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"When dining outside as the sun sets, candles or lanterns are great for setting the mood (and illuminating your spread). But they&amp;#039;re also easily blown out by the wind and are a potential fire hazard.  The latest lighting trend: LEDs, or light emitting diodes. LED lighting is a safe alternative to candlelight, plus it has a long lifespan and no messy melted wax. LED candles and lanterns are available in a variety of attractive styles, colors, and sizes that can add ambience and even romance to outdoor entertaining.  Before you load on up LEDS, check out these buying tips from our GHRI engineers. Why You Should Choose LED Lights LED lights:  Last longer than candles Emit less carbon dioxide into the atmosphere, thereby reducing pollution Stay cool to the touch and prevent accidental burns Are more durable than incandescent lights because they don&amp;#039;t have a delicate filament Can be water-resistant Can be designed to flicker, giving the illusion of a real candle  What to Consider When Buying LED Lights Look for the UL mark \u2014 it&amp;#039;s a designation provided by Underwriters Laboratories that certifies that a product has met the organization&amp;#039;s safety requirements.  Also check an LED light&amp;#039;s IP rating, which denotes how well it&amp;#039;s protected against liquids and solid particles, like dust. An IP rating has three numbers, but you&amp;#039;ll want to pay special attention to the first two. The higher the first number, the more protected the light is against dust, sand, or dirt. The higher the second number is, the more protected the light is against rain and dew. Consider the Power Source Many faux candles are battery- or solar-powered \u2014 or a combination of both. Each option has its pros and cons: 1. Battery-Powered LEDs Pros:  Can operate even if it&amp;#039;s been overcast (or you forget to set them out in the sun during the day)  Cons:  Can be costly and a hassle to replace batteries once they die  2. Solar-Powered LEDs Pros:  More environmentally conscious \u2014 solar power is a renewable resource No energy cost for operation Little to no maintenance  Cons:  Requires unobstructed sunlight to recharge Limit to the amount of light it can provide if weather is cloudy If the candle has a light sensor in it and there&amp;#039;s another strong light source nearby, the candle may not automatically switch on  \u2014Anna Archibald "^^<http://www.w3.org/2001/XMLSchema#string>
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