Light Installation Tips
Installation Tips & Best Practices
How to Store Christmas LightsProper storage of Christmas lights saves time, prevents damage, and ensures hassle-free decorating each year.
How to Pair a Dimmer with Decorative LightsPairing your decorative lights with a dimmer adds instant versatility, giving you the option of brightness or a cozy evening glow.
How to Trunk and Branch Wrap a TreeStep-by-step guide to trunk, branch, and canopy wrapping for clean and professional displays.
How to Canopy Wrap a TreeStep-by-step guide for creating a beautiful, even canopy wrap on outdoor trees using LED string lights.
How to Accurately Estimate Lights for Trunk and Branch WrapsA step-by-step guide to measuring and calculating how many lights you’ll need for wrapping tree trunks and branches.
Choose the Best Lights for Wrapping Posts, Columns, Railings & Tree TrunksDiscover which lights create the cleanest, most professional-looking wraps for posts, columns, railings and tree trunks. Learn when to use 5mm Mini Lights or Stretch String Lights for lasting, even…
Solutions for Installing Christmas Lights on Tricky SurfacesPro tips and solutions for attaching holiday lights to brick, concrete, metal, aluminum, and gutter guards.
Professional Tree Wrapping: Best PracticesYour guide to perfect, professional-looking tree wrapping practices
Guide to installing roofline lightsStep-by-step instructions and tips for a safe and professional roofline installation using G30 or C9 bulbs.
5 Safety Tips for Permanent InstallationsHelpful advice for customers considering permanent or long-term installations of Big Star Lights seasonal products.
Understanding Electrical Load Limits for Holiday Light InstallationsReady to create a dazzling light display? Let's make sure it's both beautiful and safe by understanding your electrical limits.
How to Measure Your Home's Roofline Using Google MapsUse Google Maps to measure your home's roofline remotely with satellite imagery and built-in tools for accurate exterior lighting installation.
How to Choose the Right Socket Wire & Spacing for your InstallationHow to pick the right wire length and spacing on E12 and E17 Socket Power Cord for a polished, professional look
How to Attach Plugs to SPT-2 Wire CorrectlyHow to orient positive and neutral correctly from wire to plug to socket, and why it matters
Which Lights to Use for Canopy, Trunk & Branch Wrappingbranch wrapping, comparing C9/G30 retrofit bulbs with 5mm and C6 strings, spacing and tree-size fit, key dos and don’ts, and pro tips for durable, clean, and permanent installs.