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Best Practices for Hanging Christmas Lights
Are you ready to transform your home into a winter wonderland with dazzling Christmas lights? Whether you're a first-time user or a seasoned pro, it's important to follow some best practices when hanging your lights. In this blog post, we'll...
What are the best Christmas lights for outside?
As a holiday decor expert, I can confidently say that outdoor Christmas lights can transform any home into a winter wonderland. Choosing the right lights, however, can be daunting. In this article, we’ll discuss the different types of outdoor lights,...
What Are the Big Christmas Lights Called?
If you're wondering what the big Christmas lights are called, the answer is C9 bulbs. C9 bulbs are larger than the more common C7 bulbs, with a diameter of approximately 1.125 inches. They have a classic rounded globe shape and...
What Christmas lights do installers use?
When it comes to professional holiday light installations, installers typically use commercial-grade LED lights. LED lights have become increasingly popular due to their energy efficiency and long lifespan. Commercial-grade LED lights are designed to withstand the outdoor elements, making them...
C7 vs C9 Christmas Lights: Which Should You Choose?
As a holiday decorating enthusiast, choosing which type of light to use can be a difficult but exciting task. In this article, we will analyze C7 and C9 lights, considering the traditional style, to help you make the best decision....
What Does C7 Mean for Christmas Lights?
If you're in the market for Christmas lights, you may come across the term "C7" and wonder what it means. In the world of Christmas lights, C7 is a term used to describe a certain type of bulb. C7 bulbs...
What Does C9 Mean for Christmas Light Bulbs?
When it comes to Christmas lights, you may have seen the term "C9" used to describe a certain type of bulb. But what does C9 actually mean? In short, C9 refers to the bulb size and shape. C9 bulbs are...
Can I leave my Christmas lights on all night?
It's almost time to get the Christmas tree up, decorate the house with twinkling lights and festive ornaments. But as you begin thinking about entertaining your family and friends over the holidays, one of the first questions that come to...
Are LED Christmas Lights Better? Let’s Shed Some Light on the Matter!
Are LED Christmas Lights Better? Let’s Shed Some Light on the Matter!The bling of Christmas lights is special during the Holidays and any time of year. And, if you’re thinking of adding some new strings to your holiday display or...
What does the IP65 standard mean?
The Answer: Whether or not you've heard of the actual rating, IP ratings are becoming more attractive to consumers since they are applied to cell phones. Everyone wants to know what will happen to their phones if they were accidentally...
Can I shorten a string of Christmas Lights?
Short answer No. Slightly longer short answer Standard string lights cannot be shortened safely and effectively. Hey, I think you are saying "No" but can't the wires be cut and re-soldered?   So, yes you could cut and solder your...
How many Christmas lights can I run together?
Most people are asking this question before purchasing Mini Lights or LED Christmas Light Strings. So this answer will relate only to those products like Mini Lights or LED String lights. The answer depends on the set of lights you are considering and...
What is SPT-1 vs. SPT-2?
So, what is the difference between SPT-1 and SPT-2? When shopping for Christmas light strings specifications you might have noticed are the SPT-1 and SPT-2 specifications.  You'll especially see these terms when shopping for C7 and C9 Christmas bulbs and cords. This spec...

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