Outdoor String Lighting: Everything You Need To Know

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Outdoor string lighting can be the perfect touch when decorating for a party, special occasion, or just to spruce up an area. Many people think string lights look cheap or tacky, a lot of times because they have seen them over-used or they have seen low quality lights. However, if you buy the right type of light and install them correctly, they can really add something special to your space.

There are many things you can do with outdoor patio string lights besides drape them under your awning. String lights can be used in conjunction with existing decorative garden lighting and placed on patios, decks, porches, handrails, and steps.

An increasingly popular form of string lights are LED rope lights. They have a futuristic look and light radiates from inside the colored rope, having a subtle and beautiful look. A great feature of string lights is the variety of themes they are made for. As many people use string lights for themed parties, it is often easier to find themed string lights than permanent decorative lights. Themes include Hawaiian, Halloween, beach, Christmas, Independence Day, weddings, tropical, birthdays, graduations, and gender specific. However, if you are looking for general fixtures to make a permanent change to your outdoor space, many stores offer a wide variety of choices.

Inexpensive string lights aren’t your only option however.  Glass globe outdoor patio string lighting, like these Table in a Bag European cafe style lights, pictured to the right, can give your patios and outdoor areas a unique, professional touch that you won’t find in many other homes. They will cost a little bit more money, but the price is well worth it and they are much cheaper than a traditional landscape lighting set.

Another great option you have for installing these very versatile lights is to install solar string lights. If you install solar powered lights, you won’t even have to place your lights near an electrical outlet!  This gives you a great deal more flexibility in your lighting scheme and lets you add great accent lighting to areas that you otherwise wouldn’t be able to. And this is in addition to using a green power source and saving you significant amount of money on your electrical bills each month!  They’re great for lighting almost any area of your home.

You can buy outdoor string light fixtures at many quality, reputable online dealers. Lights range from circular and sparkly, to colorful shapes. Depending on the number of lights and quality, prices range from $14-$120. Many sites offer price comparisons and make it easy for you to save money. Most lights come in quantities of 100 or more, so it is important to evaluate the space you are decorating before purchasing and see how many you think you will need. Furthermore, although string lights do not generate much heat, it is important to give them space to breathe, ensuring safety and longevity of the lights.  Visit outdoor string lighting or used party tent for further information.