Shining string lights can always create an inescapable charm even in the most ordinary spaces. They make the heart skip a beat by adding wonders to any festive ambience, especially that of your garden landscape!
Despite the pressure from the neighborhood, you alone can dictate the visual direction of your holiday display. You have all the creative freedom to decorate your garden whatever way you like. Here are a few tips on how to hang string lights for any festivity.
Bulbs
Before you begin, make sure there is a plan in place. Analyze the locations where you can put the lights on. They will most likely be along the gutters or eaves and even the windows. Utilize this plan to evaluate the number and length of strands you will require.
While there are no standard lengths in strands, there are bulb size standards. Look for C9 or C7 size bulbs to string together 6 to 8 inches apart. When there is a longer distance between bulbs, it allows more light to cover a wider area, creating more warmth.
Trees
You can make use of net lights or you can wrap regular lights around the branches and trunks. To analyze the length of strings required, divide the trunk’s height by the specified spacing between every light strip; approximately three inches would be appropriate. Multiply the number you get by the circumference of the trunk. You must also perform the same calculation for any big branches you wish to wrap.
Variety of looks
The classic look
For a classic look, make sure that the lights are white and concentrated towards three spaces: in windows, along eaves or gutters, and on larger bushes and trees. String the lights together symmetrically. Moreover, if you wish to win the admiration of the whole neighborhood, put the lights sideways on the ridgeline of the roof.
Delightful look
If you wish to decorate the whole house, you need to go in for a combination of the right lights. A multicolored strand across the gutter and string icicle lights under it would be a great idea. It would be best to hang the C9 bulbs along the gutters and rooflines, and C7s for the window perimeters. It is important to have some symmetry even when you are going all out to achieve the delightful look.
Minimalistic look
Purchase real pine wreath and place it symmetrically on the main door. Then put an E17 warm-white bulb a few feet away from the door and focus it at the pine wreath. This look is best for those who like to acknowledge the seasonal joy, humility and gratefulness for everything without going all out.
Outdoor string lighting can be a very easy project, but it does require some planning. You need the right product, the correct design and the right tools to ensure that everything looks beautiful. It would be best if you can hire a professional landscaper to add festive cheer to the exterior of your house.
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