of light connect into one continuous route to the door. Walking the entrance at dusk before installing is the easiest way to judge the spacing from the street and from the doorstep.

Layering it with other lighting

An entrance usually looks best with two or three layers of light. Bollards like this one light the path, a wall light beside the door marks the entrance itself, and a soft light in a window adds warmth from inside. Together they make the approach feel safe and welcoming.

The outdoor wall lighting collection has fixtures for beside the door, the bollard lights collection has other shapes for paths and drives, and the path lights collection has lower fixtures for borders.

Matching black finishes across the door hardware, wall lights and bollards makes the whole entrance feel planned and consistent.

Care is simple. Switch the fixture off and let it cool before cleaning, then wipe it with a soft, dry cloth.

Think about the view from the street, too. A pair of sculptural posts at the start of a front walk draws the eye toward the door, which is exactly what good entry lighting should do.

The hollow form also rewards a little thought about the background. Against a pale wall or light paving, the black cylinder stands out as a crisp silhouette; against dark planting, it recedes and lets the glow take over. Either works well, so choose the effect that suits the entrance.

Is the hollow cylinder bollard right for your space?

This bollard is a strong fit if you:

• Want an entry light with sculptural design character.
• Like a compact, modern black fixture.
• Want steady hardwired light in every season.
• Need a matching pair or set for a front walk.

It may not be the right choice if you want a solar light with no wiring, or a tall post to light a long driveway. A solar bollard or a taller post would suit those needs better.

Every order ships free across the US and most arrive in 6 to 9 business days. Unused items in their original packaging can be returned within 30 days of delivery, and questions about heights and sets are answered at info@norafurnish.com.