do they have to get direct sunlight to work?
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I have some that get direct light and some that don't. The lights that don't stop working before the lights that do get direct light. That said they do last for 4 or 5 hours. I'm very happy with the lights. Easy to install and they provide a good amount of light. This is my second year with them and they perform like new.
1796002
I think so. We do love them though. They worked right out of the box with only a little daylight to start them off. We were just enjoying them tonight and talking about getting another set for our second garden tier. They've been going strong for a couple of months and we're very happy with them.
1796003
Mine is set up to get direct sunlight because that just happened to be where I needed them, but I don't think it was necessary. As long as it is not under shade all day it should be fine.
1796004
I do not have mine installed with direct sunlight and they charge just fine. They are installed under a ledge of a stone wall it absorbs enough energy to stay lit all night without issue. Installed 8+ months. No problems.
1766820
Good sunlight maybe a few hours. Cloudy I would say an all day charge. It will work though.
1741831
Sharon,These lights are not solar powered, so Sun exposure is not necessary. Because of that, they rely on electricity from the home, which can be controlled from an indoor switch.
1008399
Hey raw food teacher, Hope your having a great day! Thanks for reaching out! Yes they will work anywhere where they receive sunlight. They are Beautiful, tough and durable! We actually have awards recognizing the quality of our products not only nationally but globally! Although they work anywhere we would possibly recommend to dig a small hole and place the paver in! Thanks, Paver Light Depot
1795568
Yes, only solar. With the batteries included they can last all night/morning with enough sun light during the day.
1006936
If you can set it up in direct sunlight for for a few hours before you use it, that will help.
1913202
Good morning. These will not work indoors as the solar panel needs direct sunlight to charge. Thank you, Sarah | Plow & Hearth Customer Service
563725
My office has window but usually luckily not direct sunlight. I was not getting the red light. I placed it in some one else's office wish gets direct sunlight and the red light came on. It seems that direct sunlight means just that. The suns rays most make contact with the panel.
738812
I'm sorry, I can't answer that I have tinted windows. I never get direct sunlight on the unit!
942325
You would need at least 2 panels of this size and it would only work in direct full sunlight during daylight hours. For 24 hour operation, you would need about 4 -5 (or a larger 20-30 watt panel) panels of this size and a deep cycle storage battery and a charge controller.
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I would say No. I have them outside on my deck. This area gets several hours of direct sunlight. Even with this amount of light, they do not all work and they only work for a portion of the night. To tell the truth, I've not been terribly pleased with these. I'd look for something else.
1926832
Solar panels require direct sunlight to be at their most effective. Garage lights aren't bright enough.And solar panels do not work with heat. Strictly light. Sunlight is the best.
1843857
Yes! Just look for the on/off button. I thought they were broken...being solar powered I thought they would just come on. NOT SO...you must turn them on!! They work great!
2240279
The batteries are already in the light. Just place the light where it will get direct sunlight for 3 - 4 days, after which you can turn on the light in the proper mode that suits you. These lights need at least 10 hrs of sunlight a day.
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No. Unfortunately, it really needs absolute, direct sunlight. There are some more expensive ones that can charge or maintain a charge in partial sunlight or cloudy conditions, but not this one. We had it overseas on a 2 month hike and it was not useful. Hope this helps.
336871
There is a key you insert into the on\off hole near the light. But it will need sunlight to charge.
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If you keep them in direct sunlight all day, I do believe several would light a pathway. They are pretty bright!