The Complete Guide To Permanent String And Globe Lights

Why string lights disappoint

Cafe style string lights over a patio look wonderful for a season. Then the line sags, a few bulbs fail, the cord across the lawn becomes a trip hazard, and every storm means a decision about whether to take them down. They are a temporary solution used permanently, which is why they wear out.

Permanent globe lights

The permanent version uses sealed globes on properly tensioned runs, wired into the same low voltage system as the rest of the property. They are rated for continuous outdoor exposure and carry the same warranty as the roofline hardware.

Full control, not just on and off

Because they sit on the same controller, globes get the whole feature set. Dim them for dinner, warm them up for winter, run colour for a party, schedule them to come on at dusk without anybody touching a switch.

360 degree illumination

Round globes throw light in every direction, which is what gives an outdoor space that even ambient wash rather than a row of bright points with dark space between them. It is the same principle that makes the roofline system work.

Where they work best

Pergolas, covered patios, deck perimeters, poolside cabanas and outdoor kitchens. Anywhere you want the space to feel like a room after dark rather than a garden with a light in it.

Pairing with the roofline

Run as separate zones, the front of the house can hold a quiet warm white while the back runs something entirely different. Or match them for a single continuous look across the whole property. Both are one tap.