wedding lights

Black Wire Patio String Lights

Available with candelabra (E12), intermediate (E17), and medium (E26) bases, black wire patio string lights have either in-line or suspended sockets. In-line sockets are close to the main wire and are a good choice for covering shorter distances or as a temporary installation. Suspended sockets resemble small pendant lights, with the socket and bulb hanging below the main wire. These strings are preferred for permanent installations or runs that span a longer distance. Each socket has an eyelet at the top to allow you to add a guy wire (or guy-line) to help reinforce the sting and prevent sagging.

Black wire patio light strings can be used with incandescent or LED bulbs. Popular choices include S14, A15, globes, and vintage antique bulbs. When deciding which bulbs to use, you will need to consider the wattage. Patio lights have a maximum wattage, or the total wattage the string can handle, that cannot be exceeded. For instance, a 15 socket sting with a maximum wattage of 1,200 Watts means that each bulb can use up to 80 Watts (1,200 divided by 15 is 80). If you plan on connecting two strings together, the max wattage for the run stays the same and the individual bulb wattage decreases to 40 Watts spread over 30 sockets. Go with LED bulbs for long runs or to take the math out of your installation preparations as they use far less power than incandescents.

Decorating Ideas and Tips

Black wire patio string lights can be used for a wide variety of indoor and outdoor lighting projects. Add lights to your covered patio or gazebo by hanging strings from overhead beams. If youre handy at DIY projects, you can make light posts using planters and wood poles to run lights around a picnic table, fire pit, or outdoor sitting area. Patio string lights can even be strung across the yard to provide soft lighting during your next outdoor barbeque. For weddings, drape lights behind food and cake tables to create a stunning backdrop or hang multiple strings over the dance floor for beautiful ambient lighting.

To get the most out of your patio lights, keep these helpful tips in mind. Dont wrap patio string lights around trees or columns. The bulbs risk breaking if knocked into a hard surface by the wind. You should avoid draping lights though tree branches as well. For permanent outdoor installations, use bulbs that are wet location rated. These bulbs are designed to withstand direct contact with water and other weather. Damp location rated bulbs can used outdoors temporarily, but should be taken down once you are done using the lights unless if used under cover in a permanent installation where protected from direct contact with water.

Need help deciding which bulbs are best for your black wire patio light string project? Call 1-800-624-4488 today to speak with one of our outdoor lighting experts!

Wedding Lights

With a wide selection of incandescent and LED wedding lighting to choose from, you are sure to find the lighting you need for weddings, receptions, and other special events.

Incandescent Mini Lights

Emitting a traditional warm glow, these incandescent mini lights have a white wire and multiple strings can be connected end to end to create long runs. The bulbs of these outdoor wedding lights are replaceable, and each string includes several replacement bulbs. If a bulb goes out, the string will stay lit as long as the bulb is left in the socket. Just make sure to replace the bulb as soon as possible to prevent additional bulbs from burning out. These wedding string lights can be draped from tree branches, wrapped around columns and trees, or hung to create curtain lights for weddings.

LED Mini Lights

LED mini lights deliver a similar light to incandescent strings while producing less heat, making these lights a good choice for adding lights to fabric decorations or wrapping around trees, columns, or arches. These wedding lights come on a white wire and can have different bulb types. Faceted bulbs have a crystal-like pattern etched into the cap to help soften the light. Wide angle bulbs have a concave cap that disperses light in a 180-degree angle, allowing for the light to be seen from all directions. Spot bulbs have a rounded tip that creates a twinkling effect then the string gently sways. These LED wedding string lights do not have replaceable bulbs. The bulbs are a single molded piece construction designed to keep water from invading the sockets when used outdoors. In the event that a bulb does go out, the string will stay lit.

Antique and Vintage Bulbs

Antique and vintage bulbs add a timeless look and feel to your wedding lighting. Available in incandescent or LED options, these beautiful filament bulbs come in a variety of shapes ranging from Edison bulbs to oversized and specialty bulbs. Use these wedding lights in decorative fixtures such as pendants, chandeliers, and wall sconces or in patio light stringers.

Patio Light Stringers

Add stunning accent lighting to indoor and outdoor weddings with patio light strings. These outdoor wedding lights come with white, black, or green wire and in a variety of lengths. For short runs or temporary installations, look for patio light strings with in-line sockets. For permanent installations or longer runs, use strings with suspended sockets. Long runs of wedding lighting should be supported with a guy wire to help prevent sagging. Pair these strings with incandescent or LED bulbs including S14s, globes, and vintage bulbs. Please note that LED bulbs should be wet location rated if being used for an extended amount of time outdoors.

Battery Operated Lights

Add lights in locations where outlets arent available using these battery operated lights with a white wire. The battery box of these lights can be easily concealed in centerpieces, behind bows, or in potted plants. Choose from incandescent or LED battery operated wedding lights. Incandescent lights have a traditional bulb shape, while LEDs have wide angle bulbs. Battery operated lights are rated for indoor use only. If used outdoors, these wedding string lights need to be taken down once the event is over.

LED Pillar Candles

Enjoy the look and feel of a real candle without the flame and messy wax with these LED pillar candles. These candles operate on batteries and use LEDs to produce a warm flickering glow reminiscent of a flame. Available in assorted heights, LED pillar candles are made from either resin or scented wax. Resin candles are weather resistant and can be used outdoors. Use these candles as part of table light decorations for weddings or place them around the altar.

Planning your big day and are not sure how many wedding lights you need? Get help from one of our lighting experts by call 1-800-624-4488 today!

Wedding Lights

With a wide selection of incandescent and LED wedding lighting to choose from, you are sure to find the lighting you need for weddings, receptions, and other special events.

Incandescent Mini Lights

Emitting a traditional warm glow, these incandescent mini lights have a white wire and multiple strings can be connected end to end to create long runs. The bulbs of these outdoor wedding lights are replaceable, and each string includes several replacement bulbs. If a bulb goes out, the string will stay lit as long as the bulb is left in the socket. Just make sure to replace the bulb as soon as possible to prevent additional bulbs from burning out. These wedding string lights can be draped from tree branches, wrapped around columns and trees, or hung to create curtain lights for weddings.

LED Mini Lights

LED mini lights deliver a similar light to incandescent strings while producing less heat, making these lights a good choice for adding lights to fabric decorations or wrapping around trees, columns, or arches. These wedding lights come on a white wire and can have different bulb types. Faceted bulbs have a crystal-like pattern etched into the cap to help soften the light. Wide angle bulbs have a concave cap that disperses light in a 180-degree angle, allowing for the light to be seen from all directions. Spot bulbs have a rounded tip that creates a twinkling effect then the string gently sways. These LED wedding string lights do not have replaceable bulbs. The bulbs are a single molded piece construction designed to keep water from invading the sockets when used outdoors. In the event that a bulb does go out, the string will stay lit.

Antique and Vintage Bulbs

Antique and vintage bulbs add a timeless look and feel to your wedding lighting. Available in incandescent or LED options, these beautiful filament bulbs come in a variety of shapes ranging from Edison bulbs to oversized and specialty bulbs. Use these wedding lights in decorative fixtures such as pendants, chandeliers, and wall sconces or in patio light stringers.

Patio Light Stringers

Add stunning accent lighting to indoor and outdoor weddings with patio light strings. These outdoor wedding lights come with white, black, or green wire and in a variety of lengths. For short runs or temporary installations, look for patio light strings with in-line sockets. For permanent installations or longer runs, use strings with suspended sockets. Long runs of wedding lighting should be supported with a guy wire to help prevent sagging. Pair these strings with incandescent or LED bulbs including S14s, globes, and vintage bulbs. Please note that LED bulbs should be wet location rated if being used for an extended amount of time outdoors.

Battery Operated Lights

Add lights in locations where outlets arent available using these battery operated lights with a white wire. The battery box of these lights can be easily concealed in centerpieces, behind bows, or in potted plants. Choose from incandescent or LED battery operated wedding lights. Incandescent lights have a traditional bulb shape, while LEDs have wide angle bulbs. Battery operated lights are rated for indoor use only. If used outdoors, these wedding string lights need to be taken down once the event is over.

LED Pillar Candles

Enjoy the look and feel of a real candle without the flame and messy wax with these LED pillar candles. These candles operate on batteries and use LEDs to produce a warm flickering glow reminiscent of a flame. Available in assorted heights, LED pillar candles are made from either resin or scented wax. Resin candles are weather resistant and can be used outdoors. Use these candles as part of table light decorations for weddings or place them around the altar.

Planning your big day and are not sure how many wedding lights you need? Get help from one of our lighting experts by call 1-800-624-4488 today!