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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Millie Hurst

How to hang outdoor string lights – 4 safe and secure ways

Three images of outdoor string lights.

As the weather warms up, many of us are looking for ways to spruce up our outdoor spaces so that we can enjoy spending more time in them – and one of the best ways to do this is to hang some outdoor string lights.

This brings instant atmosphere, but planning and installing garden lighting isn't always as quick and easy as we would expect. Planning out your backyard string light ideas carefully, as well as using the best tools and fittings for the job, is key to creating a cozy and inviting feature.

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