Snake the cord down to your power source and plug it in.
How do you hang outdoor string lights on gutters.
Plug the lights directly into an exterior outlet or into an outdoor extension cord and position the first bulb next to the mounting hardware.
Make sure they re securely in place.
String lights look great.
How to hang christmas lights across gutters attach a gutter clip for christmas lights to the base of each light in the direction you plan for your them to hang.
For maximum support use a zip tie on either side of each socket in lieu of using the loop on the socket.
First screw a cup hook into one end of the 2x2.
Round up the number you get to the nearest 1 2 ft 0 15 m and write it down on a pad of paper.
Thread the string lights onto the hooks.
Secure the cord to a wall or a post with cord clips.
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Install a hook into each tree at the marked spot.
Then add each of the individual measurements together.
Climb a ladder and stretch a tape measure along each section of the overhanging structure where you plan on hanging lights.
With a helper string the lights from one tree to the next holding them carefully to make sure the holes are the right distance apart.
Install the bulbs in your string lights.
If desired install an outlet timer so your lights automatically turn on and off.
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This will tell you the total distance you ll need to cover.
Then screw the pole into the railing.
Attach the outlet on the string lights to an extension cord.
Work your way across the yard to hang the string lights between mounts following the pattern you envisioned.
Use sturdy screws and you may need to drill a pilot hole first.
Drill guide holes on the trees where you want to hang the lights.
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First explore different designs and choose the lighting layout that s right for you.
Place your ladder on the side nearest your outlet.
This is where you will begin hanging your lights.
Once you ve checked this spacing unplug the lights to hang the rest of the string.
We only used one pole but if you really want to light it up or don t have an opposing wall to hang the lights from then grab a few.
When you have reached the first planter and have formed a rectangular outline of lights begin zigzagging the lights from one side of the outline to the other spacing the passes of string far enough apart so that they will be evenly distributed to the end.
After the guide wires are installed you re ready to hang your string lights.