How to Use Long Lasting LED Christmas Lights For Christmas Decorating

If you're tired of bulbs burning out and constantly turning your Christmas lights off to save energy, LED lights are for you. They are much more expensive to buy then incandescent Christmas lights, but they last for years and use much less energy. LED bulbs are perfect for small spaces like an apartment or condo. Here's how to use LED string lights this Christmas!

Difficulty: Moderately Easy

Instructions

Things You'll Need:

• The internet
• At least $100 for about four or five strings of lights

1. Shop online. LED Christmas lights are sold online in many different colors, shapes, and lengths. Expect to pay $20-$25 dollars for a 70 to 100 bulb string.

2. Decorate sensibly. Since you won't be able to afford as many lights as you might normally hang, string your lights in high impact areas, like windows, the corners of ceilings, and on a small Christmas tree.

3. Use common sense. While LED lights are cool to the touch and safer than incandescent strings, don't string more than three strings together at a time. And don't overload power outlets at Christmas time.

4. String and store the lights carefully. Even though the bulbs won't burn out, use care when putting up and taking down the strings of lights. It's still possible to damage those thinly coated wires through rough treatment. Wrap the lights around a short piece of wood or coat hanger to store them so they can be strung easily next year. Carefully untie knots, never yank apart tangled lights.