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How to Decorate With Solar Lights Outdoors

Decorating with solar lights not only enhances the look of your lawn or garden but also serves a functional purpose. They put off enough light for you to see whenever you need to be outside after dark. This prevents falls and deters intruders. The many different sizes and designs available are perfect for any home. Solar lights are the best solution when you need outside lights but want to reduce the carbon footprint they leave behind.

Instructions

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      Study your lawn to determine how many solar lights you'll need based on the size of your lawn or garden. Also consider where you want the lights to be placed, along with how large you want the lights to be.

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      Purchase the solar lights from a hardware store near you or order them from an online source. Before ordering, make sure you check the size of the lights to ensure that they will be suitable for your needs.

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      Create a design that enhances your lawn or garden with the lights. They can be placed along walkways, driveways, the edge of the garden or scattered throughout the lawn.

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      Place the solar lights around pool areas, decks and stairways to light the path and make it easier to maneuver through these areas at night. This is especially useful when you have guests over for barbecues and other get-togethers.