How to Prepare Your Solar Lights for Summer

Summer evenings are made for unwinding in the garden. Whether that’s with a book, a bottle of wine, or an entire party of your nearest and dearest is up to you. But one thing is for sure: you’ll be needing outdoor lights to illuminate your space. 

If you’re looking for a fuss-free, cost-effective, and eco-conscious way to brighten your space, you may have considered solar lights. In this guide, Lights4fun will explain how to install outdoor solar lights, offering an effortless way to keep your garden glowing deep into the night.

How to Install Outdoor Solar Lights

Prepping your garden for solar lights is simple. Not only are they eco-friendly and cost-effective, but they’re also low-maintenance. There are a few things worth considering, but rest assured that you can spend most of your time worrying about style and décor. Take a look at our tips for how to install outdoor solar lights below.

Cleaning Your Solar Power Lights

Solar-powered lights are often left outside for the better part of a year, so they can get a little dirty without the proper care. Whether it’s dust, pollen, mud, or water spots, it’s easy for sunlight to be blocked from reaching your lights’ solar cells. 

To clean up your solar lights, use a damp cloth to wipe down your panels. We’d recommend avoiding harsh chemicals or rough sponges to reduce the risk of damage to the panels. 

Positioning Your Solar Lights

Solar lights can provide up to 8 hours of light during the brighter summer months, so choosing the perfect placement is important for achieving the warm glow you’re looking for. 

As the seasons change, keep an eye on where the sun is hitting your garden and adjust the placement of your lights accordingly. Contrary to popular belief, solar panels won’t charge through glass conservatories, nor will they charge via artificial light.

If the panel has a stake, push its full length into soft ground to keep the panel securely in place. For the best results, we recommend facing your solar panels towards the south to best capture the light.

Battery Health Check

Solar lights typically last between 1 and 2 years. So, if you’ve noticed that your lights aren’t quite glowing as they should or have any doubts about their functionality over time, we recommend testing them.

Double-check that your light is on, then simulate darkness by placing the panel flat on a firm surface. If working properly, the lights should come on. If not, it means your battery hasn’t been able to store enough solar energy to power the lights. 

Alternatively, if your light doesn’t stay on for more than an hour even after an entire day of sunshine, it may be time to replace your battery. 

Discover Lights4fun’s Outdoor Solar Lights

Take inspiration from Lights4fun’s collection of garden lighting and elevate your garden’s sparkle. We offer a shimmering collection of outdoor lights designed to illuminate special moments in your outside space, so take a look at our solar range today.

• Solar Candles: Part of our charming TruGlow® Candle Range, our solar candles bring romance and ambience to your space. 
• Solar Fairy Lights: Introduce a touch of whimsy to your garden with the magical sparkle of our solar fairy lights. 
• Solar Festoon Lights: Give your outside space some character with solar festoon lights, recognised for their retro look and bohemian feel.
• Solar Lanterns: Brighten up your summer evenings and enjoy relaxing on the patio beside the ambient glow of our solar lanterns. 
• Solar Path Lights: Illuminate your garden’s walkways every evening with stylish and convenient solar path lights.
• Solar Wall Lights: Offering both coverage and character, solar wall lights are the perfect choice for lighting your outdoor space. 

Order Lights from Lights4fun

Now that you’ve got a better understanding of how to install outdoor solar lights, experiment with your garden’s lighting this summer. Create an inviting space that draws you out onto the patio, even after the sun has gone down. Take a look at our lovely range of solar lights today and enhance your garden’s glow.

For more inspiration, take a look at the Journal or contact us for more information on our product range.