Being a homeowner means always wanting to improve the esthetics and the comfort of your house no matter how insignificant or small the benefits may seem. Since it is your own property you can do with it as you please, and as much as you please. While making sure the actual home is fit for a family and in a comfortable, livable state, there is so much more to do in and around the house that can elevate a place people live to a dream home you will never want to leave. Depending on the size, the location, and the financial situation, each family has its own different set of renovation projects to go through. It goes without saying that those that matter for everyday life like installations and security are prevalent, as well as multi-purpose elements like doors, windows, and furniture. But a time will come when you and your loved ones simply want to make things prettier and more appealing.
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Source: bobvila.comThat is when the decorations start pouring in and when the whole family thinks of ways through which their home can in some way look better and more beautiful than before. Of course, painting the walls, reorganizing the furniture, and matching the designs of the interior is how most of these projects go. It is also where they begin and where they end. But what about the garden that your home has? Why leave the backyard behind and only focus on the inside? The outdoors is where you do so much and you actually have the whole surrounding area of your house to decorate and revive. Ask yourself how much time you spend outside, in your garden or backyard, and you will also start asking yourself why haven’t you made it better already.
Once you do everything with the home, it should be the garden’s turn to shine. And in this article, we actually mean shine because we bring to you the absolute best way to decorate it no matter its size or purpose. If you want to take your backyard to the next level in a smart and purposeful way, look no further than light decoration ideas, particularly those that are powered by the sun itself. Solar energy is the future and already there are so many innovative ways you can make use of it. Read along to find out what the best ideas to light up your backyard or garden using solar light décor and your home will be the one that makes all the neighbors jealous.
1. Figurines and Statues
First and foremost, let us mention something that is still not that common in people’s gardens. The reason for this is the fact that people do not know about these amazing light decorations that are capable of elevating the look and feel of virtually any outdoor place. If you like classic garden décor that involves magnificent characters in the shape of old-timey statues, but also want the solar light element, look no further than gigalumi.com. These pretty angel inspired figurines will light your way when it is dark and still look amazing during daytime. Placing a few in various corners of the garden or putting them close together like a choir work equally well because of their design and beauty.
2. Solar Stakes
Source: coopersofstortford.co.ukIf you want something that will pair up well with your trees and flowers and help you keep the natural look of your garden, solar stakes should be the way to go. This is among the easiest solar lighting ideas to install because of their versatility and accessibility. You can direct individual lights wherever and however you want, as well as choose the lights that resemble all sorts of flowers. Stakes like these are great for bordering your flowerbeds and areas where you hold your most treasured plant life. They are also great for lining paths and driveways.
3. Tall Branchy Trees
Solar lights that take the shape of tall, thin trees are the absolute best for illuminating borders and for integration with various types of greenery. If you have vines climbing over your walls, these would fit extremely well. Not only can they illuminate the place between the living wall and the actual wall and give off some beautiful lighting, but they can also help to set the scene and make it known where each section of the garden begins or ends. Climbing plants and trellises are perfect companions for this type of light.
4. String Lights
Source: christmaslightsetc.comCan anything really beat a bunch of string lights hanging overhead and casting enough light for the entire garden? There is simply too much that can be done with string lights for you not to have them, as well as a lot of different options to choose from. You can have a few strings that will always stay in that one place, above garden furniture or lighting your porch. Then you can have a few that can be moved around depending on what you want to do and what kind of event you are hosting. Tie them around a tree, use a trellis, or place them over and through the bushes. The decision is yours, just make sure to get them!
5. Lanterns
A great thing about lanterns is that they work equally well and achieve as much no matter if they are hanging on walls or not. If you prefer it that way, you can place them as centerpieces on tables or put them in corners as ambient light. They can hang from branches or above doors and windows from hooks. Back in the day lanterns were limited in their use due to safety precautions, but with solar powered lights instead of candles you do not have to worry one bit. There are old fashioned square lanterns if you prefer the old-timey look, as well as more modern designs. String or paper lanterns that are ball-shaped are very popular right now too. There are dozens of combinations to choose from, including string light lanterns.
