Round up the number you get to the nearest 1 2 ft 0 15 m and write it down on a pad of paper.
Best way to hang outdoor lights on patio.
First screw a cup hook into one end of the 2x2.
Once you ve installed your cup hooks or strung up your wire you re ready to put up the lights.
Lay string lights around the perimeter of your deck.
Visualize where you want each strand.
Hanging lights with wire whether it s an outdoor patio pergola structure open yard or tree filled glade outdoor string lights will add magic.
Aim for a natural look instead of a uniform architectural style.
Fill planter with concrete.
Using support wires isn t required.
Climb a ladder and stretch a tape measure along each section of the overhanging structure where you plan on hanging lights.
Hang patio lights using planters and wood posts paint planters and posts.
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It makes hanging lights look uniform not messy.
You may add concrete or more soil in the planters bottom to make them sturdy enough to hold the extra weight.
Hang string lights in or on shrubs.
Wrap the string lights around trees.
Use a glue gun.
Wipe planters clean with a damp cloth.
Predrill holes into the wood structural supports in your marked locations.
Place planters upside down on a drop cloth and cover.
Use a ladder for hard to reach.
Once you ve checked this spacing unplug the lights to hang the rest of the string.
Learn how to hang outdoor string lights for the dreamiest backyard escape step 1.
Another idea to hang string lights in your backyard is to use the planters.
For at least one side of the lights you can use gutter hooks to hold the outdoor string lights.
Measure the projected path of your lights in feet.
How to hang outdoor patio lights without nails.
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.
Then add each of the individual measurements together.
Then screw the pole into the railing.
Drape your string lights between tree branches.
Place the unpainted end of a 2 x 2 x 8 post in each of the planters.
But in order to ensure longevity especially if you want to string them overhead i think the best way is to use support wire.
Use sturdy screws and you may need to drill a pilot hole first.
However you can spruce up your backyard or outdoor space without using a drill or staple gun in one of these ways.
Plug the lights directly into an exterior outlet or into an outdoor extension cord and position the first bulb next to the mounting hardware.
The main disadvantage of this method is that the planters are filled with concrete which is heavy.
