Installing Solar Outdoor Lighting

Purchase a sufficient number of solar powered yard or garden lights to line your garden, walkway, yard perimeter, pool, pond, deck, or patio. Select a finish that will complement your home’s design, landscaping, and overall aesthetic needs.

Remove the light fixtures from the packaging and set them upright in an area of direct and bright sunlight for charging. For the initial charging of your solar lights, it’s best to avoid partial sunlight or placing them outside to charge when it’s cloudy.

Charge your new lights for 12 to 14 hours (over two days) to ensure the batteries are ready for installation. Decide on the layout and measure the area. Space the lights evenly for uniformity and to ensure your area of choice is lit to your liking. For more light simply place the lights closer together.
Choose a location that gets several hours of full sunlight daily. Check the soil and make sure that it is loose enough to push the light bases into the ground. Placing the light bases firmly into the ground will help ensure that they will not be displaced if they are ever inadvertently kicked or brushed up against.

Dampen soil that is especially dry or hard several times and wait a few hours before installing the lights to avoid stress to the light’s support post. Use a small spade to loosen soil that contains a lot of clay. When using hanging solar powered lights around pools, on decks or on posts, make sure to secure the hangers to something to prevent the lights from being blown down during storms or high winds.