Holiday decorative lights will instantly transform a home during the holiday season. The first holiday lights were introduced in 1882, and homeowners have been adorning their homes with them since the 1930s. With so many options, which lights are the safest lighting options for your home?

Best choice: LED

The best option for holiday lights is LED lights. They are not only energy efficient but also have a long life cycle and are safe. Today's LED string lights also last about 50 times longer than incandescent light bulbs and consume very little electricity. Another benefit is that LED lights increase safety while reducing the risk of possible fires as they generate the least amount of heat. Best of all, while LED lights cost more than traditional incandescent lights, you'll save money in the future because LEDs use less energy and don't need to be replaced as often.

Worst Choice: C9 Retro Bulbs

C9 bulbs are usually larger and offer bright light and a vintage aesthetic. The downside of these bulbs is that they can get very hot and consume a lot of energy. For your own safety, you will need to periodically check that your C-9 bulbs are not producing excessive heat due to possible fire or short circuits. If you plan to use your holiday lights overnight, your electric bill may increase.

Taizhou Mingde Decorative Lighting Co., Ltd. is a Mini String Light Manufacturer, the company mainly produces Ul Indoor And Outdoor Light Sets, Led Curtain Lights with Star, and other products.