The most wonderful time of the year is fast approaching, and with that comes the ever-ongoing competition to have the best-dressed house on the street. But with the current state of energy prices, the cost of living is no joke. Spending copious amounts on running your Christmas lights is at the bottom of everyone’s Christmas list this year. A lot of people have been asking the same question recently: Are solar-powered Christmas lights any good?
What We Think about Solar Christmas Lights
The answer is yes. The addition of solar Christmas lights is phenomenal. Not only are they the eco-friendly option, but the Solar Centre also offers a complete range of shapes, lights and designs that will adorn your garden, windows, doors and walls. You are guaranteed lights to specifically endure UK winters. The lights are low maintenance and shine as brightly as your regular Christmas lights.
The Difference
The big difference to regular Christmas lighting is that these lights come with a USB cable. You also have the option of letting the sun charge your lights for free, or plugging them into mains if you wish. Switching your outdoor lights to outdoor solar lights, especially around Christmas time, will reduce the amount of energy you use over the festive season and, in turn, save you money on your electricity bill.
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The Cost Of Solar Christmas Lights
Now we are not going to ask you to chuck out a perfectly good kettle that just needs some limescale remover for one that will save you £10 per year in electricity bills. When it is time to replace broken lights, investing in solar will save money on your electricity bills long term. These eco-friendly reindeer, stars and Christmas tree alternatives can also last longer, with less wiring to worry about.
Conclusion
Solar lights will certainly enhance your festive display. Comparatively, they will not restrict you due to main cables giving you more creativity when lighting up your garden. As long as you position the solar panel in a spot that generally gets good sunlight, they will be as bright as mains lighting and you will be good to go ho ho!
Sources:
https://www.countryliving.com/uk/homes-interiors/gardens/g38197546/solar-christmas-lights/
