Contact
Subscribe
May 28, 2009 
Solar Garden Lights For Your Home
Versatility
Most people think that lights powered by the sun have to be short, black lights with little solar panels on the top. But the latest lights come in all shapes and sizes. Suppliers are now offering everything from floating pond lights to external panel shed lights that are often used in bus shelter and commercial applications. Lamp post lights, pond lights, umbrella lights, and table lights can all be powered by the sun these days. And the aesthetics are improving as well. From copper and aluminum to earth tones and neon, these lights come in a wide variety of colors to fit any theme.
Brightness
Do you want to add some mood lighting to your backyard without impacting your power bill? Or do you want to light up the barbecue area so you can actually see what you're cooking? Solar garden lights can do both of these things with ease. With a huge variety of bulb brightness and color options, virtually any need can be met with these lights. Usually the brighter the light, the larger the panel needed to power it. The advancement of light emitting diode (LED) bulbs has allowed for wider application of solar lighting. These bulbs use far less energy because they are actually off half the time, they just switch off and on so quickly that you can't see the 'off' phase. So you can power a brighter bulb off a smaller panel since it requires less energy.
Installation
Without a doubt, one of the coolest things about lighting your outdoor spaces with photovoltaic lights is the ease of installation. In fact, its often the main reason why people choose them. Because electric cords are not necessary to power the units, they can be installed very quickly and easily. Many lights are often just stuck directly into the soil or grass and they're done. Others may require some minor drilling and bolting. So set up your lights, let them charge for awhile, and start enjoying your lighted garden!
Choosing the Location
Small garden lights with integrated solar panels need to be exposed to the sunshine of course to absorb the sun's energy. But it doesn't need to be exposed to the sun all day to still shine at night. Many lights need only a couple hours of sunshine to generate a few hours of light at night. Most people don't need lights that burn all night anyway. If you need light in areas that are usually shaded, there are lighting systems with separate panels. These systems can be installed with the bulb housing in the shade and the panel installed nearby but in the sunshine.
Solar Sensors
Nearly all solar lights have electric eyes that tell the light to turn off and on based on daylight. So as soon as the sun goes down the lights turn on and as soon as the sun comes up they turn off. Many have manual controls as well so you can control them yourself.
About the Author
Kriss Bergethon is a solar expert and writer, for more information check out Solar Garden Lights.
Solar Garden Lights
What is the best brand of solar powered garden lights? Where do i get them?
Any brand is good. Just check for voltage (or wattage - I am not sure on this) - they come in different strength. It depends how bright you want the lights to be. Usually you can buy them in garden centres, or DIY stores with garden centre, but these places would usually stock cheep and cheerfull lights. If you want something prittier or desighner stuff (you know, you can get brick-shaped solar lights, then you just incorporate them in your garden path or wall design) then a lighting centre is the place to go. They have loads of them on ebay too, especially in ebay stores.
solar garden light hack
| Account limit of 2000 requests per hour exceeded. |
Compare_______________________________________________
|
|
Solar Animal Turtle LED Solar Garden Light $29.65 This fun solar garden light has a fun turtle statue holding it. Each full charge of this solar light provides up to 8 hours of light at night. |
|
|
Cocker Spaniel Dog LED Solar Garden Light $26.99 The perfect touch of garden art to decorate anywhere a touch of light is needed, this light has a cocker spaniel design. During the day the solar panel converts the sunlight into electricity and recharges the battery, and gives off light at night. |
|
|
Dalmatian LED Solar Garden Light $26.94 The perfect touch of garden art to decorate anywhere a touch of light is needed, this light has a Dalmatian design. During the day the solar panel converts the sunlight into electricity and recharges the battery, and gives off light at night. |
_______________________________________________________
Compare_______________________________________________
|
|
10 Piece Tri-Fecta Solar Lights $19.99 Get ten - that's right, ten - high-quality outdoor solar powered lights! These Westinghouse Tri-Fecta outdoor solar lights let you accent your landscaping, walkways, gardens and more without paying a penny in electricity charges! When you want to transform your yard or garden from ordinary to extraordinary, all you need is this 10-pack of Tri-Fecta solar lights. Each is crafted from durable weather-resistant material and features automatic operation, a patented natural white LED, clear ribbed lens, reflector, and amorphous solar collector that harnesses the sun's energy and transfers it to the rechargeable battery. Comes with pole and ground stake. Lights are 4 3/4 diameter x 16 1/2 height with stake. 1-year limited warranty. |
|
|
10.5 LED Lighted Solar Powered Cherub Angel Outdoor Garden Figure $18.99 LED Solar Powered Cherub Outdoor Garden Figure Item #TG6115 Product Features: Cherubs wings light up with a red light and the crackled globe lights up with a clear light On/off switch on bottom of the figure Lights automatically turn on at dusk and off at dawn Must be placed in an area that receives full sun for at least 8 hours a day to work properly Requires one AA rechargeable battery (included) Run time: 6-8 hours Mono crystalline solar panel Solar panel: 2 volts, 40MA Dimensions: 10.5 H x 3 W x 4.5 D Material(s): plastic/resin/glass |
|
|
10.5 LED Lighted Solar Powered Outdoor Garden Lantern with Flowers $29.99 LED Lighted Solar Powered Lantern Item #XS01642 Inside of lantern features painted metal flowers along with rock and gem accents Product Features: Lights up with 1 clear LED light that shines from the top inside of the lantern On/off switch underneath lid of the lantern Solar panel is located on the top of the lantern Lights automatically turn on at dusk and off at dawn Must be placed in an area that receives full sun for at least 8 hours a day to work properly Requires one AA rechargeable battery (included) Run time: 8-10 hours Dimensions: 10.5 H x 6.25 W x 6.25 D Material(s): glass/metal/resin/plastic |
|
|
11m 60 LED Red Solar Fairy String Lights For Home Party Garden Christmas $6.99 No wiring needed, powered by solar energy.LED light can keep glowing for about 8 hours a night after fully charged during the day Waterproof, suitable for indoor and outdoor use.Note: Panel must be in dark/dim environment for the lights to come on (simply cover the solar panel to turn on light in brighter environment after power is charged) . |
|
|
13.75 H Solar Power Plastic Path Lights (Case of 64) $188.16 Dover plastic solar garden light,size:4.3 W*13.75 High overall. Includes 1 rechargeable AA NiCd battery ,1 white LED. |
|
|
14 Joseph's Studio Solar Powered Bird Bath Angel Outdoor Garden Statue $74.99 From the Garden Statuary Collection by Joseph's Studio Item #62852 Little girl angel sits with a bird perched on her hand and a bird bath in front of her Bird bath bowl lights up with (1) solar powered blue LED rice light Solar panel is located on the back of the statue with an on/off switch Must be placed in a full sun area for 8-10 hours to work properly For indoor/outdoor use Dimensions: 10.75 H x 14 W x 8 D Material(s): resin/stone mix |
_______________________________________________________
Compare_______________________________________________
|
|
Solar lights, solar lawn light, garden light, stainless steel solar garden lights Waterproof $40 Solar lights, solar lawn light, garden light, stainless steel solar garden lights Waterproof |
|
|
stainless Waterproof 4PCS Solar lights,solar lawn light,garden light,Corridor lamp $20.77 Solar lights,solar lawn light,garden light,Corridor lamp stainless Waterproof 4pcs |
|
|
New Grand Garden Solar Landscape Lights Lamp 2 LED $29.99 Description:Solar Garden Lights turns ON at night automaticallySunlight charges batteries during the dayBright light - Garden Lights with 2 superbright white LEDsIllumination time of the LED Garden Lights up to 10 hours after fully chargedGarden Lamp easy to install, no wiring neededGarden stake mountSolar Lights powered by 2 AA batteries (batteries included)Solar Garden Lights is ideal for areas where conventional electrical supply is not availableDimendion: Height: 5 inch, Diameter of the solar panel: 6 inch |
|
|
SOLAR COLOR CHANGING LIGHTS $14.98 Solar-powered color changing lights illuminate your garden or walkway with a rainbow of colors! Lights charge during the day, continuously morph from blue to green, red and yellow at night. On/off sensors automatically turn lights on at dusk, off at dawn. |
|
|
NEW Free Shipping Garden Yard Party Led Solar Lights Automatic Night Lamp Rechargeable $11.47 Garden Yard Party Led Solar Lights Automatic Night Lamp Rechargeable |
|
|
Fusion 16701 2 Count LED Solar Hanging Garden Lights $29.72 Fusion 16701 2 Count LED Solar Hanging Garden Lights Add these beautifully polished 41" stainless steel hanging lanterns add accent lighting to your landscaping. These solar lights feature bright LED's and glass lenses to defuse maximum light. Easy to assemble with no wiring. Fusion 16701 2 Count LED Solar Hanging Garden Lights Features: Hanging garden light Up to 8 hours use on a full charge Turns on automatically at night Includes one rechargeable NI-MH battery each 41" stainless steel poles with metal spikes Polished stainless steel finish with glass lenses 2 count |
_______________________________________________________
Compare_______________________________________________
|
|
Outdoor 11M 36ft Solar Powered 60 LED Fairy String Home Garden Light Christmas $26.99 |
|
|
48 Solar Garden Path Lighting LED Lights Landscape Bright Lamp Outdoor Stake $109.95 |
|
|
Peony Fairy Solar Power Garden Statue -Flowers Light Up $54.95 |
|
|
Garden Outdoor Solar Lawn Light-2144 X6 $24.99 |
|
|
7M Solar Powered 60 LED Yard Garden Outdoor Living Light Waterproof Xmas Tree $26.99 |
|
|
Solar Garden Water Floating Waterproof LED Light Ball $15.00 |
|
|
Solar Power Led Rope light 100 Led Fairy Lights Waterproof Garden Light White $20.99 |
|
|
Christmas LED Solar Powered 11m Fairy String Lights + Garden Spike $26.99 |
|
|
8pcs solar energy supply LED Lighting lamp Garden Light Path Lawn Light $54.80 |
|
|
1 PC Outdoor Garden 3-LED Solar Spot Flood Landscape Light led spotlight lamp $5.70 |
|
|
11M 60 Blue LED Outdoor Yard Garden Tree Decoration Fairy Solar Living Light $26.99 |
|
|
Garden outdoor Solar Lawn Light-2149 X4 $19.99 |
|
|
Garden outdoor Solar Lawn Light-2149 X2 $7.99 |
|
|
Garden 12 Inch Multi-Spot Solar Light-VSE02147 X3 $14.99 |
|
|
Solar LED String Lights snowflake Outdoor Holiday Garden Decorations two pieces $18.99 |
|
|
Garden outdoor Solar Lawn Light-2149 X24 $71.99 |
|
|
Garden Crystal Solar Light figure set-5021 X12 $39.99 |
|
|
1 PC Outdoor Garden 3-LED Solar Spot Flood Landscape Light led spotlight lamp $6.15 |
|
|
16 LED Solar Power Lamp Outdoor Garden Path Wall Light Induction Motion Sensor $14.99 |
|
|
1W 800mAh 16LED Solar Lamp Outdoor Wall Light Lamp Sound Sensor for Road Garden $20.99 |
|
|
Smiling Frog Solar Garden Light $12.99 |
|
|
Lawn Stake Solar snowflake Light Lamp Special two pieces LED Home Garden Light $18.99 |
|
|
Vonsolar Garden 12 Inch Multi-Spot Solar Light-VSE02147 X6 $28.99 |
|
|
1 PC Outdoor Garden 3-LED Solar Spot Flood Landscape Light led spotlight lamp $5.94 |
|
|
4pcs 3 LED Solar Powered Spotlight Landscape Spot Light LED Outdoor Garden Lamp $41.99 |
|
|
Lot of 12 Outdoor Garden Led Solar Path Landscape Light Lamp + US Sell-Fast S&H $25.00 |
|
|
5pcs Home Outdoor Garden Path Solar Powered Landscape Light LED Lamp $20.39 |
|
|
Repeller Mosquito Garden Killer Solar Insects Catcher LED White Lights / UV Lamp $14.80 |
|
|
Pest Eliminator Solar Powered Mosquito Repellent Anti Garden Lighting UV Lamp $14.80 |
|
|
4 SOLAR GARDEN COLOR CHANGING SNOWFLAKE LED LIGHTS-XMAS $24.99 |
|
|
4 SOLAR GARDEN COLOR CHANGING BUTTERFLY LED LIGHTS-XMAS $24.99 |
|
|
Solar chimpmunk garden light $15.00 |
|
|
6 Outdoor Garden 3-LED Antique Solar Landscape Light $54.99 |
|
|
1 PC Outdoor Garden 3-LED Solar Spot Flood Landscape Light led spotlight lamp $4.75 |
|
|
New 100LEDs Xmas Party Outdoor Garden Solar Powered LED String Fairy Light Blue $15.50 |
|
|
NEW 48 pcs Solar LED Home & Garden Outdoor 14¼" Lamps Lights with Stakes Lot $78.99 |
|
|
Solar Grizzly Bear Holding Lantern Light Mountain Garden Patio Lights FREE SHIP $47.88 |
|
|
12-Pack Stainless Steel Tall Dome Dish Solar Light Lights For Garden FREE SHIP! $124.70 |
|
|
12 Pk Atlantic Solars Outdoor Garden Stainless Steel Solar Light Bright LEDs $124.70 |
|
|
16 Pk Atlantic Solars Outdoor Garden Stainless Steel Solar Light Bright LEDs $159.70 |
|
|
12-Pak Mini Garden Decor Solar Rock Spotlights Spotlight Holiday Lights FAST SHP $97.88 |
|
|
4-Pack Stainless Steel Tall Dome Dish Solar Light Lights For Garden FREE SHIP! $49.80 |
|
|
6-Pack Stainless Steel Tall Dome Dish Solar Light Lights For Garden FREE SHIP! $69.80 |
|
|
6 Pack Solar Indoor & Outdoor Solar Bollard Pathway Light Patio Garden Lights $59.80 |
|
|
16 Pack Solar Indoor & Outdoor Solar Bollard Pathway Light Patio Garden Lights $149.80 |
|
|
*4 PACK Outdoor Copper Stainless Steel Solar Metal Garden Lights 2 LEDs $44.80 |
|
|
16-Pack Stainless Steel Tall Dome Dish Solar Light Lights For Garden FREE SHIP! $148.70 |
|
|
6-Pk Outdoor Garden Solar Landscape Floating Color Changing Ball Light Lights $67.90 |
|
|
*6 PACK Outdoor Copper Stainless Steel Solar Metal Garden Lights 2 LEDs $64.80 |
|
|
8-Pack Stainless Steel Tall Dome Dish Solar Light Lights For Garden FREE SHIP! $89.80 |
|
|
3PK Garden Solar Fence Wall light LED Color (Warm White) $19.99 |
|
|
10Pcs Outdoor Garden Solar Powered Pathway Wall LED Landscape Fence Light Lamp $52.00 |
|
|
Solar Powered Butterfly Garden Stake Light. Color changing LED light $8.99 |
|
|
Solar dragonfly Garden Stake Color Change Light 2 sets $9.99 |
|
|
1 PC Outdoor Garden 3-LED Solar Spot Flood Landscape Light led spotlight lamp $4.25 |
|
|
3x Garden Solar Powered Pathway Wall LED Landscape Fence Light Lamp Warm White $29.89 |
|
|
3x Garden Solar Powered Pathway Wall LED Landscape Fence Light Lamp Warm White $29.89 |
|
|
Set of 10 pcs - Home Luminaire- Outdoor/Garden/Pathway White Solar LED Light $26.00 |
|
|
10x Outdoor Garden Path Pathway Wallway Solar Powered LED Landscape Light Lamp $37.89 |
|
|
10Pcs Outdoor Garden Path Pathway Solar Powered LED Landscape Light Lamp $37.89 |
|
|
1 PC Outdoor Garden 3-LED Solar Spot Flood Landscape Light led spotlight lamp $3.83 |
|
|
S/3 Solar Power LED Blue Flower Branch Garden Stakes Outdoor Pathway Lights RT $29.35 |
|
|
Solar Power Led Rope light 100 Led Fairy Lights Waterproof Garden Light White $20.99 |
|
|
SOLAR GARDEN XMAS net STRING FAIRY LIGHTS 150 WHITE LED $26.78 |
|
|
New 50LED Solar Powered White String Light Xmas Garden Deco Bulb Space 15cm $8.99 |
_______________________________________________________
Mail this post
2 Comments 