Let the Sunshine In: How Deako Lighting Makes the First Day of Summer Even Brighter

When Summer Shifts, Deako Adapts

The first day of summer marks more than a change in season—it’s a shift in how we live. Mornings start earlier, evenings run longer, and life moves outdoors. Think backyard BBQs, patio hangouts, and late-night porch chats.

Summer changes how we use our homes, and our lighting needs to keep up. What worked in winter now needs to be more flexible—brighter when needed, softer when not, and smart enough to adapt. That’s where Deako comes in.

Deako isn’t just lighting—it’s a system built to adapt to the way you live, especially during seasons when routines loosen up and flexibility is everything. Whether you’re welcoming guests, tackling projects in the garage, or just trying to keep up with the energy of long summer days, Deako makes your home more responsive, intuitive, and ready for whatever the season brings.

Smarter Lighting, Easier Living: Why Deako Was Made for Summer

Summer is the season of movement—early risers catching the cool morning air, kids darting from room to room, evenings that fade into night before you even realize it. And Deako’s smart lighting features are designed to keep up with that flow.

Sunrise and Sunset Schedules automatically adjust your lighting based on the day’s changing hours—no manual tweaks needed. Your porch lights can come on right at dusk, and your hallway lights can ease on just as the sun begins to rise. It’s peace of mind and added security, without lifting a finger.

Hosting a summer dinner party or winding down after a beach day? Set the mood instantly with scenes in the Deako app. One tap can dim the lights for movie night or brighten the space for family game time. You can even program those scenes to activate at the same time each day—so your house feels welcoming and consistent, even when your schedule isn’t.

And if you’re headed out of town? Deako’s Vacation Mode lets you schedule lights to turn on and off at random intervals, making it look like someone’s home while you’re away.

These smart features are only available when using Deako Smart Switches, which unlock the full power of the Deako app and automation tools.

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Summer also means more traffic in and out of the house—and more opportunities to leave the lights on. With motion sensors, your laundry room, garage, or entryway lights turn on only when someone’s there and off when the space is empty. It’s a smart way to save energy while keeping your home functional.

The Deako Simple Timer Switch is a game-changer for summer routines. With preset countdown options from 5 to 60 minutes, it’s ideal for automatically turning off bathroom fans after a post-beach rinse or lights in areas like garages, laundry rooms, or hallways that often get forgotten. Just press the button for your desired time—no need for an app or Wi-Fi. It’s a simple, energy-saving solution that keeps your home running efficiently while you focus on enjoying the season.

Best of all, Deako’s modular system makes it easy to change your setup as your needs evolve. No electrician needed. Want to swap out a standard switch for a dimmer in the dining room? Pop it out and plug in a new one in seconds. You can customize your lighting room by room, based on how you use your home in the summer—and switch it up again when the seasons change.

Ready to light your home your way this summer?

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Simple Timer

Save energy and your peace of mind with a switch that turns off on its own.

Best for:
  • Bathroom –  Stop babysitting the bathroom fan or lights. Just choose a 10-, 30-, or 60-min timer and they’ll turn off automatically 
  • Hallways – move safely around the house at night or for a late snack without turning on the lights
  • Attic, Garage, Closets – Install it anywhere you or others in the family tend to forget to turn off the lights

Simple Nightlight

Add a subtle glow to a dark room for added safety and security with this easy-to-find switch.
Best for:
  • Children’s bedroom – ease kids’ worries with a warm LED light that would spook any bogeyman
  • Hallways – move safely around the house at night or for a late snack without turning on the lights
  • Bathrooms – subtle lighting is easy on groggy eyes during late night bathroom trips

Simple Dimmer

Adjust the brightness of your lights and create your desired ambiance with a simple, tactile slide dimmer.

Best for:
  • Dining Room – set the ambiance for a nice meal
  • Bedrooms – wind down with dim lighting before sleep
  • Multi-use spaces – set the tone depending on activity

Smart Switch

The utility player that sets your home up for safety and convenience.

Best for:
  • Outdoor Lights – sunrise/sunset schedule
  • Hallway/Stairs – schedules or timers so you don’t trip in the dark!
  • Kids Rooms – set timers so they don’t get left on.

Smart Dimmer

The luxury choice that combines smart lighting automation with remote and tactile dimming for ultimate control.
Best for:
  • Open concept living/dining/kitchen – you need them everywhere!
  • Bedroom – wind down or wake up gradually with adjustable lighting
  • Master bath – No aggressively bright lights for middle-of-the-night trips

Motion Sensor Switch

The simple switch with smart capabilities, this energy-saving and efficient switch detects motion to trigger lights for simple automation.

Best for:

  • Laundry room – lights come on automatically when hands are full
  • Garage – no fumbling for lights when taking out the garbage
  • Pantry – never forget to turn out the lights after grabbing a snack
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