Christmas lights

These days people expect more from their Christmas lights than simple on/off functionality. They want more control, more colors, and more customization. They don't want a light set that is only capable of a single color, but rather a light that is able to achieve any color combination imaginable. And that is where Twinkly comes in. Twinkly Christmas lights true...[...]

Decorating for Christmas is a cherished part of preparing for the holidays for many families. This year, instead of using the same lights and decorations as last year, you may want to consider a few inspirational Christmas lighting and decoration options to create something new and unique. The decorating tradition doesn’t always have to be exactly the same each year...[...]

When it comes to professional-quality Christmas lights, there are many different products out there that people are not aware of. Unfortunately, sometimes these lesser-known products are actually the best ones on the market. One of the best products that a lot of people haven’t heard of is coaxial connect Christmas lights, also known as RY connect light sets. While they...[...]

It's hard to go wrong with Fairy Lights. You'd be hard-pressed to find another type of decorative light set that is more diverse and has such a wide appeal when it comes to home decorating and accent lighting applications. Those tiny little fairy bulbs pack a lot of punch. At less than 1/8" in size, these seemingly delicate micro lights...[...]

It has been a long wait for Twinkly Pro RGB Christmas lights to finally make it to the market. It was over 3 years ago when we first heard about Twinkly Pro and ever since that first introduction to the technology, we’ve been captivated by the possibilities of this revolutionary animated Christmas lighting system. But like with any complex product...[...]

Will this finally be the year that easy to use, truly pro-grade RGB Christmas lights are available? For those of us in the professional Christmas industry, this is something we’ve been waiting for for a long time now. Yes, there have been some great choices for high-grade RGB Christmas lights for many years now, but they have been expensive and...[...]

GFCIs and Christmas Lights - A Survival Guide When it comes to Christmas lighting and decorating, nothing kills a Christmas masterpiece faster than a GFCI tripping. All it takes is a little moisture sneaking into the Christmas lighting or electrical system and then BAM, in a millisecond, everything goes dark. The GFCI has decided that the mixture of electricity and...[...]

If there’s one problem that has plagued nearly every amateur who’s ever tried to set up a top-tier Christmas light display, it’s what to do with extra light line. You don’t have to be a pro to notice it in your own neighborhood: Those points on an otherwise perfectly lit perimeter where the installer suddenly realized their string was several...[...]

The holiday season is the time when families bundle up, pile into their cars, and drive around taking in all the glimmering holiday lights. But don’t forget: While onlookers are cruising through your neighborhood, they’re not just marveling at the animatronic reindeer. They’re also sizing up your curb appeal. After all, it’s impossible for them to say “Ooh!” and “Aah!”...[...]

If you’re like me, you grew up surrounded by Christmas lights every December– and you loved it. From the smell of evergreen trees to the nip of the cold winter weather, when December rolls around we’re instantly filled with a feeling of warmth and joy because we know it’s Christmas time. Let’s face it, though, without Christmas lights– it just...[...]

How to Take Pictures with Christmas Lights in the Foreground or Background Christmas comes but only once each year. And each passing holiday season offers you the opportunity to add to your stash of precious Christmas memories. But there's no better way to supplement those memories than through the magic of photography. The Christmas season provides many photographic opportunities. But...[...]

The answer is yes: most Christmas lights do contain trace amounts of lead. So do miniblinds. And some cosmetic products. And extension cords. And computer cords. And batteries. And the power cords of essentially every single item of electrically powered equipment in your home. And even the soil in your lawn. And that "lead-free" plumbing that delivers drinking water to...[...]

If you're a Christmas Enthusiast, you take a lot of pride in your holiday displays. You go through a lot of work to put them up every year and endure no small expense in buying and maintaining them. And while you certainly enjoy the breathtaking beauty of your Christmas light displays, you get even more satisfaction from the joy that...[...]

For anyone trying to make their Christmas indoor and outdoor lighting display memorable, choosing the right Christmas lights is tough. With so many LED Christmas light options such as wide angle conicals, mini lights and stringers, icicles, light line and Twinkly Home lights, there is a near-endless variety of options to choose from. The number of lights you use, mixing...[...]

Hi Jason, what is the difference in the Christmas lights and materials that professional Christmas installers use compared to what the average homeowner uses? - Henry Hi Henry, That's a great question. But like the answers to a great many questions, the answer to this question begins with: "It depends…" Because in reality, you could break homeowners down into two...[...]

Many people often wonder when is it appropriate to turn on my Christmas lights for the holiday season... Traditionally, Thanksgiving weekend has been the unofficial start of the Christmas decorating season and many people light everything up even later, using December 1st as their target date. But recently we've seen more and more people begin to break tradition and choose...[...]

These days people expect more from their Christmas lights than simple on/off functionality. They want more control, more colors, and more customization. They don't want a light set that is only capable of a single color, but rather a light that is able to achieve any color combination imaginable. And that is where Twinkly comes in. Twinkly Christmas lights true...[...]

Decorating for Christmas is a cherished part of preparing for the holidays for many families. This year, instead of using the same lights and decorations as last year, you may want to consider a few inspirational Christmas lighting and decoration options to create something new and unique. The decorating tradition doesn’t always have to be exactly the same each year...[...]

When it comes to professional-quality Christmas lights, there are many different products out there that people are not aware of. Unfortunately, sometimes these lesser-known products are actually the best ones on the market. One of the best products that a lot of people haven’t heard of is coaxial connect Christmas lights, also known as RY connect light sets. While they...[...]

It's hard to go wrong with Fairy Lights. You'd be hard-pressed to find another type of decorative light set that is more diverse and has such a wide appeal when it comes to home decorating and accent lighting applications. Those tiny little fairy bulbs pack a lot of punch. At less than 1/8" in size, these seemingly delicate micro lights...[...]

It has been a long wait for Twinkly Pro RGB Christmas lights to finally make it to the market. It was over 3 years ago when we first heard about Twinkly Pro and ever since that first introduction to the technology, we’ve been captivated by the possibilities of this revolutionary animated Christmas lighting system. But like with any complex product...[...]

Will this finally be the year that easy to use, truly pro-grade RGB Christmas lights are available? For those of us in the professional Christmas industry, this is something we’ve been waiting for for a long time now. Yes, there have been some great choices for high-grade RGB Christmas lights for many years now, but they have been expensive and...[...]

GFCIs and Christmas Lights - A Survival Guide When it comes to Christmas lighting and decorating, nothing kills a Christmas masterpiece faster than a GFCI tripping. All it takes is a little moisture sneaking into the Christmas lighting or electrical system and then BAM, in a millisecond, everything goes dark. The GFCI has decided that the mixture of electricity and...[...]

If there’s one problem that has plagued nearly every amateur who’s ever tried to set up a top-tier Christmas light display, it’s what to do with extra light line. You don’t have to be a pro to notice it in your own neighborhood: Those points on an otherwise perfectly lit perimeter where the installer suddenly realized their string was several...[...]

The holiday season is the time when families bundle up, pile into their cars, and drive around taking in all the glimmering holiday lights. But don’t forget: While onlookers are cruising through your neighborhood, they’re not just marveling at the animatronic reindeer. They’re also sizing up your curb appeal. After all, it’s impossible for them to say “Ooh!” and “Aah!”...[...]

If you’re like me, you grew up surrounded by Christmas lights every December– and you loved it. From the smell of evergreen trees to the nip of the cold winter weather, when December rolls around we’re instantly filled with a feeling of warmth and joy because we know it’s Christmas time. Let’s face it, though, without Christmas lights– it just...[...]

How to Take Pictures with Christmas Lights in the Foreground or Background Christmas comes but only once each year. And each passing holiday season offers you the opportunity to add to your stash of precious Christmas memories. But there's no better way to supplement those memories than through the magic of photography. The Christmas season provides many photographic opportunities. But...[...]

The answer is yes: most Christmas lights do contain trace amounts of lead. So do miniblinds. And some cosmetic products. And extension cords. And computer cords. And batteries. And the power cords of essentially every single item of electrically powered equipment in your home. And even the soil in your lawn. And that "lead-free" plumbing that delivers drinking water to...[...]

If you're a Christmas Enthusiast, you take a lot of pride in your holiday displays. You go through a lot of work to put them up every year and endure no small expense in buying and maintaining them. And while you certainly enjoy the breathtaking beauty of your Christmas light displays, you get even more satisfaction from the joy that...[...]

For anyone trying to make their Christmas indoor and outdoor lighting display memorable, choosing the right Christmas lights is tough. With so many LED Christmas light options such as wide angle conicals, mini lights and stringers, icicles, light line and Twinkly Home lights, there is a near-endless variety of options to choose from. The number of lights you use, mixing...[...]

Hi Jason, what is the difference in the Christmas lights and materials that professional Christmas installers use compared to what the average homeowner uses? - Henry Hi Henry, That's a great question. But like the answers to a great many questions, the answer to this question begins with: "It depends…" Because in reality, you could break homeowners down into two...[...]

Many people often wonder when is it appropriate to turn on my Christmas lights for the holiday season... Traditionally, Thanksgiving weekend has been the unofficial start of the Christmas decorating season and many people light everything up even later, using December 1st as their target date. But recently we've seen more and more people begin to break tradition and choose...[...]