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Outdoor Lighting FAQs
What is the difference between damp-rated and wet-rated outdoor lighting?
Damp-rated fixtures handle moisture and humidity but not direct water, so they suit covered porches, soffits, and gazebos. Wet-rated fixtures withstand direct rain and sprinklers and can go anywhere exposed, including open patios, eaves, and walls. Always match the rating to the location. Feit Electric labels each outdoor fixture's rating right on the packaging.
Can outdoor lights turn on automatically at night?
Yes. Dusk-to-dawn outdoor lights use a built-in photocell to switch on at dusk and off at sunrise automatically, while motion-activated lights trigger only when movement is detected nearby. Many fixtures combine both for steady ambient light plus a brighter motion burst. Feit Electric offers dusk-to-dawn, motion, and solar models for hands-free outdoor lighting.
Are solar outdoor lights bright enough to be useful?
Yes. Modern solar outdoor lights use efficient LEDs and improved panels to deliver usable brightness for pathways, accents, and security, charging by day and running automatically at night with no wiring or electricity costs. Performance depends on daily sun exposure. Feit Electric solar lighting installs without an electrician and runs free off sunlight.
Can you connect multiple sets of outdoor string lights together?
Most standard plug-in string light sets are linkable end-to-end, letting you run several strands from one outlet across a patio or pergola. Solar-powered and battery-operated sets typically are not linkable. Always check the packaging for the maximum number of sets you can safely connect. Feit Electric plug-in string lights link end to end for easy, expandable coverage.
What types of outdoor lighting do I need for my home?
Most homes use a mix: pathway and landscape lights for walkways and gardens, security floodlights and motion lights for entries and dark corners, wall and porch lights at doorways, and string lights for patios. Layering them adds both safety and ambiance. Feit Electric covers all of these, from landscape and security to decorative string lighting.
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