Frequently Asked Questions - Set Of 4 Solar Square Decking Lights

Question:

How many lumens does each unit give out?
By William Gordon Campbell on May 20,2021

Answer:

We do not provide the Lumens on this light as it operates more like a path light. They are just markers.

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Question:

Hi I'm replacing some mains ground lights as they keep failing, as such the recess is already there, the current lights are 10cms square and the recess approx 9 cms diameter would these be suitable? Many thanks
By Gaynor on May 9,2021

Answer:

I am not quite sure if that will work out, but please find the dimensions below:

Dimensions: 120mm x 120mm x 30mm deep
Recess: 92 x 92 x 30mm

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Question:

How would I attach these lights on my decking posts around our caravan which are a form of plastic please
By Ray Deanr on Apr 4,2021

Answer:

You will have to make holes to fit these lights. They are designed for a decking area.

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Question:

I have a paved terrace that I would like to place some solar lights on the help light up the edges at night but because the paving is laid already I can't bed these lights into the stone. Would these be stable if just placed on the paving? Or what would you suggest? I'm also considering the glow stones instead.
By Sue Webb on Mar 29,2021

Answer:

I would not place them just on the edge, in case they get kicked over.

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Question:

If we place them in decking I take it we can unscrew and remove easily by just lifting up to replace batteries? Thank you
By Nina Foley on Mar 25,2021

Answer:

That is correct yes, unscrew the top part and you will be able to reach the internals. When replacing everything please make sure the seal is tight around the edge of the light to prevent water ingress.

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Question:

Do these lights come in warm white?
By Doreen Shovlin on Mar 10,2021

Answer:

I am afraid not.

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Question:

I would like to put these in raised bed sleepers vertically with good sunlight. I can see you don't recommend it but its unclear they won't work or they may not get as good as light
By Niki Stone on Oct 18,2020

Answer:

Exactly that, because the panelo is on top it will not get a good amount of light to run for you.

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Question:

Can I get these as a set of 6 instead of a set of 4?
By Paul Murphy on May 31,2020

Answer:

I am afraid not. But we also sell them individually so you can buy a set of 4 and 2 individual lights.

Please click on the link: https://www.thesolarcentre.co.uk/products/Solar_Square_Decking_Light-386-101.html

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Question:

Hi, is the solar panel set into each light, or are they linked to a separate panel by wires? Thanks
By Karen on May 5,2020

Answer:

The panel is set into the top of the light. No wires.

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Question:

I've been disappointed in the past with solar light's lots of them are to cheap. These are not cheap so I assume are better. Do they come with any warranty?
By Dennis on Apr 12,2020

Answer:

Hopefully you will love our lights. All our lights come with a one year warranty.

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Question:

Approx how many years before batteries need replacing?
By Roger de Brett on Nov 15,2019

Answer:

The batteries should not need replacing for around 2-3 years.

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Question:

Hi, would these lights be suitable for sitting in gravel. Not being walked over.
By Jacqui on May 21,2019

Answer:

Yes, but you would need to make sure the light isn't sat in water if it rains.

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Question:

Could these be set into the ground directly? Set sufficiently low enough so could be mowed over?
By Rachel Garrison on Sep 13,2018

Answer:

These lights are designed to be in decking but if you had ample drainage it could work. The lights aren't very heavy so you'd need to screw them into something to stop the mower sucking them out of the ground.

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Hi, are these suitable for horizontal (side) mounting rather than face up? Would you expect them to store sufficient light? Thanks
By Will on Aug 2,2018

Answer:

We wouldn't recommend this installation as performance would be seriously degraded in winter months.

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Question:

Hi, Are these light waterproof enough to be used around the edge of a swimming pool?
By Dominic Gibbings on Jan 30,2018

Answer:

We wouldn't recommend putting the lights around the edge of a swimming due to how the chemicals in the pool water could react with the metals in the lights. If the lights are set well back this could work well. Our lights are designed for rainwater.

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Question:

Hi , will these work during the winter months when the days shorten and there is little direct sunlight?
By Tony on Oct 9,2017

Answer:

These will work all year round but for the best results you need to make sure the lights are not shaded and have direct sun light.

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Question:

please anyone tell these light i can fix on the driveway?
By Asad inayat on Aug 27,2017

Answer:

We do not recommend these lights for a driveway or for driving over. These lights: Paverlight Solar Brick Lights (Set of 2) have been designed for driveway use.

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Question:

can these be installed in a patio paving stones, as opposed to wooden decking ? Thanks
By damian on Apr 11,2017

Answer:

Shouldn't be any problem. Always best to insure the decking light has good drainage so the light isn't sat in water.

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Question:

If these were installed on a vertical 90 degree railway sleeper that was positioned outside in full sun would they still work ?
By daniel on Apr 28,2015

Answer:

They are not recommended to be installed in a wall (at 90 degrees). The solar panels are designed to be facing upwards for the sun and not towards the horizon even though your wall would be getting sun. Customers that have installed these in a wall have experienced issues before. I would recommend taking a look at the Kensington Solar Wall Light instead for this purpose.

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Question:

Are the bulbs replaceable?
By Karen Sutton on Nov 3,2014

Answer:

The LEDs are not replaceable but will last for a very long time.

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Question:

Do they have an independent on/off switch?
By Jill Draves on Aug 10,2014

Answer:

The on/off switch is inside the metal casing unit. If it is switched off it will still charge but won't shine.

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Question:

How long do they last?
By Dean Hodson on Jul 6,2014

Answer:

On a full charge these can run for up to 12 hours. They are built to last and you can replace the batteries.

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Question:

how many square lights would be recommended for a decking area of 11 ft x 13 ft. thanks
By gerard nolan on Jun 13,2014

Answer:

This is mostly based on personal preference. Usually our customers do 1 per every half a meter.

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Question:

Are these lights suitable to use on a driveway / drive over? If not please can you reccommend sloar powered ones that are. Thanks
By Penny Theophanous on May 22,2014

Answer:

We do not recommend these lights for a driveway or for driving over. These lights: Paverlight Solar Brick Lights (Set of 2) have been designed for driveway use.

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Question:

Do I need to cut a square hole into the Decking? If so, how would you recommend doing that?
By rhys on May 15,2014

Answer:

You would need to cut a square hole in the decking to fit this light. The sunken part of this light is 25 x 92 x 92mm. We do not give DIY advice but this can be done with a jigsaw.

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Question:

Do the screws rust? MAnythanks
By JJames on May 4,2014

Answer:

No. The screws should not rust.

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Question:

are these lights screwed down onto the decking or simply dropped in place ?
By martin o'donnell on Apr 21,2014

Answer:

They are both. They drop down into the decking and then are screwed into place.

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Question:

How will the lamp be charged
By kam on Jan 22,2014

Answer:

The solar panel is integrated into each solar powered decking light.

A battery also within the light will store the solar energy during the day and then the light switches on during darkness to light up garden paths or decking.

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Question:

Even when its installed where there is no direct sun ray.Will the day light alone charged it enough for the night operation?
By kam on Jan 22,2014

Answer:

As with all solar products the performance of the decking lights will be reduced if not in direct sunlight however they will still charge in daylight.

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