First, give every holiday light string, plug, extension cord, and outlet a thorough inspection before use. Damaged wires, ...

Large multicolored lights like The Home Depot's strand were first manufactured in the early 1920s and remained popular through the 1970s. The bulbs came in both round and conical shapes, and were ...

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Here’s a simple, up-to-date guide: Mini string lights – The everyday workhorse. Available as incandescent or LED, steady or twinkle, on green/white/brown wire for easy hiding. C6, C7, C9 “cone” bulbs ...