How many Christmas lights do I need to decorate my house?

To figure out how many lights you need, measure the length of your house and multiply it by the number of strings you want to hang. Most string lights come in 50-foot lengths and contain 100 bulbs. Check out our <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/c/ab/christmas-lights-buying-guide/9ba683603be9fa5395fab90b88ff20a?emt=plpfaq_2510_christmasstringlights" style="text-decoration: underline;">Christmas lights buying guide</a> to learn more.

Which Christmas string lights are the best selling?

The <a href="https://www.homedepot.com/p/AVATAR-CONTROLS-132Ft-Smart-String-Lights-200-LED-DIY-Extendable-C9-Color-Changing-APP-Remote-Controlled-Timer-Waterproof-Programmable-ABSL14-40M/335339854?emt=plpfaq_2510_christmasstringlights" style="text-decoration: underline;">132Ft Smart String Lights 200 LED DIY Extendable C9 Color Changing APP Remote Controlled Timer Waterproof Programmable</a> are some of our best-selling Christmas string lights.

How do I choose the right Christmas string lights for my home?

Think about where and how you plan to decorate. Check the lighted length to be sure it covers your space and choose between LED or incandescent bulbs depending on your brightness and energy needs. Explore different light functions such as steady, twinkling, or color changing to match your style. You can also pick from warm or cool color temperatures and decide whether you need indoor or outdoor rated lights for your display.