10 Unique Types of Patio Lights to Hang from Your RV Awning
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Ashley Mann spent three years living full time in a 38-foot, 5th-wheel RV with her husband Josiah and their cat, Kitty. Her favorite thing about RV life is the challenge of finding the perfect way to organize a space, and she loves seeing all the creative and clever ways people come up with to customize their RVs.
What is RV camping without some cute lights hung from your RV patio awning or along the RV slide of your camper? Here are some options to brighten up your patio and add a bit of personality to your campsite!
Need a way to hang your string lights?
These plastic hangers clip along the edge of your awning and are a great option because they won't rust. If you don't have an awning, you can hang lights directly on the side of your camper with these adhesive hooks!
1. Classic String Lights (Solar Powered)
To kick off this list, here are some traditional Edison-style LED string lights for those who like the classic look.
- Ideal Solar Outdoor Lights: 27 ft long durable string lights with 12 LED lights and detachable solar panel with on/off switch located on the back. 20" between bulbs, 6' from solar panel to the first bulb. The lighted portion is 20 feet. LED bulbs last 20,000 hours and solar panel is rated at 1,000 charge lifespan (can last approximately 2.5 years). Direct sunlight is best for a full charge, though you can get some use from charging in indirect light.
These string lights are solar-powered, which makes them perfect for when you're camping without electrical hookups. They are easy to hang on your patio awning without having to worry about running an extension cord to a power outlet.
2. Sparkly Globe Lights
If you like the classic look but want something a little more unique, these twinkly lights (also solar-powered) are just the thing.
- Shatterproof & Waterproof Oudoor Lights: 35 feet long strand lights with 15 plastic bulbs. 7 ft from solar panel to the first bulb, 23" between bulbs. The lighted portion is about 28 feet.Also the bulbs are made of plastic, shatterproof and IP65 waterproof, can withstand temperatures, rainy, windy, or damp climates.
3. Pink Flamingoes
Classic in their own way, nothing says “living the dream” like these cute, kitschy flamingoes. You can get these pink flamingo lights here.
- 20 CUTE FLAMINGO: 20 pcs cute clear pink LED flamingo string lights, each lamp is evenly distributed on the string, which is totally about 10 ft. The size of each flamingo light is 3" x 4.5".
4. Nautical Buoy Floats
These pretty lights would make the perfect addition to an RV decorated with beach-themed decor.
- 【G50 Fishing Float Buoy Nautical String Lights Beach Decor for Home】:The incandescent bulb is warm white of adding a soft,relaxing ambience feeling to your ocean decor in summer evening. Beach themed outdoor electric buoy lights is great stuff beach decorations for home, nautical bathroom decor and under the sea party decorations outdoor
5. String of Chili Peppers
These chili pepper lights create a south-of-the-border vibe and especially perfect for anyone who loves spicy food.
- Multicolor Chili Lights: 35 mini incandescent light bulbs inside green, yellow, red plastic chili peppers. Each bulb 0.42 Watt, 14.4 Watts per patio string lights. Can be hanging chili pepper lights outdoor, such as restaurant, windows, porches, patios, pergolas, parties and backyard BBQ.
6. Patriotic Flags
These waterproof American flag-inspired lights would be perfect for a fourth of July camping trip, or for any time of year!
- ✨4th of july decorations string lights: 8.5Ft American flag string lights with 14 mini incandescent bulbs (4 spare), Each bulbs 0.84W, classic American flags lights conbine with mini incandescent lights glow warm and pleasant atmosphere, enhance the patriotic holiday atmosphere.
This brand of lights offers multiple other styles, like red lanterns, flip flops, beer glasses and more.
7. Pineapple Lights
These adorable pineapple lights will have your patio looking extra tropical!
- 10 clear incandescent lights spaced 9" apart on white wire, 18” lead; total light string length is 9 feet
Or if you want more color, these glass pineapple lights look cute!
- 【10 colored Bulbs & Connectable】The total length of the pineapple fairy string lights is 11 feet with 10 colored bulbs.The end-to-end connection allows this patio lights to decorate a larger area.
8. Globe Lanterns
Colorful yet classy. You can get these lights in different colors and themes too!
- 【American Flag Decor with Nylon Lantern String Lights】: The American flag lights outdoor use the Nylon fabric material, which is waterproof and much durable than the paper lantern lights for 4th of July decorations outdoor.
9. Moroccan Style Balls
These solar-powered Moroccan-inspired lights create a beautiful lacy pattern of light against whatever they're shining on. They'll sparkle in the sunlight as well, since they're a shiny gold color.
- 🎃Light up all your DIY projects-- About 6.5ft lead cable and Length between 2 balls (3.9inch) moroccan hanging string lights bring the Outdoor & Indoor Decor come to life and makes your crafts so much cuter.
10. Retro Camper Lights
This list would not be complete without these “Happy Camper” lights!
- Nostalgic retro travel trailer party lights
For more inspiration, check out my article 15 RV Campsite and Patio Decor Ideas!
Always enjoy your tips about the RVs, have already used a few in ours, for saving space. Looking forward to hearing more from you!
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