Clip off the excess plastic.
How to hang globe string lights outside.
First anchor vertical wooden poles in heavy planters filled with cement placing the vessels around the patio s perimeter.
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I have also learned the hard way over the years how to hang outdoor lights and what works best for securing them tips for draping the lights and securing the connections.
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Let them hang a little loosely so they can give a little under the strain of the outdoor elements.
Then add each of the individual measurements together.
But the zip ties came with the lights and i figured the extra support wouldn t hurt.
For maximum support use a zip tie on either side of each socket in lieu of using the loop on the socket.
After the guide wires are installed you re ready to hang your string lights.
Install a hook into each tree at the marked spot.
Hang your lights on the hooks mounted to the posts.
Mike thought this was overkill and honestly he was probably right.
Drill guide holes on the trees where you want to hang the lights.
1 remove glass bulbs before hanging.
Start at the end where you plug in your lights and use a zip tie to secure the first bulb to the eye hook to keep the strand in place.
Mark the spots on the trees and drill guide holes.
Work your way across the yard to hang the string lights between mounts following the pattern you envisioned.
Round up the number you get to the nearest 1 2 ft 0 15 m and write it down on a pad of paper.
This will tell you the total distance you ll need to cover.
Then secure each light to the cable using zip ties remember how many you counted in the previous step.
Building a freestanding frame for string lights is easy.
Tips for hanging outdoor string lights.
Use this guide to learn how to hang outdoor string lights in various of spaces around your home.
When the frames are completely secure install screw hooks and string the lights across the poles.
Keep the plug near the outlet and string the lights from post to post.
Plug the lights directly into an exterior outlet or into an outdoor extension cord and position the first bulb next to the mounting hardware.
Sturdy coated and hidden up in the rafters.
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Climb a ladder and stretch a tape measure along each section of the overhanging structure where you plan on hanging lights.
With your supports mounted it s time to hang your lights.
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