Consider using Solar Lamps for your Garden Home Garden by Rose McKellen - March 11, 2013 A garden can act as a great place after sunset for a gathering with friends or you can just simply have a quiet and cozy time reading a book. But have you ever considered replacing the electric lights of the garden with solar-powered ones? It can be your first major step to preserve energy. And what better way than going for the one which is the source of all forms of life in this planet – the sun. There are several reasons why I chose to install solar lamps in my garden. And I am proudly putting them forward in order to make you realize why a solar lamp is so important. #1. Lowers Electricity Bills: The battery in a solar lamp gets its charge from the solar panels, which absorb the sun’s rays all throughout the day. As it does not need electricity, the price you need to pay every month for the usage of electricity will obviously drop down. #2. Greater Safety: Now, you can be free of worries when you send your kids to the garden to play. Unlike an electrical lamp, a solar lamp does not require wires. Therefore, there is no risk of electrocution, and they are extremely safe to use. #3. Works during a Power Outage: As solar lamps do not require electricity to run, they will keep on working during a power outage. Imagine how your well-lit garden will look while the entire neighborhood will remain engulfed in darkness. #4. Easier to Maintain: These lights charge themselves during the day and automatically turn themselves on as night comes. They also do not require any wires. As a result, it is easier to handle and maintain them. It is very easy to install them too, and you can do it yourself. #5. Enhances the Look of the Garden: Available in various styles and sizes, these lamps greatly enhance the aesthetic value of the garden. They are not only efficient in providing powerful light, but also look great as a garden decoration. You can even place them strategically to highlight certain areas and make a pathway in the garden.