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When it comes to keeping a location safe and secure, outdoor lighting can play an important role. Locations without proper outdoor lighting are an obvious target for break-ins and accidents such as slips and falls. With the use of our commercial flood lights, you can avoid this unfortunate scenario. In addition to making the location less appealing to criminals, these landscape flood lights are great for improving the safety of walkways or illuminating landscaping at night.

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LED Area/Parking Lot Light, 22,007 Lumen Max, Wattage & CCT Selectable, Type II, III, IV, or V Optics, 120-277V

  • Brand: WareLight
  • Wattage Selectable: 70W/100W/150W
  • CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
  • Lumen Max: 20,007
  • Voltage: 120-277V
  • Optics: Type II, III (Standard), IV, or V
  • CRI: >70
  • WareSense Blue Compatible
  • Mounting Options: Universal (Standard), Slip Fitter, Pole and Yoke
  • Lifespan: 50,000 hours
  • Working Temperature: -40°C TO 45°C (-40°F TO 113°F)
  • Dimensions:23.7"L x 9.8"W x 6.4"H
  • DLC ID# S-LCF9Y5
  • Ratings: cULus, DLC Premium, IP65
  • Warranty: 5 year warranty
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ITEM: WL-AL-150W-CWS-T3-AUM-DM010-BZ

Regular price$197.99

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LED Area/Parking Lot Light, 43,360 Lumen Max, Wattage & CCT Selectable, Type II, III, IV, or V Optics, 120-277V

  • Brand: WareLight
  • Wattage Selectable: 200W/240W/300W
  • CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
  • Lumen Max: 43,360
  • Voltage: 120-277V
  • Optics: Type II, III, IV, or V
  • CRI: >70
  • WareSense Blue Compatible
  • Mounting Options: Universal (Standard), Slip Fitter, Pole and Yoke
  • Lifespan: 50,000 hrs
  • Working Temperature: -40°C TO 45°C (-40°F TO 113°F)
  • Dimensions: 30.5"L x13.3"W x 6.4"H
  • DLC ID# S-V042DF
  • Ratings: cULus, DLC Premium, IP65
  • Warranty: 5 year warranty
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ITEM: WL-AL-300W-CWS-T3-AUM-DM010-BZ

Regular price$281.99

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LED Bullet Flood Light, 3200 Lumen Max, Wattage and CCT Selectable, 25° and 45° Optic, Integrated Photocell, Knuckle Mount, 120-277V, Bronze

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  • Brand: WareLight
  • Wattage Selectable: 9W/16W/24W
  • CCT Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
  • Lumens: 1200-3200
  • Voltage: 120-277V
  • CRI: >80
  • Easy access to the control switch
  • Die-cast aluminum heatsink
  • UV stabilized powder coated finish
  • Integrated Photocell
  • Finish: Bronze
  • DLC ID: S-T703Y3
  • Listings: DLC Premium, UL and CUL for wet locations
  • Warranty: 5 Years
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ITEM: WL-BFL-24W-MCT-KN-MV-BZ

Regular price$71.99

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Weatherproof LED Round Flood Head, 10 watt, 120V

  • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
  • Wattage: 10W
  • Voltage: 120V
  • Lumens: 950Lm
  • CRI: >80
  • CCT: 3000K
  • Life: 70,000 hours
  • Bronze or White finish
  • Listings: ETL, IP65
  • 7 year warranty
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ITEM: FLS-10W-30K-BR

Regular price$35.99

$28.74

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3 Head LED Dimmable Security Light, 30 watt, Bronze or White Finish, 3000K

  • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
  • Wattage: 30W
  • Voltage: 120V
  • Lumens: 2800Lm
  • Color Temp: 3000K
  • CRI: 80
  • Beam Angle: 120°
  • Listings: ETL, IP65, Wet Location
  • 7 year warranty
  • Fixture does not come with the sensor installed
  • Fixture is not dimmable once a sensor is installed
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ITEM: SL-30W-30K-BZ-D

Regular price$121.96

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3-Head LED Security Light w/ PIR Sensor, Bronze
3-Head LED Security Light w/ PIR Sensor, White
3-Head LED Security Light w/ PIR Sensor, Bronze or White Finish, 3000K or 5000K CCT

  • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
  • Wattage: 30W
  • Voltage: 120V
  • Lumens: 2800
  • Color Temp: 3000K or 5000K
  • CRI: 80
  • Beam Angle: 120°
  • Sensor Angle: 180°
  • Listings: ETL, IP65, Wet Location
  • 7 year warranty
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ITEM: SL-30W-30K-BZ-P

Regular price$145.96

$63.99

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Economy LED Flood Light, 60 watt, 120-277V

  • Brand: WareLight Select
  • Wattage: 60
  • Voltage: 120-277
  • Color Temp: 5000K
  • CRI: 70
  • Lumens: 7600
  • Finish: Dark Bronze
  • Life: 100,000 hours
  • Dimmable: No
  • Listings: DLC Premium, cULus, Wet Locations
  • Warranty: 5 years
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ITEM: MFD0860W27V50KDB76KN

Regular price$87.59

$72.99

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2 Head LED Dimmable Security Light, 1900 Lumens, 20 watt, 120V, CCT Selectable, Bronze or White Finish

  • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
  • Wattage: 20W
  • Voltage: 120V
  • Lumens: 1900Lm
  • Color Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
  • CRI: 80>
  • Beam Angle: 100°
  • Lifespan: 70,000 Hrs.
  • Listings: cETLus, IP65, Wet Location
  • 7 year warranty
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ITEM: SL-20W-MCT-BZ-D

Regular price$83.98

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1 Head LED Dimmable Security Light, 40 watt, 3000K or 5000K CCT, Bronze Finish

  • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
  • Wattage: 40W
  • Voltage: 120V
  • Lumens: 4800Lm
  • Color Temp: 3000K or 5000K
  • CRI: 80
  • Beam Angle: 120°
  • Listings: ETL, IP65, Wet Location
  • 7 year warranty
  • Fixture does not come with the sensor installed
  • Fixture is not dimmable once a sensor is installed
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ITEM: SL-40W-30K-BZ-D

Regular price$119.78

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Economy LED Flood Light, 27 watt, 120-277V

  • Brand: WareLight Select
  • Wattage: 27
  • Voltage: 120-277
  • Color Temp: 5000K
  • CRI: 70
  • Lumens: 3,600
  • Finish: Dark Bronze
  • Life: 100,000 hours
  • Dimmable: No
  • Listings: DLC Premium, CULUS, Wet Locations
  • Warranty: 5 years
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ITEM: MFD0827W27V50KDB76KN

Regular price$65.99

$54.99

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LED Area/Parking Lot Light, 39000 Lumens, 300W, 5000K, 100-277V, Bronze or White Finish

  • Brand: LEDSION
  • Wattage: 300W
  • Lumens: 39,000
  • CCT: 5000K
  • Voltage: 100-277V
  • CRI: >70
  • 0-10V dimmable
  • Life: 50,000 hours
  • Low profile housing with enhanced thermal heat sink
  • 6kV built-in plus 10kV external surge protection
  • Mounting Bracket Included
  • DLC# LS-ESBV7E300WAT3A1
  • Listings: cULus, DLC Premium
  • 5 year warranty
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ITEM: SBC8B-300W-120V-50K

Regular price$305.99

$254.99

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1 Head LED Dimmable Security Light, 28 watt, Bronze Finish, 3000K

  • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
  • Wattage: 28W
  • Voltage: 120V
  • Lumens: 3400Lm
  • Color Temp: 3000K 
  • CRI: 80
  • Beam Angle: 120°
  • Listings: ETL, IP65, Wet Location
  • 7 year warranty
  • Fixture does not come with the sensor installed
  • Fixture is not dimmable once a sensor is installed
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ITEM: SL-28W-30K-BZ-D

Regular price$100.15

$47.99

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Economy LED Flood Light, 200 watt, 5000K, 120-277V

  • Brand: WareLight Select
  • Wattage: 200
  • Voltage: 120-277
  • Color Temp: 5000K
  • CRI: 70
  • Lumens: 26,000
  • Finish: Dark Bronze
  • Life: 100,000 hours
  • Dimmable: Yes
  • Listings: DLC Premium, cULus, Wet Locations
  • Warranty: 5 years
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ITEM: MFD08200W27V50KDDB76YK

Regular price$287.99

$239.99

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Economy LED Flood Light, 45 watt, 5000K, 120-277V

  • Brand: WareLight Select
  • Wattage: 45
  • Voltage: 120-277
  • Color Temp: 5000K
  • CRI: 70
  • Lumens: 5650
  • Finish: Dark Bronze
  • Life: 100,000 hours
  • Dimmable: No
  • Listings: DLC Premium, cULus, Wet Locations
  • Warranty: 5 years
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    ITEM: MFD0845W27V50KDB76KN

    Regular price$81.59

    $67.99

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    LED Dimmable Security Light, 10 watt, Bronze or White Finish, 3000K or 5000K CCT

    • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
    • Wattage: 10W
    • Voltage: 120V
    • Lumens: 950Lm
    • Color Temp: 3000K or 5000K
    • CRI: 80
    • Beam Angle: 120°
    • Listings: ETL, IP65, Wet Location
    • 7 year warranty
    • Fixture does not come with the sensor installed
    • Fixture is not dimmable once a sensor is installed
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    ITEM: SL-10W-30K-BZ-D

    Regular price$60.87

    $41.74

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    1 Head LED Security Light w/ PIR Sensor, 28 watt, 120V, Bronze or White Finish, 3000K or 5000K CCT

    • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
    • Wattage: 28W
    • Voltage: 120V
    • Lumens: 3400Lm
    • Color Temp: 3000K or 5000K
    • CRI: 80
    • Beam Angle: 120°
    • Sensor Angle: 180°
    • 80% DIM (or Off) when on motion detected
    • Listings: ETL, IP65, Wet Location
    • 7 year warranty
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    ITEM: SL-28W-30K-BZ-P

    Regular price$122.08

    $63.99

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    3 Head LED Security Light, 2800 Lumens, 30 watt, 120V, CCT Selectable, Bronze or White Finish, With PIR Sensor

    • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
    • Wattage: 30W
    • Voltage: 120V
    • Lumens: 2800Lm
    • Color Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
    • CRI: 80>
    • Sensor Angle: 180°
    • Beam Angle: 120°
    • Lifespan: 70,000 Hrs.
    • Listings: cETLus, IP65, Wet Location
    • 7 year warranty
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    ITEM: SL-30W-MCT-BZ-P

    Regular price$101.69

    $84.74

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    LED Flood Light, 65W, 9500 Lumens, 120-277V, CCT Selectable, Dark Bronze

    • Brand: GKOLED
    • Wattage: 65W
    • Voltage: 120-277V
    • CCT Selectable / Lumens:
      • 3000K / 8,800Lm
      • 4000K / 9,500Lm
      • 5000K / 8,900Lm
    • 0-10V Dimming
    • Rated for ambient operating temperature -40˚F to 104˚F (-40˚C to 40˚C)
    • Finish: Dark Bronze
    • Integrated Photocell and Photocell Cap
    • Listings: DLC Premium, UL Listed, Wet Locations
    • 5 Year Limited Warranty
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    ITEM: GKOFDG1165W27VDDKDPKNB77

    Regular price$115.19

    $95.99

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    3 Head LED Dimmable Security Light, 2800 Lumens, 30 Watt, 120V, CCT Selectable, Bronze or White Finish

    • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
    • Wattage: 30W
    • Voltage: 120V
    • Lumens: 2800Lm
    • Color Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
    • CRI: 80>
    • Beam Angle: 120°
    • Lifespan: 70,000 Hrs.
    • Fixture does not come with the sensor installed
    • Fixture is not dimmable once a sensor is installed
    • Listings: cETLus, IP65, Wet Location
    • 7 year warranty
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    ITEM: SL-30W-MCT-BZ-D

    Regular price$131.99

    $67.74

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    2 Head LED Security Light, 1900 Lumens, 20 watt, 120V, CCT Selectable, Bronze or White Finish, With PIR Sensor

    • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
    • Wattage: 20W
    • Voltage: 120V
    • Lumens: 1900Lm
    • Color Selectable: 3000K/4000K/5000K
    • CRI: 80>
    • Sensor Angle: 180°
    • Beam Angle: 120°
    • Lifespan: 70,000 Hrs.
    • Listings: cETLus, IP65, Wet Location
    • 7 year warranty
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    ITEM: SL-20W-MCT-BZ-P

    Regular price$107.99

    $67.74

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    LED Bullet Flood Light, 28 Watt, 3500 Lumens, 3000K or 5000K, Knuckle Mount, 120-277V

    • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
    • Wattage: 28
    • Voltage: 120-277
    • CCT: 3000K or 4000K
    • Lumens: 3500
    • CRI: >80
    • Life: 70,000 hours
    • Beam Angle: 60
    • Replaces 100 watt HID
    • Listings: UL, IP65
    • 7 year warranty


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      ITEM: FLD2-28W-30K-D-KN

      Regular price$91.19

      $73.74

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      LED Flood Light, 120W, 19000 Lumens, 120-277V, CCT Selectable, Dark Bronze

      • Brand: GKOLED
      • Wattage: 120W
      • Voltage: 120-277V
      • CCT Selectable / Lumens: 
        • 3000K / 17,500Lm
        • 4000K / 19,000Lm
        • 5000K / 18,000Lm
      • 0-10V Dimming
      • Rated for ambient operating temperature -40˚F to 104˚F (-40˚C to 40˚C)
      • Finish: Dark Bronze
      •  Integrated Photocell and Photocell Cap
      • Listings: DLC Premium, UL Listed, Wet Locations
      • 5 Year Limited Warranty


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      ITEM: GKOFDG11120W27VDDKDPYKB77

      Regular price$229.19

      $190.99

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      LED Flood Light, 40W, 6000 Lumens, 120-277V, CCT Selectable, Dark Bronze

      • Brand: GKOLED
      • Wattage: 40W
      • Voltage: 120-277V
      • CCT Selectable / Lumens:
        • 3000K / 5,700Lm
        • 4000K / 6,000Lm
        • 5000K / 5,800Lm
      • 0-10V Dimming
      • Rated for ambient operating temperature -40˚F to 104˚F (-40˚C to 40˚C)
      • Finish: Dark Bronze
      • Integrated Photocell and Photocell Cap
      • Listings: DLC Premium, UL Listed, Wet Locations
      • 5 Year Limited Warranty


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      ITEM: GKOFDG1140W27VDDKDPKNB77

      Regular price$107.99

      $89.99

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      LED Flood Light, 27W, 3800 Lumens, 120-277V, CCT Selectable, Dark Bronze

      • Brand: GKOLED
      • Wattage: 27W
      • Voltage: 120-277V
      • CCT Selectable / Lumens:
        • 3000K / 3,500Lm
        • 4000K / 3,800Lm
        • 5000K / 3,600Lm
      • 0-10V Dimming
      • Rated for ambient operating temperature -40˚F to 104˚F (-40˚C to 40˚C)
      • Finish: Dark Bronze
      • Integrated Photocell and Photocell Cap
      • Listings: DLC Premium, UL Listed, Wet Locations
      • 5 Year Limited Warranty
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      ITEM: GKOFDG1127W27VDDKDPKNB77

      Regular price$79.19

      $65.99

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      LED Architectural Flood Light with 1/2" Knuckle, Selectable Wattage 15/20/30/50W, 3000K, 4000K, or 5000K, 120-277V

      • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
      • Selectable Wattage: 15/20/30/50W
      • Voltage: 120-277
      • CRI: >82
      • CCT / Lumens:
        • 15W:
          • 3000K = 2180
          • 4000K = 2250
          • 5000K = 2300
        • 20W: 
          • 3000K = 2800
          • 4000K = 2900
          • 5000K = 3000
        • 30W:
          • 3000K = 4050
          • 4000K = 4200
          • 5000K = 4300
        • 50W:
          • 3000K = 6300
          • 4000K = 6500
          • 5000K = 6700
      • Life: 50,000 hours
      • Replaces 150 watt MH
      • Listings: UL, IP65, DLC
      • 5 year warranty
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      ITEM: LFX-MD-15-50W-30K-KN

      Regular price$92.39

      $74.74

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      LED Architectural Flood Light with 1/2" Knuckle, 15 watt, 3000K, 4000K, or 5000K, 120-277V

      • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
      • Wattage: 15
      • Voltage: 120-277
      • CRI: >82
      • CCT: 3000K, 4000K, or 5000K
      • Lumens: 1950
      • Life: 50,000 hours
      • 90° Adjustable 1/2" Knuckle Mount
      • Listings: UL, IP65, DLC
      • 7 year warranty
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      ITEM: LFX-XS-15W-30K-KN

      Regular price$41.99

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      LED Bullet Landscape Flood Light, 6 Watt, 450 Lumens, 12V, 2700K, 3000K, 4000K or 5000K CCT, Knuckle Mount

      • Brand: Westgate Manufacturing
      • Knuckle Mounted
      • Wattage: 6W
      • Voltage: 12V
      • CCT: 2700K, 3000K, 4000K, or 5000K
      • Lumens:
        • 2700K/3000K: 400LM
        • 4000K/5000K: 450LM
      • CRI: >80
      • Life: 50,000 hours
      • Beam Angle: 45
      • Listings: UL, IP67, Wet Locations
      • 1 year warranty



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      ITEM: LF12-6W-27K-KN

      Regular price$27.59

      $25.74

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      Economy LED Flood Light, 15 watt, 120-277V

      • Brand: WareLight Select
      • Wattage: 15
      • Voltage: 120-277
      • Color Temp: 5000K
      • CRI: 70
      • Lumens: 2000
      • Finish: Dark Bronze
      • Life: 100,000 hours
      • Dimmable: No
      • Listings: DLC Premium, cULus, Wet Locations
      • Warranty: 5 years
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        ITEM: MFD0815W27V50KDB76KN

        Regular price$51.59

        $42.99

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        About LED Flood Lighting

        With this type of lighting, you get reliable performance and powerful illumination where you need it most. We offer a range of spotlights and flood lights to help you properly illuminate important areas. With a range of options available on matters such as number of lights, wattage, voltage, color temperature, and more, it is easier than ever to find the right solution. Our selection of lights even comes equipped with helpful design components in select models, such as motion-activated technology, to help save on lighting costs for illumination that is only on when you truly need it. One of the most popular types of lighting sold, our selection of motion-activated lighting is great for walkways, backdoors, and other areas needing extra light at night. The sensors on the motion-activated lighting can be adjusted to varying degrees depending on the location while offering light for up to 45 feet and quick time delays of 30 seconds for a lighting option that can save on efficiency.

        Our inventory features high powered flood lights constructed with exceptional quality of design and durable materials including options made with aluminum and polycarbonate. Many of the spotlights shown can be wall-mounted or eave mounted for an easy installation.

        From big, powerful stadium lights to smaller solutions, we have something for any need in our inventory of top-rated brands. For a great way to illuminate certain areas and draw attention to landscaping, cars, or visual appeal, our selection of shoebox flood lights can make any location less of a target for criminals. We even offer mini flood lights perfect for tighter or smaller spaces in need of less illumination. Whether looking for a complete package or simply flood light mounting brackets, find it all right here to discover the difference high-quality lighting can make in your location today.

        At Warehouse-Lighting.com, we are here to help you find the perfect lighting solution for your location. If you have any questions or need assistance, please ask one of our friendly lighting experts today.

        Frequently Asked Questions

        What are Flood lights?

        Flood lights direct a beam of light to illuminate a specific place or area, often as bright as daylight, and call attention to it. They can have a wide spread of light, like street or stadium lights or more narrow beams, like stage or show lights. Here are some examples of what various type of flood lights look like:

        Where are Flood lights used?

        Flood lights serve many purposes. These lights can be very powerful, lighting the outside of buildings and outdoor sports fields or smaller and architectural, accenting a home's exterior or garden. They may be installed on poles or rooftops to light up walkways, streets and parking lots. This helps to keep areas safe and help to reduce accidents, such as slips and falls. They can be located at ground level and shine on the side of a structure to highlight the buildings features. They may also be used indoors, in applications from arenas to stages. Here are some typical applications:

        What are the different types of Flood lights?

        There are a number of different types of flood lights. These include metal-halide, sodium-vapor and LED. There are advantages and disadvantages to both. For example, traditional metal-halide and sodium-vapor lights are often inexpensive to purchase initially, but don't last as long and use more energy. LED fixtures may require a larger investment up-front, but offer extremely long life and greater energy efficiency.

        LOW WATTAGE (50-200 WATTS)

        HIGH WATTAGE (250-500 WATTS)

        What are the benefits of LED Flood lights?

        Flood lights offer many benefits. The fixtures often made of die-cast metal and have a poly carbonate lens protecting the LED diodes. These fixtures are ruggedly built and often rated for outdoor installation. LED lights turn on instantly and do not need time to warm up, even in cold temperatures. These lights are very efficient and do not lose energy to excessive heat. This also allows the fixture to be cool to the touch.