Hanging Patio Lights Wrong? Here's the Fix

In today’s video, I’m walking you through how to install patio string lights quickly, easily, and correctly. I’ve set these up around different areas of my home, and this simple DIY method has held up through snow, rain, wind, and icy Wisconsin winters. I’ll show you the exact tools and supplies I use, how to reinforce your light strands with a vinyl-coated cable, how to attach screw eyes, S-hooks, quick links, and more. If you’ve been wanting to add a cozy glow to your patio, deck, or backyard—this guide makes it beginner-friendly! Plus… keep an eye out for Tinker, the tiny robot hidden in every video. Spot Tinker, comment the timestamp, and you’ll earn a spot in the Tinker Forward Hall of Fame! 👀🤖 🔧 SUPPLIES & TOOLS USED 50FT. Patio Lights LOWES: https://shoplowes.me/4ivE7FR (white) (pickup same day) AMAZON: https://amzn.to/48qzt7c (white) LOWES: https://shoplowes.me/3XpYmLo (RGB color changing lights) (pickup same day) AMAZON: https://amzn.to/44yBNIb (RGB color changing lights) Galvanized vinyl-coated cable LOWES: https://shoplowes.me/4p8JpcA (pickup same day) AMAZON: https://amzn.to/4rtQLZN 3/16” Rope clips / cable clamps LOWES: https://shoplowes.me/4iwzfjE (pickup same day) AMAZON: https://amzn.to/48qyN1S Screw eyes LOWES: https://shoplowes.me/3Kx99Ar (pickup same day) AMAZON: https://amzn.to/4rtskvG Quick links LOWES: https://shoplowes.me/3XlweJj (pickup same day) AMAZON: https://amzn.to/4rjKDDo S-hooks LOWES: https://shoplowes.me/4pDsmzm (pickup same day) AMAZON: https://amzn.to/43YLXSb Zip ties LOWES: https://shoplowes.me/48o0ubv (pickup same day) AMAZON: https://amzn.to/49NIU2W Caribeaners LOWES: https://shoplowes.me/4oupaFl (pickup same day) AMAZON: https://amzn.to/48qCrZC 📍 CHAPTERS 00:00 Intro 00:20 Supplies You Need 01:00 Cable + Rope Clip Setup 02:45 Installing Screw Eyes 03:30 Hooking Up Quick Links 04:15 Attaching Lights with S-Hooks 05:40 Final Setup + Daytime Look 06:30 Nighttime Reveal 07:15 Weather Tips (Snow, Ice, Rain) 08:10 Final Thoughts 💬 QUESTION OF THE DAY Where are YOU hanging your patio or string lights—deck, patio, garage, pergola, backyard? Or have any ideas or suggestions for me? Drop them in the comments! Also… where are you watching from? I’m here in Wisconsin 🌨️ ⭐ ABOUT THIS PROJECT This method works for all types of patio string lights. You can use: S-hooks Zip ties Different cable types Carabiners instead of quick links Customize it however you need—this is just the approach that has worked best for me. 🔥 MORE OUTDOOR + DIY VIDEOS TO WATCH NEXT: Watch my DIY projects playlist here: https://bit.ly/44ErqCB Watch my things that light up your day playlist here: https://bit.ly/4pC2vHX ▶️ TINKER FORWARD MERCHANDISE STORE!! - GRAB SOME GREAT STUFF! https://www.teepublic.com/user/tinker-forward-store ✅ TINKER FORWARD HIDDEN ROBOT CHALLENGE! Find the hidden robot somewhere in this video! Be the first to leave the time stamp of where you found it down in the comments section below along with your best comment to be featured in our Tinker Forward Hall of Fame here: https://bit.ly/2V2MsGp ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Connect with me on Social Media: ➤ Twitter: https://twitter.com/TinkerForwardtv ➤ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/TinkerForward ➤ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TinkerForward --------------------------------------------- Subscribe to Tinker Forward here: https://goo.gl/GR4Hrz Get a FREE DOMAIN NAME and 50% Off Web Hosting For Your Website: https://bit.ly/2vFzfuy !!!DISCOUNT CODES!!! Try Amazon Prime free for 30 days: http://amzn.to/2CEBGLm Try Audible and get TWO FREE BOOKS: http://amzn.to/2GBljSm ------------------- Thanks so much for watching! Be sure to give this video a thumbs up! DISCLAIMER: This video and description contains affiliate links, which means that if you click on one of the product links, I’ll receive a small commission. This helps support the channel and allows me to continue to make videos like this. Thank you for the support! Tinker Forward assumes no liability for property damage or injury incurred as a result of any of the information contained in this video. Due to factors beyond the control of Tinker Forward, no information contained in this video shall create any express or implied warranty or guarantee of any particular result. Any injury, damage or loss that may result from improper use of these tools, equipment, or the information contained in this video is the sole responsibility of the user and not Tinker Forward. Website: http://www.tinkerforward.com ------------------- Music: Track: Ellis - Clear My Head [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/H81DzDMdCLI Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/ClearMyHeadYO Track: Raven & Kreyn - Muffin [NCS Release] Music provided by NoCopyrightSounds. Watch: https://youtu.be/rc5SMO5bvx0 Free Download / Stream: http://ncs.io/MuffinYO