Solar-powered yard lights are simple devices. They have three basic components - a light bulb, a rechargeable battery, and a small solar cell panel built into the top of the light. Since they use no electricity, they operate for free and create no air pollution. To install one, just attach it to your house wall, a deck rail or steps, or push a mounting post into the ground. Generally, it is a good idea to let the sun charge it up for a couple of days first and then switch it on.
All models have electric eyes that switch on automatically from dusk to dawn.
The styles of many of the new solar-powered accent and security lights have gone contemporary. For versatility and because they are so easy to move as you change your landscaping, select ones that can be mounted either on a post or against a wall. With advances in solar cell technology and efficiency, the smaller solar cells are integrated into the sleek new designs. If you tried older solar lights before and were dissatisfied, you will be surprised at the much brighter light output, styles and features of the new ones. Not only are they brighter, but their higher efficiency provides more hours of light at night on a single day's recharge from the sun.