Patio String Lights : An Ornamental Savior7063541

Patio string lights are offered in a variety of styles and colors, because they are not just for patios anymore. These lights are also be able to brighten up a deck, add a party atmosphere to a RV, or possibly even illuminate a doorway for the holidays. There are several steps involved in deciding on the best lights for your illumination requirements; fortunately, none of these steps are physically exhausting.

Garden string lights  are offered in different lengths, which are differentiated by light bulb count. The mantra is roughly a single light per foot, so a 12 string light is about 12 feet long. Some of the larger lights is usually as far as 2 feet apart, however usually the one foot rule applies. When shopping for a set of patio lights, try your best to add a good amount of length to cover the entire area you wish to illuminate. Do this by physically measuring the length of the vicinity.

Number two, there are numerous styles and motifs to choose from. Holiday illumination, special event illumination, or simply plain old summertime cookout lighting is available. With so many lights readily available, it is easy to choose many different themes for your lighting requirements. Do not forget when you are shopping for these lights to purchase additional light bulbs as well, as string lights work better when all of the bulbs are working; otherwise, if a single bulb does not work, none of the string will work either.

Once you have decided on the length and the pattern, then it is time to install the string lighting. Normally, you do not want to make this a permanent installation, hence consider methods that will not harm the edifice you are lighting. A staple gun works well fine-easily removed, small holes, and quick. Nailing the lights to the structure is more of a permanent setting, and really should be prevented if you do not wish to leave the lights up all year round.

Any time you're attaching the lights with a staple gun, make sure you do not staple through the power supply or any wires. This can make the wires short out, and burn out your string before getting an opportunity to turn them on. It can also lead to a fire, which is deadly. Follow manufacturer's guidelines when hanging lights to reduce risk.

Another good rule of thumb on these lights is to remember they are not really set up for permanent use. Find ones that have "cool bulb" technology in an effort to decrease fire risk. Since most of the decorative globes are produced from plastic, long term lights need to have this technology, or jeopardize melting the plastic globe or overheating the wires. Evaluate the safety measures on the package carefully.

Last but not least, patio string lights  offer you many years of brightness provided you take care of them. Bring them in during stormy weather, since most of them might not be water resistant. Do not leave them on overnight, and when you take them down, try not to stress the wires. This will make the lights get through almost forever.