One of the most important things to remember while decorating, or landscaping a backyard is the safety of family and friends. By using a simple light rope, you can easily make your back yard a safe and secure place to play and celebrate. Here are some of the ways in which you can use a store bought light rope to increase the safety in your own yard!
1. Use your light rope to mark the edge of a pool or hot tub area. This can be done by either attaching the rope to a surrounding fence or by running a more permanent light rope fixture around the actual rim of the pool’s edge.
2. Use your light rope to illuminate a backyard walkway. Finding your way to a backyard shed or even the barbecue area can be difficult in the dark. By simply running a light rope along the edge of a marked walkway you can decrease the chances of injury and avoid walking through surrounding landscaping and gardens.
3. Use your light rope to provide security! Running a set of lights around the backdoor or screen porch entrance can do a lot to deter potential intruders.
4. Use your light rope to highlight a single feature! By placing a rope light along the ground and marking an area of the garden you can ensure that all your guests will notice and admire your gardening efforts! Try shedding some light on a gorgeous flowering shrub or even a blooming fruit tree!
5. Use your light rope to avoid trips and falls. A light rope is perfect for marking the edge of an elevated deck or patio area! However, be sure to attach the rope securely, if left loose, the rope could trip family members and guests and actually cause more harm!