Get into the spirit of the season and hang Christmas lights on various trees around your home. RDK Landscaping expert helpful advice on when and how to best install and store it.
Timing is everything
Please schedule your installation time in advance to avoid cold weather and additional risks the ground is frozen or covered in snow ( Wonder, How are you going to remove snow on a drive way? Here are some tips. ). Late fall is ideal for hanging Christmas lights after deciduous trees lose their leaves and before outdoor temperatures drop.
What type of lighting is best?
To avoid damage, electrical problems, and injury, make sure your lights are certified for outdoor use. LED lighting is a preferred choice because it is more energy efficient than incandescent lights have a long lifespan and a variety of color options. Find the light bulb at least 6 to 8 inches apart to provide more light over a larger area.
How to hang Christmas lights
You will need:
- ➢ Ladder
- ➢ Outdoor lighting
- ➢ Outdoor extension cord with ground circuit breaker protection for electric shock
- ➢ Twine and/or gardener’s tape
Plan ahead
Decide how many lights you need and what type of look you want to achieve. White is a good choice. If you want to light up all year round, strands of different colors or solid colors add some ambience season. If you use colored light bulbs, choose a color that matches the exterior of your home. Use the integrated palette.
Choose your tree
Plan how many lights to buy and choose the best trees in your yard to achieve your goal. Start with a focal point, which may be the tallest tree or an interestingly shaped tree. Work from there, select additional trees or shrubs to complete the look. Be mindful of your proximity to power source.
Lighting test
To avoid wasting time with a damaged or burned-out installation, check each light strand before heading outdoors.
Find an assistant
Make safety, top priority and find an assistant to help stabilize the ladder as climb up to reach higher branches.
Start from the bottom
The best way to hang Christmas lights is to start by securing an extension cord to the base of the tree from bottom to top. To avoid overload, limit the number of strands in the tree to three. For a more sophisticated look, wrap it around the trunk first and work your way up. The spacing between each loop is also constant.
Safe lighting
Use twine, garden tape, or thread, or use twine or garden tape to secure the ends of the lights. Do not use power cords that may cause damage or injury.
Storage tips
You can save time and hassle by following these storage tips.
Wrap the light around a plastic hanger from end to end and tie the tail end to the hanger ring.
Using sturdy cardboard, place the notch on one side. From there, the lighting packaging begins. Continue along the length of the cardboard, tucking the ends in when you’re done.
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