11 Easy Ways to Light a Stairway without an Electrical Outlet

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Is your stairway feeling a little dark and gloomy? Even if you don’t have an electrical outlet nearby, there are tons of wireless lighting options that can work for you. Plus, finding one you like is actually easier than you’d think. Read through this article to learn everything you need to know about lighting your stairway, even when there’s no electrical outlet in sight.

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Wireless Sconce

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    Check out some of the most popular wireless sconces , then pick out a few that you like. Install the batteries and attach them to the wall with screws for an easy way to add overhead lighting without wiring. [1]
    • Depending on how long your stairway is, you'll probably want at least 2 or 3 sconces.
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Puck Lights

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    Puck lights are circular lights that give off a warm, white light—and since they’re battery-operated, there’s no need for an electrical outlet nearby. Simply use the adhesive tape or a few small screws to attach them to your wall, and enjoy a lit-up staircase in no time. [2]
    • Most puck lights come with remotes, so you can turn them on or off from afar.
    • Over time battery powered puck lights tends to dim and fade.
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Wireless LED Motion Sensor Lights

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    Don’t want to deal with turning lights on and off? Buy some battery-operated LED motion sensor lights . Use adhesive strips or screws to attach them to your walls, then wait for someone to walk by. [3]
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Wireless LED Ceiling Lights

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    Ceiling lights are sleek and slim, so they won’t be super noticeable. Just attach the lights to the ceiling above your staircase with the included screws, then use the remote to turn them on! [4]
    • A lot of wireless ceiling lights are also motion sensors, so you won’t have to worry about manually turning them on or off.
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Wireless Spotlights

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    Use a few spotlights to highlight your stairway. If you’re looking to light up a specific spot along your stairway (maybe a painting or a gallery wall), then these little lights are for you! Simply attach them to your wall with adhesive tape, then point them in the direction you’d like them to go. [5]
    • A lot of battery-powered spotlights come with remotes, and you can usually set them on timers, too.
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Wireless Light Bar

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    Use slim, sleek wireless light bar to light up the treads of your stairs. Attach it to the underside of your stairs with its included magnetic installation strip, then switch it on. Your staircase will be bathed in glowing white light from underneath each step. [6]
    • Try getting a light bar for each step to light your entire staircase.
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Battery-Operated Lamp

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    If you have larger stairs that can accommodate a few lamps, pick out your favorite cordless lamps in a few different sizes and styles. Then, set them on tables near the bottom and top of your stairway to provide some light as you walk up and down.
    • Depending on how big your stairway is, you may need to buy 3 to 5 lamps to light the whole thing.
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Fairy Lights

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    Use an outlet at the top or bottom of your stairs for some fairy lights. Simply plug in your lights, then wrap them around the banister along your staircase. Bigger bulbs give off more light, while smaller bulbs give off a more subtle, glowy light. [7]
    • Don’t have a banister? Add 5 or 6 nails to the wall along your staircase, then hang the fairy lights off of them.
    • If you want more light, go for globe lights instead.
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Flameless Candles

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    Want your home to look classic, but still bright? Buy a dozen of these battery-powered candles , then set them on the stairs in your stairwell. Your guests will love the warm, cozy glow these fake candles give off (and best of all, there’s no fire hazard!). [8]
    • For an even more retro feel, try putting flameless candles inside of vintage lanterns.
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Wireless Picture Light

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    If you’re using your staircase as a gallery wall, these picture lights are the perfect hack. Simply install a wireless picture light above each picture frame using adhesive tape. Adjust the brightness and the temperature of the lights to perfectly match the vibe in your home. [9]
    • A lot of wireless picture lights come with remotes, so you can adjust them from across the room.

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      2. ↑ https://www.apartmenttherapy.com/10-affordable-easy-ways-to-add-lighting-to-a-closet-without-wiring-190664
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      6. ↑ https://www.homestratosphere.com/types-of-interior-stairway-lighting/
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      9. ↑ https://www.youtube.com/watch?t=100&v=d7uyDAgPTNM&feature=youtu.be

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