{"title":"Green LED string lights","description":"\u003cp\u003eFirst count the linear metres to be covered, then check the available power supply and the protection rating: these three points decide the real use of a green fairy lights string. The colour of the diode, from bright green to pastel green, is then chosen according to the surface and the light already present in the room.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"lumiere\"\u003eWhat light does a green LED string give?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA green LED string emits a light coloured by the diode itself, not by a filter placed over a white bulb: the shade does not shift over time. The result depends on two things, the shade of green and the background it stands out against. On a light wall, the green contrasts and colours the surface; on a dark wall, it becomes an accent that underlines an outline; on foliage, the light blends into the leaves and brings out the plant material.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGreen LED strings: bright green or pastel green?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBright green is assertive and noticeable even in an already lit room. Pastel green lays a soft, almost transparent veil, suited to a bedroom or a headboard. In between, mint green stays fresh on light furniture, while fir green, dark and deep, is intended for foliage and facades. One shade per area: two similar greens side by side read as a supply mistake. The \u003ca href=\"https:\/\/designix.fr\/collections\/guirlandes-led\"\u003eLED string lights collection\u003c\/a\u003e can be browsed shade by shade.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGreen foliage or green wire: what the shade changes in the room\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA green wire disappears on a plant support or a painted wall: only the light remains visible. Green foliage, on the other hand, adds a material, the string becomes a plant decoration with an often warm white light. The choice is made on the desired effect, an assertive colour on one side, plant volume on the other. The \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/guirlandes-lumineuses\"\u003edecorative string lights\u003c\/a\u003e cover both families.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"ou\"\u003eWhere to install a green string light in the home?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIn the home, grazing light does all the work: placed against a wall, a green string colours the surface instead of lighting the room. Headboard, shelf, stair railing, window or door frame, each support gives a different pattern. Outdoors, stay in sheltered spots: covered terrace, conservatory, balcony under an awning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eVertical LED string: how to hang it from top to bottom?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHanging, a vertical string draws luminous strands over the full height of a wall or window. Two fixed points at the top are enough, a lintel or a rod, then the strands are left to hang down without tangling. The length is measured as wall height plus a return, and the socket must remain accessible. This setup suits a bare wall section; \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/guirlandes-led-220v\"\u003e220V LED strings that plug into the mains\u003c\/a\u003e simplify connection when a socket is nearby.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eBalcony, terrace, conservatory: the spots that hold up\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a railing, fix the string on the inner side so it stays protected from splashes and strong wind. A balcony railing is covered by following the handrail, with a slight slack between two fastenings. Where no socket reaches, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/guirlandes-led-rechargeables\"\u003erechargeable balcony strings\u003c\/a\u003e are put out in the evening and recharged indoors.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"ip\"\u003eIndoor or outdoor: which IP protection rating to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe two-digit protection rating describes a luminaire's resistance to dust and water. IP20 indicates dry indoor use, IP44 withstands water splashes, IP65 resists water jets. A higher rating does not make the string brighter: it only changes the places where it can live.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eIP44 or IP65: which one for a balcony?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA balcony sheltered by an awning or an upper floor receives little direct water: IP44 is enough. A balcony exposed to driving rain, a facade or a hedge require IP65, designed to stay outside. If in doubt, take the higher rating: \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/guirlandes-led-ip65\"\u003ewaterproof IP65 LED strings\u003c\/a\u003e withstand continuous exposure without damage to the string.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat the IP rating does not protect: plug, transformer, connection\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plug, the power supply unit and the connectors are not covered by the string's rating. Even in IP65, a transformer placed on the ground in a puddle remains at risk. Keep them raised, under a ledge or indoors, and check that the connection plug is properly pushed in. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/guirlandes-led-ip44\"\u003eIP44 LED strings for covered terraces\u003c\/a\u003e suit this mixed setup well, string outside and power supply inside.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eWhich protection rating for which location\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLocation\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eIP rating\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eSuitable power supply\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eTo check\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLiving room, bedroom, headboard\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMains or rechargeable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAccessible socket to switch off\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eCovered terrace, conservatory\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP44\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMains, 24V or rechargeable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransformer kept dry\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSheltered balcony\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP44\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eSolar or rechargeable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eDirect sunlight on the panel\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eGarden, facade, hedge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP65\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMains or 24V\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eConnections and plug out of water\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIndoor Christmas tree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP20\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMains\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eContact with branches\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStand or temporary event\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP20 to IP44\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e24V or rechargeable\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTransport and storage\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"longueur\"\u003eWhat length of string for which surface?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA string is measured in linear metres, never in square metres. Take the length of the support to be covered, add the corner returns and the distance to the socket, then a slight slack between two fastenings. A three-metre railing does not need three metres of string, but three metres plus the connection allowance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow to measure before buying a string?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUnroll a tape measure along the planned route, following the angles rather than in a straight line. Count separately the descent to the socket or the solar panel. Note the measurement, then add a reasonable allowance for the fastenings: a string that is too tight stretches and pulls on the connections. The table below gives usage benchmarks, to be adjusted to your support.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eLED spacing: why a low-density string shows\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo strings of the same length do not give the same effect if the LEDs are closer together or further apart. A tight density forms a continuous line of light; a medium density reads as a rosary of separate points. On a tree or a window curtain, a dense and shorter string is better than a long and sparse one. Not all \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/guirlandes-led\"\u003eLED strings\u003c\/a\u003e show the same density, it is a criterion to compare before choosing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ctable\u003e\n\u003ccaption\u003eWhat length to plan according to use\u003c\/caption\u003e\n\u003cthead\u003e\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eUse\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLength to plan\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eLED density\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003cth\u003eType of string\u003c\/th\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\u003c\/thead\u003e\n\u003ctbody\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eHeadboard or shelf\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003e2 to 3 m\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFine string on wire\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWall or window as a curtain\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eWall height plus return\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eVertical string with strands\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eStair railing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRailing length plus corner allowance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFlexible string\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eBalcony railing\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRailing length plus allowance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium to tight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP44 outdoor model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eFacade or hedge\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eLinear length plus connection allowance\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eMedium\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eIP65 model\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003ctr\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTree\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eAbout three times the tree height\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eTight\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003ctd\u003eRosary-style string\u003c\/td\u003e\n\u003c\/tr\u003e\n\u003c\/tbody\u003e\n\u003c\/table\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"alimentation\"\u003eMains, 24V, solar or rechargeable string: which power supply to choose?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e220V plugs directly into a socket and accepts long runs. 24V goes through a transformer to be kept dry. Solar works without a socket but depends on sunlight. Rechargeable can be moved and placed where no cable reaches. The choice is made by use, not by performance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhere to place the transformer of a 24V string?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe transformer converts mains current to low voltage, it must stay dry and ventilated. Place it behind a piece of furniture, under an awning or in a closed box, never in wet grass or in a runoff area. Plan the cable length to the first LED before fixing the string. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/guirlandes-led-24v\"\u003e24V low-voltage LED strings\u003c\/a\u003e suit long lines installed high up.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eSolar or rechargeable string: which one for a balcony without a socket?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSolar suits a balcony exposed to the sun for a good part of the day: the panel is fixed in daylight and the string lights up in the evening. If the balcony stays in shade, recharging is necessary: the string is detached, recharged indoors, then put back in place. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/guirlandes-led-solaires\"\u003eSolar strings without a socket\u003c\/a\u003e and \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/guirlandes-led-rechargeables\"\u003erechargeable strings\u003c\/a\u003e meet these two cases. For the rest of the home, \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003ethe Designix lighting catalogue\u003c\/a\u003e completes the fixed lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"fixer\"\u003eHow to hang and fix a green LED string?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFix the string with adhesive hooks, clips or cable clips suited to the support, never with a nail driven into the cable. Stretch without pulling on the connections, leave a slight slack between two fastenings and keep the socket accessible so it can be switched off easily.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eFixing without drilling: what holds on a wall, wood, a railing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a painted wall, an adhesive hook degreased beforehand holds a light string; on wood, a wide-headed pin or a clip is enough. On a metal railing, soft cable ties avoid scratching the paint. An insulated cable clip protects the cable where it rubs. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/guirlandes-led-220v\"\u003eModels running on a standard socket\u003c\/a\u003e simply require keeping the power cable within reach.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eMaintenance and storage of a green string light\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAlways unplug before handling, cleaning or storing. A dry cloth is enough on the cable and LEDs, water does not get into the connections even in IP65. When storing, wind loosely around a board or in a wide box to avoid sharp creases, and store in a dry place. An outdoor string is stored away from moisture between seasons.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"ruban\"\u003eA cuttable LED strip, how does it work?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn LED strip is only cut at the marks printed on the circuit board, never between two marks. Cut with the power off, check the voltage intended for the strip, then power the new end with a connector or a solder joint, without exceeding what the power supply accepts.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eWhat can be cut and what cannot on an LED strip\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach portion between two marks forms a small complete circuit: cutting in the right place preserves the lighting, cutting between two marks leaves a dead section. A rosary-style string, on the other hand, cannot be recut, its length and connection are fixed by the manufacturer. Check the voltage and power accepted by the power supply before any cut. The \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/guirlandes-lumineuses\"\u003edecorative string lights\u003c\/a\u003e sold as rosaries do not fall into this case.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eConnecting properly after cutting\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter cutting, the new end must receive a clamp connector or a solder joint protected by a sleeve. Identify the positive and negative, they are marked on the circuit. Test before fixing permanently, then insulate the connection for outdoor use. A poorly protected connection remains the weak point of an installation, even with a string well rated for protection.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"accorder\"\u003eHow to match a green string with the rest of the decor?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen matches light wood, rattan, off-white and green plants. On a white wall, it contrasts clearly; on a dark wall, it becomes a discreet accent. For a tree or a wedding, prefer a single shade rather than mixing several greens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eOne shade of green or several mixed?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTwo different greens in the same scene create visual hesitation, unless they are clearly distinct, like a fir green on the foliage and a mint green on a piece of furniture. In a living room, it is better to keep the green string as secondary lighting and leave the main lighting in warm white. \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/guirlandes-led-ip65\"\u003eOutdoor strings resistant to rain\u003c\/a\u003e hold this place outside, all season.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eGreen Christmas string or green summer string: the same rules?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOn a tree, density comes first: a tight string blends into the branches and colours the inside of the tree. On a summer terrace, the string is hung as a garland on a pergola or a railing, with a single shade and a suitable IP rating. A wedding or a shop window accepts a more assertive bright green, visible from afar. The rules of measurement and power supply do not change, only the intensity of the effect varies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eSecure payment, tracked delivery, returns and Designix customer service: the team answers measurement and connection questions before ordering. Compare the \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/guirlandes-led\"\u003eLED strings\u003c\/a\u003e by length and protection rating, then choose the shade. To broaden your search to room lighting, browse \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/luminaire\"\u003eour selection of luminaires\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2 id=\"faq\"\u003eFrequently asked questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan a green string light be left outside all year?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIt depends on its protection rating: an IP65 string is designed to stay exposed to rain, an IP44 only for a sheltered balcony or a covered terrace. In all cases, the plug and the transformer must stay protected from water, outside runoff areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eWhat is the difference between a green LED string and a green foliage string?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe first emits a green light: the diodes colour the wall or the facade. The second imitates foliage, with green leaves and an often warm white light. The choice depends on the desired effect, an assertive colour on one side, plant decor on the other.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eDoes a green LED string use a lot of electricity?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAn LED string uses significantly less than a string with classic bulbs, but actual consumption depends on the number of LEDs and the power stated on the packaging. The figure to compare between models is the wattage, not the length of the wire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eGreen LED string or warm white: which one to choose?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGreen clearly colours a wall, foliage or a facade and serves as a decorative accent. Warm white lights without tinting and matches all interiors. For a living room where you read or entertain, warm white remains more comfortable; green is installed as secondary lighting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/details\u003e\n\n\u003cdetails\u003e\n\u003csummary\u003eCan two LED strings be connected together?\u003c\/summary\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOnly if the manufacturer provides a connection plug at the end of the string, and without exceeding the number of strings accepted by the power supply. Two strings from different brands cannot be connected together. 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