Christmas Designers

One of the most often asked questions we get from customers is, "How long do LED Christmas lights last?". This question is completely understandable. LED Christmas lights are not cheap and while everyone has heard about the great power savings and the recent improvements in LED technology, people are still concerned whether or not the upfront expense of buying LEDs...[...]

When it comes to C7 and C9 LED Christmas lights, you have a choice of either using a pre-molded stringer set which has bulbs that are already attached to the cord, or you can go with what is referred to as empty socket light line and add your own bulbs. Most professionals and experienced Christmas enthusiasts prefer the empty socket...[...]

Anyone that has ever installed Christmas lights has no doubt run into the problem of having one light bulb fall out of the line causing the whole set to go out. While the problem of one bulb burns out the whole set goes out is no longer much of an issue, outages caused by missing bulbs continue to be a...[...]

C7 and C9 LED Christmas lights are two of the most popular styles of Christmas lighting. Traditionally these larger bulbs were extremely power hungry causing high electric bills and making it difficult to install the lights when limited electrical infrastructure was available. However, nowadays with LEDs being so energy efficient, C7 and C9 bulbs have grown in popularity. Nearly half...[...]

This year we've seen a huge surge in people buying LED replacement bulbs. These bulbs fit into any standard C7 or C9 light socket and offer 40% more illumination than the standard LED stringer style sets. When buying LED replacement bulbs, it's important to understand that not all bulbs are created equal. By spending a few extra cents per bulb...[...]

A frequently asked question we receive on a daily basis is, "With LED Christmas lights if one bulb goes out will the whole set go out?" The answer to this question is not as simple as it might seem. It all depends on what kind of outage we're talking about. Since the one piece LED bulb and socket design is...[...]

This year we're featuring brand new C9 LED Christmas Lights that have already gotten a lot of attention on our website. This set has the best illumination of any C9 stringer set that we've seen. The best feature is the fact that the lens is threaded allowing you to remove it and replace the LED if it goes out. This...[...]

As LED Christmas lights have begun to outsell traditional incandescent light sets, more and more new sellers have begun to emerge into the online LED market with inaccurate claims on LED Christmas light specs. Although there are a number of reputable sellers throughout the Christmas industry, there is also a fair share of less than reputable sites making unrealistic promises...[...]

Installing a Male Slide on Plug Male and female slide on plugs is often used by professional Christmas installers. Slide on plugs allows you to custom make your own extension cords as well as custom cut perimeter light line for cleaner and more professional results. Slide on plugs is available in Spt-1 and Spt-2. If the cord you are using...[...]

We are often asked, “How can I start a professional Christmas lighting installation business”. Many people find great enjoyment in installing Christmas lights and decorations on their own home or business and it’s not unusual to wonder how those of us that do make our living doing this professionally actually got started. Just about everyone in this industry has a...[...]

Summer's Here!!! So many families I know will be off this weekend to have a fabulous time camping in their pop up campers, travel trailers, and even tents! Setting up camp becomes a little competitive so why not add some festive lights to your awning or hang our G50 bulbs and the light line between the trees to say "Our...[...]

This beautiful Oregon Cascade Fir Tree was a great addition to our product line last year. In comparison to our already popular Rocky Mountain Pine tree, the Cascade Fir offers three-ply garland (as opposed to 2 plies); 53 tips per branch (as opposed to 31); and has a more downswept branch look for a natural appearance. An increase in the...[...]

Warm White LED Christmas Lights Warm white is the most popular color of LED Christmas lights. It has a slight yellow hue giving it a warmer look that is closer to what most people are familiar with when using traditional incandescent Christmas lights. Warm White LEDs tend to be the most problematic color when it comes to color consistency. The...[...]

You have decided to get your banner program rolling but "What kind of hardware do I need?" This answer can be based on your long term plans or even your budget. Click on the link below to review our banner hardware explanation page. Banner Bracket Explanation Page Your banner hardware is your major investment. Once that's done, the opportunity for...[...]

Spring is in the air and summer is right around the corner! Don't leave your poles "naked".   Once you have made your initial investment in the hardware, it is cost-effective to keep your seasonal banners up! They are sure to add color and excitement to any downtown street, parking area, or community. CALL FOR DETAILS! (800) 432-5139[...]

Christmas Designers strives to offer the best pricing on the web. We will continue to do so although we will be seeing a slight increase in our 2011 pricing. Prices will rise for several reasons: the U.S. Dollar exchange rate is down and continues to fluctuate, the international copper costs continue to rise, labor costs in China have increased and...[...]

I want to change the perimeter lighting around my house from the old-style incandescent light line to a new LED light line. What type of light line would work best for me? Christmas Designers offers LED light line in the three following styles: LED Stringer Sets LED stringer sets are the most popular option of LED perimeter style lighting as...[...]

Why? It is important to keep track of the age of your Christmas lights sets. Older lights are more prone to failure. By knowing the age of your lights; you can put the older ones in less visible areas and you will be able to replace the oldest lights with new ones as they near the end of their life...[...]

Large outdoor LED Christmas Tree designed for cities and businesses to bring some extra holiday cheer. Uses 90% less electricity than traditional trees. Sizes from 16' to 100'. Custom options available.[...]