String Lights Have Become a Year Round Décor Feature in the UK, Says BLT Direct

Gone are the days when pretty string lights were only used during the festive period, they’re now a year round feature in homes across the UK. It’s a trend that lighting experts BLT Direct have noticed as budding interior designers use the lights in their homes to add a touch of fantasy to their spaces.

Steve Ellwood, Managing Director of BLT Direct, said, “String lights give an instant magical feel when they’re hung, which is one of the reasons they’re being used far more frequently in homes. There’s a tremendous amount of choice when it comes to selecting fairly lights too, from traditional white lights that adorn trees at Christmas to vibrant colours with novelty shaped bulbs. The massive selection available means homeowners can put their individual stamp on their lighting choices while creating the atmosphere they want in each room of their home.

“Another reason string lights have become so popular is how easy they are to install and the huge number of ways they can be used. Creative homeowners are wrapping them around their bed frames for ambient lighting in the bedroom, draping them across bookcases for a quirky feel in their living room, and hanging them in gardens to create stunning, welcoming outdoor spaces. There are endless possibilities for homeowners to use string lights in both their interiors and outdoors, and the best part is they can easily be changed to suit their mood too.”

The rise of images on social media platforms has helped turn string lights into a home interior staple too. Instagram and Pinterest bring up thousands of beautiful rooms that use the trendy lights and homeowners are using the inspiration to create their own stylish takes on the very current look.

BLT Direct sells a range of lighting solutions online, including string lights, direct to consumers and businesses, making it easy for customers to update their interior and exterior lights, whether they’re looking for twinkling string lights or a bold pendant light.

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