Install In-Ground Hardscape Lights
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Lighting up this pool party pad 
What happens here
This step involves installing small, circular in-ground hardscape lights, such as the In-Lite 'Hive 22' fixtures, directly into patio pavers. These lights are ideal for bordering pathways and defining hardscape edges, providing subtle, downward-facing illumination. A core drill bit designed for masonry is used to create appropriately sized holes in the pavers. Once the holes are drilled, the lights are inserted, and their low-voltage wiring is routed underneath the pavers to connect to the main lighting circuit.
Goal: Create subtle path lighting and highlight hardscape features.
Tools and materials
- Core Drill Bit — Drilling precise holes in pavers for light installation
- Drill — Operating the core drill bit
- In-Lite Hive 22 Lights In-Lite — Providing in-ground illumination in pavers
- Low-Voltage Wiring — To connect the hardscape lights to the transformer
- Silicone Sealant — Providing an additional waterproof seal around installed lights
- Wire Strippers — Stripping insulation from wires for connections
- Waterproof Wire Connectors — Making secure, waterproof connections