Scandinavian Outdoor Post Lights

Scandinavian Outdoor Post Lights Canada – Minimal Driveway & Path Lighting

Scandinavian-style outdoor post lights apply Nordic design principles — minimal form, honest materials, weather-resistant construction — to driveways, garden paths, and property entries. Cylindrical lanterns in matte black, simple globe-on-post configurations, and clean geometric forms in powder-coated steel suit homes with timber cladding, white facades, and restrained landscaping.

Explore the full outdoor post lights collection, or see SNOC for Quebec-made exterior fixtures.

All products are priced in Canadian dollars with free shipping on orders over $199 CAD.

Placement & Spacing

Driveway Entries

Posts at roughly 84 to 96 inches above grade with a compact lantern create a composed series when spaced 10 to 15 feet apart along a drive.

Garden Paths

Shorter posts of roughly 42 to 60 inches illuminate the walking surface without competing with surrounding plantings.

Weather Ratings

Post lights are fully exposed, so they generally require a Wet location rating. Confirm the specific fixture’s rating on its spec sheet, and choose durable finishes for freeze-thaw and road-salt exposure.

Brands in This Collection

Fixtures from Modern Forms, WAC Lighting, SNOC, and Eglo.

Scandinavian Outdoor Post Light FAQs

How tall should a post light be?

Driveway and entry posts commonly stand 84 to 96 inches above grade. Garden path posts are shorter, roughly 42 to 60 inches, so light falls on the walking surface rather than into sightlines.

How far apart should post lights be spaced?

Along a driveway, roughly 10 to 15 feet apart gives even coverage without dark gaps. Along a garden path, tighter spacing of 6 to 10 feet suits lower fixtures.

Do these include the post?

Some post lights include a matching post; many are sold as the head only so you can pair them with a post of the right height. Check the individual product page and confirm the fitter size matches your post.

What weather rating do post lights need?

Because they’re fully exposed, post lights generally require a Wet location rating. Confirm the specific fixture’s rating on its spec sheet before installing.

Are dusk-to-dawn options available?

Some post lights include or accept a photocell that switches the fixture on at dark and off at dawn. Availability varies by model — check the product page.

Where can I buy Scandinavian outdoor post lights in Canada?

Montreal Lighting & Hardware carries them online and at our Mount-Royal showroom (5670 Paré Street, Quebec, H4P 2M2). We ship Canada-wide at CAD prices with free shipping on orders over $199. Call (514) 416-2013.