How to Hang String Lights On A Deck I recently gotthese inexpensive deck railing string light polesfor my parents’ new deck, and the installation took about 20 minutes. The poles come with brackets that attach
So here are my tips for hanging string lights under a deck. (See our full backyard post here.)Tip 1: Invest in decent-quality globe string lightsThis does not mean you need to drop hundreds of dollars on lights. It just means that you might not want to buy the cheapest option you ...
If you want lights to stretch taut around a deck, install a screw eye for every light. If you like your lights to swag, install screw eyes for every other or every third light. Attach String Lights with Carabiners Use mini metal carabiners to attach the lights to the screw eyes. Simply...
To site the beams, pull a level string from the top of the house ledger board to the posts. To fasten the beams, you can cut the posts and place them on top or, if you want to use the posts to support railings, leave them tall and attach the beam to the sides. Next, fasten t...
You can mount holiday lights using plastic clips that attach to gutters or shingles. The most common ones clip to the gutter's edge and hold either individual lights or the wire between them. You can also use siding clips to string lights vertically. Alternatively, you can instal...
Before you begin your work in installing recessed deck lights, it is highly recommended to turn the power off in your house. Using the 3-inchForstnerdrill bit, make a flat-bottomed hole in your deck floor to every deck light location that you want. Make sure to keep your drill bit devic...
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While a porch and a deck serve the same purpose, you may be wondering what the difference is between the two when it comes to building them.
Where do I want to attach the deck?You’ll need an area with relatively level ground that also makes sense with the layout of your home. Consider the view you’ll have from your deck, as well as any direct access doors from your home to the deck. ...
If you opt for icicle lights, string them from second-story balconies or perimeter joists of decks, or hang them from rain gutters. The best way to attach lights to a roof isn’t with nails or staples, but with plastic light clips. There are many sizes and styles, but all work similar...