Driveways, pathways, patios and decks all stand to benefit from the wireless LED perks of solar pavers. Benefits of solar lighting include safety, easy installation and environmental friendliness. Solar lighting in general is very economical, although solar pavers are at the higher end because they are made extra strong in order to endure foot and car traffic. But wireless installation saves on electricity and money.
Solar pavers are scratch-resistant and waterproof as well, the epitome of integrated solar lighting. Pavers come in many shapes, the most common being square, rectangular and round. They are most easily applied while installing a new paver patio, drive or walkway and can be incorporated in any number of patterns or styles. Solar pavers are most often used to line driveways, steps or pathways, providing a visible border while simultaneously lighting the way.
Charging time varies. Most solar pavers fully charge in 4-8 hours of sunlight and do not need direct sunlight to charge. They are usually equipped with amorphous silicon solar power panels that collect and store solar energy during the day. At night, they turn on automatically, providing 8-12 hours of uninterrupted light. Pavers last around 10 years, due mainly to the LED light bulbs within, which are ideally suited to solar lighting because they require very little electricity to run and last many times longer than incandescent lights.
Available colors are usually a cool blue or warm yellow. Solar pavers can be cut into existing surfaces as well, even driveways. While cutting or chiseling a hole may require a little work, the lack of need for wiring makes the job exponentially simpler than traditional lighting applications. Use our Solar Lights Library to learn more about the different types of solar pavers, including driveway lights, pathway lights and some deck and patio lights.
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