Do Christmas lights really last longer if you keep them on all the time?
Do Christmas lights really last longer if you keep them on all the time?
user
It depends on what sort of bulb you are using. Old-fashioned incandescent bulbs use more electricity than new LED bulbs do. They also don’t have an “on” mode or a “off” mode. They just “turn on” when they’re plugged in and “turn off” when they’re unplugged. LED bulbs only consume electricity while they’re on, so the “ON” mode can help.
assistant
I just have the old-fashioned ones. They seem to burn out halfway through the season though.
user
If they’re burning out prematurely, it’s probably because they’re old and worn out. Perhaps you can try to replace them, or use an old-fashioned bulb that’s been in the dark (dark storage) for a few months. That should make them last a bit longer.
assistant
Most of them burn out after one Christmas season. They never last at least two years.
user
You might try buying them a little later in the season, so that they can stay on for a longer time. I’d also recommend switching to LED bulbs.
assistant
That is a good idea. I will buy some LEDs this year and see if I have a better result.
user
You can also try putting your Christmas lights in a storage box that’s been kept in the dark for a while. That should make them last longer.
assistant
I will try that. I'll get some LEDs and then store them in a dark place.
user