Rope lights are essentially mini bulbs encased in a transparent cover to protect them from the elements. Each bulb screws into a socket with an extended gasket that seals off exterior moisture from the internal socket connections.

Dropping the string of lights on the concrete from head height didn’t faze them—no cracks and just one tiny scuff that might have already been there. 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. Each strand of 25 Globe lights string has endtoend connections, so you can cover large areas with 2 strings.Then contact your credit card company, it may take some time before your refund is officially posted.

The plastic bulbs are durable and resist breaking, and the LED filament uses less electricity than the incandescent alternative. These light are very much practical and reasonable, and doesnt gives off the vibes of overdo and melodramatic. Second, make sure the product is water-resistant (or waterproof—even spots under a porch or gazebo roof can grow damp in bad weather). The acrylic globe lights are as clear as glass, and the LED filaments emit a warm, goldish-yellow luminosity.To calculate the overall star rating and percentage breakdown by star, we don’t use a simple average. They are much more densely spaced than the larger Edison-style lights, offering 25 bulbs in 25 feet. For the ones advertised as being waterproof, we left them out in a rainstorm or (for those under the umbrella and covered patio) sprayed them with water. The bedroom doesn’t have to be dark for the string lights to be useful, they can easily do their job during the day as well!

One of the main factors to consider with these lights is whether you need more than 75 feet of overall length. String light bulbs are available in a variety of styles and shapes, which can give the strands a unique aesthetic. Overall, a heavy-duty cord, plastic bulbs, LED lights, and weatherproof sockets will make the most durable lights.Lights like the Brightown Outdoor G40 come with a clip built into each bulb that makes for quick, no-fuss installation. The lights come with a compact solar panel with various mounting options — stake it in the ground, screw it to a wall, or clip it to an existing structure.

They will add a warm and festive touch, and lend a cheerful atmosphere to your holiday parties and similar occasions. Generally, our testers preferred the warmer incandescent light quality or at least the LEDs that were on the warmer side. Because they are cooler to the touch, there are LED patio lights made with plastic bubs—meaning they won’t easily shatter if dropped.Hanging bulbs are the most popular style to snatch, but there are also twinkling light strings and waterfall-style backyard string lights that will impress your guests… or you. Like the other Brightown set, these string lights are dimmable—we connected them to a dimmer cord and took them down to barely a glow. The tight, one-foot spacing of the bulbs (25 in 25 feet), warm and cozy incandescent light, and easy hanging clips make this the tried-and-true outdoor lighting staple.