Outdoor Solar Lighting, the cheap and easy way to light your garden or decking

Outdoor Solar Lighting has become a popular  alternative for lighting yards and gardens in the last couple of years. It can be a cheap and attractive way to provide light to your garden or walkway. Their big benefits include because they are powered by the sun, you don’t have to worry about your electricity bills, that the lights are easy to install, and you don’t have to run dangerous cables through your garden to power them.

A well positioned light can expect to run for 6 – 12 hours, and it will automatically turn itself on at dusk. This is achieved by the use of a photo sensor that detects nightfall. The light is supplied by a battery that has been charged during the day by the solar power.  The actual light source is usually form LED’s that give you a bright light source and last a long time. The battery is one item you might have to replace over time.

To position your lights just ensure you just choose an area that receives a lot of sunlight during the day. The Solar light is installed by simply pushing the light into the ground. You can also get lights that attach to your decking, patio and even lights that float in your pool or pond. .

As with all things it is worth buying the best you can afford, cheaper solar lights might not last as long and be easily broken. .

Another use for solar lights in your garden is to use a security light powered by the sun. All the same principles apply with positioning the light, but instead of turning on when night falls they have a motion sensor. You can also use solar power in your garden by using a solar powered fountain.