LED BARN LIGHT SCARBOROUGH
LED barn-style lighting combines authentic rural aesthetics with modern energy efficiency. Whether for a working farm, an outbuilding, or a residential property with an industrial-rustic look, specialized LED solutions meet the demands of weather-exposed, extreme-condition environments.
Gooseneck RLM Fixtures — The Iconic Rural Look, Modernized
The curved-arm gooseneck fixture is the hallmark of traditional barn lighting. Modern LED versions reproduce this design with far superior performance. Paired with LED wall packs, they deliver powerful, adjustable facade illumination. Matte black or oil-rubbed bronze finishes integrate naturally with aged wood siding, corrugated metal, or heritage brick. A 4000K (neutral white) colour temperature provides excellent visibility for yard activities while maintaining a warm, welcoming feel.
Facade Wall Packs — Perimeter Security Lighting
LED wall packs mounted high on barn facades provide broad security lighting covering loading zones, garage doors, and access points. With an output of 3,000 to 6,000 lumens depending on the model, a single wall pack can cover a radius of 20 to 30 feet. Choose models with an integrated motion sensor to reduce consumption during inactive hours. A 50,000-hour rated life minimizes at-height replacements — an important consideration for agricultural buildings.
Photocell — Dusk-to-Dawn Automation
Outdoor LED floodlights with a built-in photocell turn on automatically at sunset and off at dawn without any manual intervention. This automation is essential for barns and outbuildings where no one is present to flip a switch. Photocells outperform time-clock timers because they adjust automatically to the seasonal change in daylight duration. Some models combine a photocell with a motion detector for maximum efficiency.
IP65 Rating — Built for Extreme Conditions
In agricultural environments, lighting faces hay dust, liquid splashes, winter frost, and extreme humidity swings. LED high bays and LED canopy fixtures with IP65 or IP66 ratings are purpose-built for these conditions. Die-cast aluminum housings resist corrosion and freeze-thaw cycles, unlike plastic housings that become brittle over time. Also check the operating temperature range: models rated to -40°C are recommended for northern Quebec regions.
Technical Tips — LED Barn and Barn-Style Lighting
- Colour temperature: 4000K–5000K for maximum visibility in work areas
- Protection rating: IP65 minimum, IP66 recommended for agricultural environments
- Light output: 3,000–6,000 lm per fixture depending on the area to cover
- Rated life: 50,000 hours minimum to reduce at-height replacements
- Automation: photocell + motion sensor to optimize energy consumption
- Temperature range: -40°C to +50°C for Quebec climate conditions
Contact LEDCO to plan lighting for your barn or agricultural building — we will select fixtures matched to your specific operating conditions.

