What to Consider When Choosing the Best Solar String Lights

What to Consider When Choosing the Best Solar String Lights

To create an inviting, illuminated outdoor space, consider the size and shape of the bulbs, as well as brightness and color. 

A weather-resistant design, a lengthy cord, and remote or app control features can make outdoor solar-powered string lights

safer and easier to use, as well.

Style and Shape
Solar string light bulbs are available in a variety of styles and shapes, which can give the strands a unique aesthetic. Globe bulbs,

Edison bulbs, lantern bulbs, fairy lights, and rope lights are particularly popular:

Globe: Globe bulbs are typically for decorative purposes. These spherical bulbs come in a range of sizes and are commonly seen 

in hanging pendants, modern chandeliers, and outdoor string lights. Their classic style is timeless and suits a range of different 

outdoor decor setups, from angular modern seating areas to cozy bohemian patios. Globe bulbs can add a touch of glamour and 

charm to an outdoor space.

Edison: Edison bulbs are designed to look like Thomas Edison’s original invention. These traditional incandescent bulbs feature a 

warm, glowing appearance, thanks to their visible internal filaments. The oval-like shape and ambient glow can give your outdoor 

space a vintage look. Modern LED Edison-style bulbs feature this classic light bulb look but with an energy-saving LED design.

Lantern: Lantern bulbs usually feature standard outdoor string lights covered with a lantern made of paper, plastic, nylon, or

tarpaulin (a durable and waterproof material that resembles canvas). Lanterns come in different colors, patterns, and shapes. 

These fun patio light options can help create a themed or festive atmosphere.

Fairy: Fairy lights can make a backyard look like a magical escape. The tiny bulbs are usually no larger than a grain of rice and

resemble fireflies shimmering on a wire. These are ideal for background lighting, and users can create a pretty effect by draping

strands of fairy lights over tree branches, in bushes, or along a fence.

Rope: Rope lights are essentially mini bulbs encased in a transparent cover to protect them from the elements. Often made with

LED bulbs, rope lights are great for winding between deck posts, hanging from fences, or illuminating garden spaces.

Size
When choosing a bulb size, consider the available outdoor space, ease of installation, and desired look. Small bulbs are a good

pick for small outdoor spaces: They won’t overpower the space or other outdoor decorations. They’re generally more subtle, 

providing gentle background lighting. They provide less light and are commonly chosen for decorative purposes.


Large bulbs are more striking and offer a bolder look. Their larger size can provide more direct illumination. They are generally 

brighter and are well suited for larger spaces that need more lighting. Large decorative bulbs, like globe bulbs and Edison bulbs,

can make a style statement.


Brightness
Lumens measure the amount of light output from a bulb—the more lumens, the brighter the bulb. Note that lumens should not 

be confused with wattage: Wattage measures how much power a bulb consumes and not necessarily how bright a light appears. 

When deciding on bulb brightness, take into account the desired lighting effect.


Solar string light bulbs can range from 5 to over 100 lumens per bulb. Users often choose string lights for their glowy appearance

rather than their brightness, so lower lumens often do just fine to set the mood.


Color Temperature
Lighting color temperature is measured using the Kelvin temperature scale (K). This scale measures how warm or cool the lighting 

appears. Lower numbers on the Kelvin scale look warmer, and higher numbers look cooler.


Most home lighting falls between 2,000 K and 6,000 K. Bulbs around 2,700 K have a cozy, warm white color with a yellow hue, 

while bulbs over 5,000 K offer stark, crisp lighting with a blue hue.


Warm lighting makes a space look more cozy and inviting, while cool lighting can appear harsh, especially at night. For this reason, 

warmer bulbs are generally preferred for ambient outdoor lighting.


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