About Us
Mission Statement
We help you build a warm, dark‑sky‑friendly night garden that actually works all year. ShadeSmart Solar turns four‑season, field testing into clear recommendations—so your paths are safe, your plants glow, and your neighbors sleep.
Our Brand Story
ShadeSmart Solar was born after too many “5‑star” solar lights failed in real weather—dim by November, dead after a week of clouds, and blinding to everyone except the plants we wanted to highlight. We set out to verify what lasts through shade, rain, snow, and short winter days by testing lights the way you’ll actually use them: under trees, along salty sidewalks, beside sprinklers, and through real seasons at different latitudes.
Today, we combine hands‑on outdoor trials with clear, dark‑sky‑first optics guidance. We favor warm CCT (2700–3000K or amber), shielded beams, replaceable batteries, robust panels, and durable materials. Our goal is simple: buy once, get years of dependable, beautiful light with minimal light pollution.
What We Stand For
- Field truth over lab hype: real runtime logs, seasonal performance, shade and winter indices.
- Dark‑sky stewardship: controlled beam spread, glare reduction, and neighbor‑safe cutoffs.
- Longevity: replaceable batteries, serviceable parts, and corrosion‑resistant builds.
- Clarity: true lumens, panel wattage, battery chemistry, IP ratings, and honest trade‑offs.
How We Help You
We organize picks by use case and climate—paths, beds, steps, accent, shaded zones, and snowbelt—so you can choose quickly with confidence. Every recommendation includes placement tips, maintenance notes, and expected runtime after consecutive cloudy days.
Our Team
- Lighting Designer & Dark‑Sky Advocate: Shapes warm, shielded optics and beam control for comfort and safety.
- Solar Systems Technician: Validates charging performance, battery health, and panel efficiency in variable weather.
- Landscape/Horticulture Specialist: Aligns light placement with plant health and nighttime ecology.
- Test Coordinator & Data Analyst: Runs long‑term trials across seasons and latitudes, translating data into plain‑English picks.
We’re here to earn your trust with transparent testing and recommendations that respect your yard, your time, and your night sky.