Before I talk about decorative solar lights in this article here are a few of the latest decorative solar lights that I have already reviewed in previous post along with link to where you can purchase these lights at the best price.

Below I have listed some of the portable solar panels that I have reviewed so far along with links to both my in depth portable solar panel reviews and a link to where you can purchase that specific portable solar panel at the best price possible.

Powerfilm 60w Folding Solar Panel

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Top Online Solar Light Stores

1. SolarLightStore.com

SolarLightStore.com has one of the best selections of solar lights, as well as other solar lighting products. Their prices are very competitive with other online solar light retailers, they always have a sale or special going on, and best of all they offer free shipping on all of their solar lights.

2. Amazon.com

Amazon.com probably has one of the largest selection of solar lights on the internet as well as some of the best prices on solar lights and solar lighting products. Plus most of their solar lights and other solar lighting products ship for free most of the time.

3. Gardeners.com

Gardeners.com has a limited selection of solar lights, but almost every light that they do carry has been reviewed and commented on by a large number of customers (most 50+ times). Also this is a great website for picking up your other outdoor and garden products.

This little water proof portable solar charger offers you hours of extended batter life to almost all of your handheld devices no matter where in the world that you are. It comes with 4 different wall outlet adapters that cover over 150 different countries around the world, and if you just happen to be in an area where electricity is not an option this little portable charger comes with it’s own solar panel to recharge itself. So if you are a weekend camper or like to bike or go on hikes this little portable solar charger is the perfect item to keep your MP3 player or your cell phone fully charged throughout the day.

PowerMonkey eXplorer Specs

Charging The PowerTraveller PowerMonkey eXplorer

The PowerMonkey Explorer features short circuit protection, over charging protection, as well as over discharging protection to keep all of your hand held devices safe. There are three different ways to charge the eXplorer. You can use the Solar Slave, plug it into a USB connection, or by plugging it into a wall outlet.

Here are the charging times:

• Solar-slave: 6hrs of sunlight will charge powermonkey-eXplorer enough for one full cell phone charge.
• Wall Outlet charging: takes about 3.5hrs to fully charge.
• USB charging: takes about 6hrs to fully charge.

PowerTraveller PowerMonkey eXplorer Tip Pack

The tip pack includes 10 of the most popular connectors for that will fit most hand held electronic devices. If for some reason you need one that is not included in the tip pack there are many others that are available to order through the PowerTraveller website.

Tip pack includes:
1. Siemens C25 tip
2. Motorola V Series tip
3. Samsung E900 tip
4. Mini USB tip
5. Mini Nokia DC2.0 tip
6. PSP & digital camera DC 4.0 tip
7. USB tip
8. Sony Ericsson wide 750i tip
9. iPod charging tip
10. Laptop retractable USB charging cable

PowerTraveller PowerMonkey eXplorer Charging Specs

Below is a list of the maximum performance you can expect from charging your hand held devices with the PowerMonkey eXplorer portable solar charger.

• All iPods – 40 hours
• Most Cell Phones – 96 hours
• Digital Cameras – 1600 pictures (powers digital cameras but does not charge them)
• PSPs – 5 hours
• MP3s – 6 hours
• PDAs – 48 hours

PowerTraveller PowerMonkey eXplorer User Manual

If you would like to learn more about the PowerTraveller PowerMonkey eXplorer portable solar charger then you can click the link below for the PowerTraveller PowerMonkey eXplorer User Manual that explains everything about the eXplorer and how to properly use it.

PowerTraveller PowerMonkey eXplorer User Manual (PDF)

The Powerfilm F15-3600 is specially designed to be folded up so that it will easily fit in most backpacks, laptop cases, or duffle bags. So it is perfect for powering up most electronic devices like hand held gps systems, cell phones, as well as laptop computers.

Powerfilm F15-3600 60w Specs

Powerfilm F15-3600 Power Specifications
Power Rating: 60 Watts
Voltage: 15.4 Volts
Current: 3.6 Amps

Powerfilm F15-3600 Dimensions

Weight: 3 pounds 3 ounces
Folded: 11″ x 9.5″ x 2.8″
Unfolded: 60″ x 42″

Powerfilm F15-3600 Features

• Made of rugged UV and weather resistant materials that can withstand harsh environments
• includes reverse blocking diode, and a 3 foot cable with cigarette lighter adapter.
• You can easily daisy chain multiple Powerfilm solar panels when needed for additional power
• Comes with a 1 year warranty

Powerfilm F15-3600 60w Folding Solar Panel Charger Applications

The Powerfilm F15-3600 60w folding solar panel charger is perfect for camping or working in remote locations where power is not readily available. This large 60w folding solar panel charger is the perfect portable solution to not only power up your mobile electronic devices, but for charging up 12 volt batteries and power systems.

Bamboo metal tiki torches are both popular and practical for beach and backyard parties. These can be purchased for about 17 dollars at any reputable hardware or home products store. The main metal element of this type of torch is black, with an opening at the top for the wick to protrude through. The torch consists of a bamboo pole (or holder) designed to be driven into the ground, and a fuel canister held safely within a woven bamboo basket. To prepare the black metal torch, first fill the can with fuel, then allow a little time for the fuel to be absorbed by the wick. No sooner this has been done, the wick can be lit and the torch will be ready for use. The torch will then provide light whenever wanted, and for as long as sufficient fuel is available in the can.

Quite often, people are apprehensive about using tiki torches, believing they may cause a fire by igniting things around the area where they are used. However, you can rest assured that a tiki torch is as safe as safe can be. This is because its flame is not only safely enclosed; it is remarkably steady, too. Of course, they must not be set up below overhangs or such places where they are likely to be tipped over by kids or pets. For added safety, tiki torches come with attached caps which are designed to put out torch flames whenever required. However, if you are still not comfortable with open-flame torches in your garden or backyard, consider black metal tiki torches. Many metal tiki torch options are equipped with clear glass enclosures for the flame. This way, you will have all the light you want and peace of mind, too.

There are many places you can use solar post lights around your home. When placed on the top of any post they will provide enough light to make it safer to walk around at night. Your deck or patio lighting can be improved by placing a few of these post lights at the entrance, along the edge, or on step posts. You can illuminate your property border with some of these lights on fence posts. Use them along driveways and paths to provide more visibility and safety when navigating your home.

Solar post cap lights will simply fit over the top of a post. They are quick and easy to install yourself, with no wiring needed. Just a few screws to fix it to the post and that’s it. Most of these lights will come with batteries included, and use LED bulbs that are long lasting and provide a good bright light.

Solar lamp post lights are a free standing solar light that often has an old fashioned streetlight design. They are usually made of cast aluminum which makes them weather resistant and long lasting. They will join together multiple LED bulbs to provide a brighter light. Due to their use of solar power, there is no wiring required making them also easy to install.

The best solar lighting advice is to try some of these solar post lights around your home and benefit from using free solar energy. They are versatile lights that will add safety and functionality to your outdoor areas.

Over the past few years, LED lights have steadily replaced conventional Incandescent lights owing to some notable differences that separate the two options. Traditional incandescent bulbs emit more heat, consume more power, and result in higher power bills. Moreover, they are neither environment friendly nor cost-efficient and require obstructive wiring, too. This is why flexible LED strip lights are a far better alternative to use this festive season..

While LED strip lighting is used for the same applications as rope lighting, it differs in terms of design, flexibility, variety of choices and power consumption. LED strip lights are just as easy to install and operate as rope lights, if not easier. They can be easily cut to different sizes by buyers to suit their individual needs. This makes them extremely convenient for custom lighting applications. Insofar as energy consumption, strip lights use an amazingly low amount of energy, and even a standard 12V battery can be used to power them.

To give your home a unique, colorful and vibrant ambiance during the holidays, consider color changing LED strip lights. Users can pre-program these lights to emit different colored lighting effects at staggered intervals, according to their specific requirements. Each strip also comes with strong, back adhesive which makes it easy to place them just about anywhere around the home. Color changing LED strip lighting can also be used during the day, creating a soft, eye-pleasing ambiance, even though they may not be too conspicuous when switched on. At night, however, they create a magical and mood setting environment, unlike most other options.

For the coming holiday season, invest in LED strip lights. Apart from being affordably priced, there are no limits to the variety of combinations you can come up with. So, if you want your home to be the star of the neighborhood during the festive season … put them at the top of your holiday shopping list.

Solar lights though have so many more different uses and you might just be surprised at the different types of these lights and the places that people are using them to add a little light and atmosphere around their house. Follow along and I will explain a little about solar lights and how they are being used today.

Solar Lights

Solar lights come in all shapes, sizes, styles, and finishes so finding the perfect lights to fit your taste and outdoor lighting needs is a breeze as long as you do a little research ahead of time.

Solar Light Finishes

Everyone has their own personal preference when it comes to the finish of the lights. My wife and I personally prefer the copper lights around our yard and garden, but if that isn’t what you like don’t worry because there are tons of different finishes available so I am sure you will easily find one that you like. Here are some of the more popular solar light finishes that are available.

• Black Plastic Solar Lights
• Bronze Solar Lights
• Copper Solar Lights
• Stainless Steel Solar Lights

Solar Light Styles

Solar lights come in a wide range of styles, but here a few of the more popular styles that are available today.

Solar Stake Lights - These lights feature a solar light that set on top of a plastic stake. These lights are a breeze to install all you have to do is pick out a nice sunny spot in your yard and press the stake and the light into the ground and you are done. This style of light is often used as pathway lights.

Solar Lanterns - These outdoor lanterns are usually found hanging on a shepherds type stake in a lot of peoples gardens, but there are several different varieties including the solar Japanese paper lanterns that you can hang from your trees.

Decorative Solar Lights - These lights are usually of some whimsical character like gnomes, but dragonflies, turtles, and solar hummingbird lights are also popular as well.

Types Of Solar Lights

There are many different types of outdoor solar lights with many different uses. Here are just a few of the more popular uses of these outdoor lights.

Solar Path Lights - As we talked about earlier this is probably the number one use of these lights, and they are just perfect for it. Most solar path lights are sold in sets of 8 to 10 lights that is usually enough to light the way along most sidewalks up to your front door.

Solar Spot Lights - These lights are great for adding a little light above the garage or back patio for when you want more light, but don’t want to pay the increased electrical bills associated with adding more lights or the electrician to hook them up.

Solar Security Lights - These lights are pretty similar to the solar spotlight except these lights are usually equipped with a motion sensor that only turns the lights on when someone walks by.

Solar Driveway Lights - Solar Driveway lighting is another great use for these lights. Whether is using inexpensive solar pathway lights to line your driveway or actually buying flush mount solar powered driveway lights that you actually mount to the edges of your driveway. Adding these lights to your driveway are not only a great way to make coming home a little safer, but is also a great way to add a little curb appeal to your house as well.

Solar garden Lights – Adding a little solar light here and there in your garden is a great way to highlight all the special features and beauty of your garden after the sun goes down. I like to use garden light around my outdoor water fountains and bird baths, but I have several friend that also like to use solar powered garden lights around their garden sculptures statues, and trellises. Another great use for solar lighting in the garden is the new floating solar pool lights that also work great as gold fish pond lights as well.

Solar Landscape Lights – Gone are the days of wired landscape lighting and all the costs and hassles associated with it. Today’s solar landscape lighting is perfect for just about any home owner who wants to add a little light here and there around their yard without going to a lot of trouble.

Solar Deck Lights - If you entertain a lot during the summer on you back deck then you have to check out all the different solar deck lights that are perfect for not only adding a little light, but for setting the mood for the evening as well. There are solar sconces that are perfect for mounting on the house behind the deck to add a little wall lighting to the area, or there are special made solar post lights that act as caps on the posts between your hand rails. There are also Solar LED string lights that are perfect for wrapping around posts and handrails to add a little color and light to the area.

Where To Find Cheap Solar Lights

There are many places to find inexpensive or cheap solar lights. You could always check your local gardener’s supply company for any discontinued lights that they might have available, but the best place to research and purchase outdoor solar lighting is online. There is every imaginable type of solar outdoor lighting online so not only is it a great place to find specialty lights that might not be available in stores like solar Victorian lanterns, but you can also do price comparisons as well. So you are almost always guaranteed to purchase your lights at the best price.

So as you can see there is a lot of different solar lights that are available for your yard. The important thing is to do a little research and planning ahead of time before you purchase your lights. That way you will know exactly how many and what kind of solar lights that you need to finish your project.