If the lights are covered in shades ensure that the material is suitable for outside and won t be damaged by the elements.
How to put christmas lights outside uk.
Regardless of whether you prefer simple and subtle or bright and bold it s not just about the style.
If this is your first time in the world of lighting especially connectable lights then it can be a little confusing to begin with.
With some patience and a bit of creativity you ll have a house that outshines all the others.
Time to deck the halls walls mantles and trees and best of all hang up the christmas lights.
Use the bottom part of the s as a hook to string the wire of lights on.
It s also a chance to show off your house a little.
Make sure that your lights are suitable for outdoor use.
Firstly check the lights are suitable for outdoor use and then locate your nearest power supply if the distance from plug to socket is longer than the length of your lead wire make sure you buy an extension lead and a weatherproof extension lead enclosure if.
Outdoor christmas lights to bring gardens streets buildings trees shops and businesses to life.
Pick the right lights.
Got the outside christmas lights up.
To hang your christmas lights outside without nails try using plastic hooks and clips for a simple way to make your home look festive.
All of our outdoor lights are weatherproof meaning that they re safe to use and that your festive display will last for the whole christmas period.
If you build a christmas village t.
Our outdoor christmas lights are designed to withstand rain and wind with thicker cabling and weatherproofed bulbs.
Follow our guide below for an easy way to hang christmas lights on a house and you should be fine.
If you decide to use hooks purchase s shaped gutter hooks and hang them by pressing the top part of the s into the gutter.
Designer monica mangin from the weekender shows how to create your d.