The Backyard Lights That Brighten Your Garden Without Taking Up Extra Space

If your backyard garden needs some extra light but you're short on space, you need to invest in solar-powered fence lights. This illuminating invention is a space-saving way to brighten up your dim backyard while providing elevated ambiance, perfect for a summertime get-together or a relaxing evening outdoors. Best of all, these take practically no time to install, making it a perfect solution for everyone, no matter their experience.

Solar-powered fence lights are durable since they are made for the outdoors, generally lasting between three and five years. And since they are solar-powered and don't run off your home's electricity, they are affordable to use year-round, with the only cost being the upfront purchasing cost. These lights are low maintenance and need only the occasional cleaning.

TikToker @lkbuilds showed how easy it is to install a 4-pack of Bridika Solar Fence Lights, available on Amazon for $35.99. Or for an even better deal, you can pick up the 6-pack of Peasur Outdoor Solar Lights with a motion sensor for $29.99. No matter if you have a luxuriously large backyard with a giant party-sized patio or a small backyard that you want to make the most of, having extra lighting that doesn't take up extra space is a smart idea to help you see during the dusky and dark hours. Here's how to install these nifty, budget-friendly outdoor lighting solutions.

The first step to maximizing your outdoor lighting, whether for home security or just for style, is determining how many lights you need. Will you install these lights across your entire fence or just on one section, perhaps where your garden is? Will you need only a little light and space them out considerably, or do you prefer to space them closer together for an even brighter experience?

Once you've determined how many lights you need and have purchased them, it's time to get measuring. Take your handy dandy tape measure to measure your fence, and mark where the lights will be installed. Pro tip: Having your fence lighting spaced out evenly makes your project look like a high-end project installation, but no one needs to know that you did this project yourself!

Take a piece of painter's or masking tape and place it on the back of your fence light, and mark where the screw holes are with a pen or marker. Move this tape to your fence to indicate where you should drill your holes. Double-check your spacing once more — it's better to measure twice and drill once. Drill your pilot holes and remove the tape. Drill the screws into your fence and mount your solar-powered fence lights — it's just that easy. One final note: If you don't want to make screw holes in your fence, you can try hooks with waterproof adhesive tape, though this might not be best in all weather conditions.