There have been various eras of solar technology, but it is believed to have been in 1883 that solar power was first turned to electricity (and so able to power a light), with the very first ‘solid-state’ solar cell. A photovoltaic cell had been developed as early as 1839, but it took many decades and … Continued

It’s a question we hear frequently around the office, and in the world of lighting it’s something that gets increasingly enquired about. Just what is AC and DC power? And why is it so special that Australia’s most famous rock band chose to name themselves after it? Apparently, according to the band, it symbolises the … Continued

With no energy costs and often simple installation, more and more people are putting their faith into the solar revolution, particularly for simple garden lights. Recent advancements in the technology enable them to be used all year round, but how do they actually work? Solar panels and photovoltaic cells It’s a very simple concept. All … Continued

Now we are big fans of solar lights, but we do understand that they can cause some people a lot of issues. If you’re struggling with yours then try out a couple of our handy tips to see if you can get them working again. 1. Check that they’re turned on You would be surprised … Continued

Why is it important to clean the solar panel? The solar panel is responsible for absorbing the sun’s rays in order to charge the batteries that power the solar light. Anything that obstructs the panel from receiving sunlight can negatively impact the amount of charge received and therefore the performance of the light. Dust and … Continued

Today, I’m going to talk you through how to create some unique lights for the home, using just some simple wire lights and some things that you can find around the home. They might also make a great Mother’s Day gift. So, here we go…   STEP 1: GATHER MATERIALS My idea was to try and … Continued

Following on from our profiles of the Tipping Family Lights and the Muldowney Christmas Lights, we’ve been in touch with another long time Festive Lights customer, Daniel Buckingham. Daniel runs Margam animated light show in Southampton. His light show includes over 25,000 lights set to music! This year in conjunction with dig deep fundraising, Dan’s … Continued