How To Hang String Lights On Vinyl Siding

Regardless get some hooks so you don t have to deal with the holes if you ever get rid of the lights.

How to hang string lights on vinyl siding.

Hang the light strands onto the clips. Hanging string patio lights what we used string lights we used one strand zip ties in black. Which we should have done. Just search siding hooks on amazon countless options.

Install the hooks following product directions along the desired path of the light string. Measure the distance of the light string path to determine the number of hooks you need to use. Again we secured the lights with a zip tie. How to hang christmas lights on vinyl siding step 1.

For adequate support you can mount exterior light fixtures to a solid block or base which you usually install before or during the siding process. To reposition a clip remove the adhesive strip by pulling its exposed bottom tab straight down. Replaced old light fixture with a waterproof outlet and hung string lights. Mounting box with built in electrical box.

If you have siding or brick you will need to drill a little hole to get it started. Mark the spots on the trees and drill guide holes. Kevin was able to just twist the large hook into the vinyl without any tools. With a helper string the lights from one tree to the next holding them carefully to make sure the holes are the right distance apart.

This stretches the strip and breaks the seal between the. Thanks to checking in with chelsea and this video for giving me the sheperds ho. Vinyl siding isn t waterproof it lets water behind it by design.