Christmas tree lighting

Christmas tree lighting

for indoor and outdoor use

LED light chains can turn a freshly cut or artificial conifer into a true Christmas tree. Warm white or coloured lights can fill the living room or garden with ambience according to taste. A cordless light chain with rechargeable battery, or batteries are ideal if you are looking for flexible placement options . Timers or smart variants allow the lights to be specifically limited to individual time windows, which will benefit the environment and help you save on your electricity bills.

Christmas tree lighting for a cosy living room Indoor fairy lights for more ambience

When it comes to the question of which light is suitable for the Christmas tree, the answer is simple: the fairy lights in all their facets. LED options are available in a variety of sizes, which you can select depending on the size of the tree and personal taste - from classic to fancy to modern. LED lights go perfectly with shiny baubles, and you can even combine this with several fairy lights. Tip: Smart fairy lights such as those from the brand Twinkly allow 3D mapping via the smartphone camera and thus control in individual patterns.

Outdoor christmas tree lighting Festive lighting for the garden

The lights on the Christmas tree in your garden ensure festive anticipation, creating a joyful atmosphere once it's dark. Christmas tree lights can be used with or without cables, depending on the placement. The lighting technology of choice in terms of longevity, energy efficiency and smart design is definitely LED.

Wireless fairy lights Practical fairy light systems

Depending on the placement of the tree and the availability of sockets, cordless versions can be advantageous to light up the room with cosy warm white light. In contrast to the light chain with plug features, wireless light chains operate with batteries: A battery is attached to the shaft of each candle, and the lights are controlled via a remote control included in the delivery. Tip: To avoid wastage, rechargeable batteries can also be used for LED candles.

Practical fairy light systems For a warm play of light around the house

For real Christmas decoration professionals who want to delight the neighbourhood with an atmospherically illuminated garden, fairy light systems are a flexible and versatile option. Depending on the requirements, for example the number of trees and bushes to be decorated, a starter cable is first selected, which is connected to a distributor to connect several fairy lights at once. Extension cables can also be easily integrated into the light chain system. Equipped with an appropriate protection rating of at least IP44, the house will be filled with luminous joy. Tip: With an integrated timer, you can save electricity and still enjoy the lights.

Replacement bulbs for the fairy lights Convert to LED to save on energy consumption

If the fairy lights break, they don't have to be disposed of immediately. Instead, replacement bulbs are a waste-avoiding option - ideally opting for LED versions to save electricity. The following applies: It is best to convert the entire light chain to LED and make sure you select the right socket and wattage when choosing the new bulbs. Depending on the light chain model, simply twist (E10 thread) or pull (push-in socket) the defective bulbs out and refit them - before doing so, be sure to pull out the plug. Then you can enjoy the Christmas tree lighting again.

Elegant play of lights Classic Christmas tree lighting in a flash

An elegant way to add atmospheric light to the Christmas tree is with Christmas tree net lights - a string of lights with a ring at the top. Placed over the top, it traces the silhouette of the tree vertically and makes the individual light points look very structured. This is perfect for the classic Christmas tree, preferably in combination with many gold and red tones. Using a timer for these lights can be very energy-efficient.


FAQ: Frequently asked questions about Christmas tree lighting

Where does the tradition of decorating the Christmas tree come from?

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Which lights are suitable for a Christmas tree?

How long should the fairy lights be and how many lights should they have?

How do you attach a string of lights to a Christmas tree?

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When do you put up the Christmas tree lights and when do you take them down again?